Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical vs Elmarit-M 21 mm Asph
Voigtlander
Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical
Leica
Elmarit-M 21 mm Asph
Here we are comparing the Voigtlander Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical and the Leica Elmarit-M 21 mm Asph. The Voigtlander Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical is a 21mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.4, released in 2019. The Leica Elmarit-M 21 mm Asph is a 21mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 1997.
There is a 22 years difference between the Leica Elmarit-M 21 mm Asph and the Voigtlander Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical — 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 | Fastest Aperture | Lightest |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Landscape | Landscape |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 21 mm | 21 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 12 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.25 m | 0.7 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 560 g | 300 g |
| Length | 70.5 mm | 46 mm |
| Diameter | 79.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 55 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2019 | 1997 |
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Comparing Voigtlander Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical (21 mm, f/1.4) and Leica Elmarit-M 21 mm Asph (21 mm, f/2.8).
Leica Elmarit-M 21 mm Asph is the lightest at 300 g, Voigtlander Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical weighs 560 g.
Voigtlander Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.4, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Voigtlander Nokton 21 mm f/1.4 Aspherical can focus closest at 0.25 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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