Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM vs M 35 mm f/5.6

Voigtlander
Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM

7Artisans
M 35 mm f/5.6
Here we are comparing the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM and the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6. The Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM is a 35mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.2, released in 2020. The 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 is a 35mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/5.6, released in 2020.
Both lenses were released in the same year (2020), making this a fair comparison in terms of age and technology.
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 | APS-C |
| Best For | Portrait Landscape Macro | Landscape Street |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.2 | f/5.6 |
| Aperture Blades | 12 | - |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.5 m | 0.3 m |
| Max. Magnification | 1x | 0.16x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 332 g | 128 g |
| Length | 50.5 mm | - |
| Diameter | 60.8 mm | - |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | - |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2020 | 2020 |
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Comparing Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM (35 mm, f/1.2) and 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 (35 mm, f/5.6).
7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 is the lightest at 128 g, Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM weighs 332 g.
Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.2, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 can focus closest at 0.3 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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