Lens Comparison

Here we are comparing the Voigtlander Nokton 50 mm f/1 Aspherical VM and the Leica Elmar-M 50 mm. The Voigtlander Nokton 50 mm f/1 Aspherical VM is a 50mm standard prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1, released in 2022. The Leica Elmar-M 50 mm is a 50mm standard prime lens, released in 1994.

There is a 28 years difference between the Leica Elmar-M 50 mm and the Voigtlander Nokton 50 mm f/1 Aspherical VM — 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.