That is why you can not say that otus are better lenses than those non apo.. it is a different class with different character (apple and oranges). Zeiss say they didnt put cost limit on otus line, but in reality they are just made for 36mp sensors like (D800), they have high resolving power and better correction. It has different oof disc with halo, apo elements show signature in oof area - circular polishing, different blur transition... There is no perfect lens, just some attributes are better in one than in other.