7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 § 03 Head to head
7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 vs Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6
7Artisans 28mm f/5.6 is 35 g lighter. Leica 28mm f/5.6 is 36 mm shorter.
Both lenses are made for the Leica M mount: the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 is a 28mm f/5.6 prime, and the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 is a 28mm f/5.6 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 2 advantages each.
7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 
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Key differences
Why is the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 better than the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6?
- 35 g lighter (130 g vs 165 g)
- Newer design (2022 vs 2016)
Why is the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 better than the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6?
- 36 mm shorter (20.5 mm vs 56 mm long)
- Smaller filter thread (34 mm vs 35.5 mm)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 has the edge: it is 35 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 has the edge: it is 35 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 | Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 28mm | 28mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/5.6 | f/5.6 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Wide-angle prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 130 g ◆ | 165 g (0.36 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 44 x 56 mm | 51.8 mm (diameter) x 20.5 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 1 m | 1 m (3.3 ft) |
| Maximum magnification | — | 1:33.4 |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | No |
| Aperture ring | — | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 8 | 8 |
| Optical construction | 6 elements / 4 groups | 6 elements in 4 groups |
| Filter size | 35.5 mm | 34 mm ◆ |
| Lens mount | Leica M | Leica M |
| Released | 2022 | 2016 |
| Price | $299 launch price | — |
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Size
- A · 7Artisans
- B · Leica
- 56 × 44 mm
- 20.5 × 51.8 mm
The 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 is 36 mm longer and 35 g lighter than the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6.
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Sample frames
Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 or the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6?
- The 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 weighs 130 g, 35 g less than the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 (165 g).
- Do the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 and the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 or the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 better for street photography?
- For street photography, the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 has the edge: it is 35 g lighter to carry.
- Is the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 or the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 better for travel?
- For travel, the 7Artisans M 28 mm f/5.6 has the edge: it is 35 g lighter to carry.
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