Elmar-M 50 mm vs Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II
Leica
Elmar-M 50 mm
Voigtlander
Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II
Here we are comparing the Leica Elmar-M 50 mm and the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II. The Leica Elmar-M 50 mm is a 50mm standard prime lens, released in 1994. The Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II is a 50mm standard prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.5, released in 2020.
There is a 26 years difference between the Leica Elmar-M 50 mm and the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
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| Compare | Lightest | Fastest Aperture |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Street | Portrait Street |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Aperture | f/null | f/1.5 |
| Aperture Blades | 6 | 12 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.7 m | 0.7 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | 0.08x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 170 g | 198 g |
| Length | 21.6 mm | 36.9 mm |
| Diameter | 52 mm | 55.3 mm |
| Filter Thread | 39 mm | 43 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 1994 | 2020 |
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Comparing Leica Elmar-M 50 mm (50 mm, f/null) and Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II (50 mm, f/1.5).
Leica Elmar-M 50 mm is the lightest at 170 g, Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II weighs 198 g.
Leica Elmar-M 50 mm can focus closest at 0.7 m minimum focus distance.
Use the detailed comparison table below to see all specifications side-by-side and find the perfect lens for your photography needs.
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