Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. § 03 Head to head
Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. vs Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM
Leica 35mm f/1.2 has a smaller filter thread. Voigtlander 35mm f/1.2 is 84 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Leica M mount: the Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. is a 35mm f/1.2 prime, and the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM is a 35mm f/1.2 prime. On paper the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. 
Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM 01
Key differences
Why is the Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. better than the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM?
- Smaller filter thread (49 mm vs 52 mm)
Why is the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM better than the Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH.?
- 84 g lighter (332 g vs 416 g)
- 14 mm shorter (50.5 mm vs 64.6 mm long)
- More aperture blades (12 vs 11)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM has the edge: it is 84 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM has the edge: it is 84 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. | Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 416 g | 332 g ◆ |
| Dimensions | 50.2 x 64.6 mm | 60.8 x 50.5 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.5 m (1:11.6 magnification) | 0.5 m |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 11 | 12 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 10 elements / 5 groups | 9 elements / 7 groups |
| Filter size | 49 mm ◆ | 52 mm |
| Lens mount | Leica M | Leica M |
| Released | 2026 | — |
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Size
- A · Leica
- B · Voigtlander
- 64.6 × 50.2 mm
- 50.5 × 60.8 mm
The Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. is 14 mm longer and 84 g heavier than the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM.
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Sample frames
Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH.
Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. or the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM?
- The Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM weighs 332 g, 84 g less than the Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. (416 g).
- Do the Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. and the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. or the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM has the edge: it is 84 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 ASPH. or the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM better for travel?
- For travel, the Voigtlander Nokton 35 mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM has the edge: it is 84 g lighter to carry.
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