7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 § 03 Head to head
7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 vs Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6
7Artisans 35mm f/5.6 has a longer reach. Leica 28mm f/5.6 has a wider field of view.
Both lenses are made for the Leica M mount: the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 is a 35mm f/5.6 prime, and the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 is a 28mm f/5.6 prime. On paper the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 
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Key differences
Why is the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 better than the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6?
- Longer reach (35mm vs 28mm)
- 37 g lighter (128 g vs 165 g)
- Focuses 70 cm closer (0.3 m vs 1 m)
- Newer design (2020 vs 2016)
Why is the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 better than the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6?
- Wider field of view (28mm vs 35mm)
- Has a physical aperture ring
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 has the edge: it is 37 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 has the edge: it is 37 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 | Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 28mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/5.6 | f/5.6 |
| Minimum aperture | f/5.6 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Wide-angle prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 128 g ◆ | 165 g (0.36 lbs) |
| Dimensions | — | 51.8 mm (diameter) x 20.5 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.3 m ◆ | 1 m (3.3 ft) |
| Maximum magnification | — | 1:33.4 |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | No |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | — | 8 |
| Optical construction | 5 elements / 4 groups | 6 elements in 4 groups |
| Filter size | — | 34 mm |
| Lens mount | Leica M, Sony E, Nikon Z, L-Mount | Leica M |
| Released | 2020 | 2016 |
| Price | $139 list price | — |
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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 35 mm f/5.6 or the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6?
- The 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 weighs 128 g, 37 g less than the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 (165 g).
- Which focuses closer, the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 or the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6?
- The 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 focuses down to 0.3 m, against 1 m for the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6.
- Do the 7Artisans M 35 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 35 mm f/5.6 or the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 better for street photography?
- For street photography, the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 has the edge: it is 37 g lighter to carry.
- Is the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 or the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 better for travel?
- For travel, the 7Artisans M 35 mm f/5.6 has the edge: it is 37 g lighter to carry.
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