Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 § 03 Head to head
Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 vs TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M
Leica 28mm f/5.6 has a physical aperture ring. TTartisan 28mm f/5.6 is 14 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Leica M mount: the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 is a 28mm f/5.6 prime, and the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M is a 28mm f/5.6 prime. On paper the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 
TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M 01
Key differences
Why is the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 better than the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M?
- Has a physical aperture ring
- More aperture blades (8 vs 6)
- Smaller filter thread (34 mm vs 37 mm)
Why is the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M better than the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6?
- 14 g lighter (151 g vs 165 g)
- Newer design (2021 vs 2016)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M has the edge: it is 14 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M has the edge: it is 14 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 | TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 28mm | 28mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/5.6 | f/5.6 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Wide-angle prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full Frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 165 g (0.36 lbs) | 151 g (5.33 oz) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 51.8 mm (diameter) x 20.5 mm (length) | 51 x 19 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 1 m (3.3 ft) | 1 m (3.28 feet) |
| Maximum magnification | 1:33.4 | — |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | No | — |
| Aperture ring | Yes | No |
| Aperture blades | 8 ◆ | 6 |
| Optical construction | 6 elements in 4 groups | 7 elements / 4 groups |
| Filter size | 34 mm ◆ | 37 mm |
| Lens mount | Leica M | Leica M |
| Released | 2016 | 2021 |
| Price | — | $326 list price |
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Size
- A · Leica
- B · TTartisan
- 20.5 × 51.8 mm
- 19 × 51 mm
The Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 is 2 mm longer and 14 g heavier than the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M.
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Sample frames
Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6
TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 or the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M?
- The TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M weighs 151 g, 14 g less than the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 (165 g).
- Do the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 and the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 or the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M better for street photography?
- For street photography, the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M has the edge: it is 14 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Leica Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 or the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M better for travel?
- For travel, the TTartisan 28 mm f/5.6 Leica M has the edge: it is 14 g lighter to carry.
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