Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH.

The Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH. is very small considering its angle of view and aperture, but its performance doesn't quite match its price.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH 1

Product details

  • 6-Bit Coding for Digital M Cameras, Fast f/1.4 Aperture Lens
  • Outstanding Sharpness & Contrast, Delivers Distortion-Free Images
  • High Resolution Images at All Apertures, 2.3' (0.7m) Close Focusing Distance
  • 46mm Filter Size, 1.8" (46mm) Long/Weighs 11.2 oz (320 g)
  • 42� Horizontal Angle of View (on M8), Great for All Photographic Opportunities

PROS

+ Quite compact.
+ Minimal distortion.
+ Wide aperture.
+ Sharp center even at f/1.4.
+ Includes metal lens hood.

CONS

- Expensive.
- Edges suffer at wide apertures.
- Hood design makes filter use problematic.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on August 12, 2015
The Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH. is very small considering its angle of view and aperture, but its performance doesn't quite match its price.
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