Voigtlander 35mm f1.8 Nokton IV – Leica M

The Voigtlnder 35mm f1.2 aspherical version IV is a manually focusable prime lens for the Leica M system, which is characterized by exceptional speed, outstanding imaging performance and a high-quality full metal body. As the fourth generation of this legendary lens type, it combines modern optical precision with traditional mechanics ideal for demanding photographers who want to work manually.

The optical construction consists of 9 elements in 7 groups, including four aspherical surfaces. These ensure effective correction of aberrations such as spherical aberration or distortion and enable consistently high image quality right into the corners even at open aperture. The use of glass with a high refractive index further optimizes contrast and sharpness.

The impressive speed of f1.2 not only offers excellent reserves in low light, but also enables a very pronounced background blur and targeted cropping of the subject. The 12-blade aperture has been specially designed to achieve the most circular aperture possible, which ensures a particularly soft and natural-looking bokeh ideal for portraits, street photography or atmospheric reportage.

A special feature is the extended close-up limit: while the rangefinder allows coupling down to 0.7m, the lens can even be focused down to 0.5m in Live View mode. This flexibility opens up additional creative possibilities for close-ups and detailed studies.

The precisely crafted metal housing accommodates a finely tuned helicoid focusing unit with optimum torque. It enables extremely precise, smooth focusing an important feature, especially at open aperture, when the focus range is extremely narrow.

With its compact form factor, the lens remains pleasantly handy and balanced both on rangefinder cameras and on mirrorless system cameras via adapters. The VM bayonet mount is fully compatible with the Leica M mount and makes the lens the ideal choice for anyone who wants to combine classic photography with uncompromising quality.