The Nokton 50mm f/1.0 Aspherical MC Lens from Voigtlander is a bright and sleek normal-length prime M-mount lens distinguished by its speed and classic rendering. The bright f/1.0 maximum aperture suits working in low-light conditions and enables greater control over depth of field for isolating subjects using selective focus.

Fabricating the aspherical front element is a more challenging process than producing a general mold aspherical lens, due to the high melting point of the high-refraction glass, which cannot be used in the mold manufacturing method. By grinding and polishing the aspherical front element it is possible to simplify the lens configuration, while ensuring high performance even when shooting with a wide-open aperture.

The wide f/1.0 aperture lends a dreamlike quality to images. Its 12 blades provide a smooth, circular look, and sharpness is maintained throughout its focus and aperture range.

With a robust, all-metal construction and classic black finish, this lens still maintains a compact form factor that does not obscure most view viewfinders.

Leica M-Mount Lens    Aperture Range: f/1.0 to f/16    1 x Grinding Aspherical (GA) Front Lens    1 x Aspherical Element    Multi-Coating    Manual Focus Design    Minimum Focus Design: 35.4"    Filter Thread: 62mm    12-Blade Diaphragm    Rangefinder Interlocking System

• Optical performance from GA (Ground Aspherical) front element

• Full-size image circle

• Built-in rangefinder interlocking system (minimum distance: 35.4")

• Beautiful bokeh with 12-blade aperture

• Rigid and durable all-metal lens barrel

• Manual focus for reliable focus operation

• Includes reversible lens hood

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Hello! What is the focus throw of this lens?

A: It is roughly about a quarter turn to focus from minimum to maximum.

Q: 2. Will it work with a Leica M3?

A: Yes, works fine with the M3.

Q: 3. Who can repair these Leica-mount Voigtlander lenses, whether in or out of warranty? Leica repair people won't work on them.

A: This comes with Limited 1-Year Warranty by VoigtlanderDistributed By - Cosina Corporation

Q: 4. Will the Nikon Focus Peeking work with this lens?

A: Peaking mode on a camera usualy does not have an effect in terms of the lens. So peaking shoudl work using the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.0 Aspherical Lens (Nikon Z) .

Q: 5. Who can repair these M-mount Voigtlander lenses, in or out of warranty? Most Leica repair people won't work on them.

A: This comes with Limited 1-Year Warranty by VoigtlanderDistributed By - Cosina Corporation

Q: 6. I see contacts on the lens mount. Does this lens transfer data to the camera?

A: Yes this lens will transfer EXIF data.

Q: 7. Does this work on a Leica SL with adapter? The 7 Artisans version rear element sticks out so far it doesn’t focus all distances

A: Yes, this will work with the Leica SL and their Leica M-Adapter L.

Q: 8. can anyone compare this to the Zeiss Zm Planar f2 lens? I'm looking at both for my Voigtlander R3m 35mm rangefinder

A: The 50 f1/2 would be the overall better lens, however the f/2 would be a much more economical alternative.

Q: 9. Are the white numbers on the lens measuring in meters or feet?

A: The distance on the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II MC Lens (Black) is in meters.

Q: 10. Can this lens be used on an original M-3 with good results?

A: Absolutely. Voigtlander lenses, like this Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical II lens, are a fantastic choice for Leica rangefinders.