Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. § 03 Head to head
Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. vs Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4
Thypoch 28mm f/1.4 is 110 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Leica M mount: the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. is a 28mm f/1.4 prime, and the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 is a 28mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 comes out ahead, 5 advantages to 0, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. 
Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 01
Key differences
Why is the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. better than the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4?
No measurable advantage on paper.
Why is the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 better than the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH.?
- 110 g lighter (330 g vs 440 g)
- 12 mm shorter (55 mm vs 67 mm long)
- Focuses 30 cm closer (0.4 m vs 0.7 m)
- $5,551 cheaper ($399 list price vs $5,950 launch price)
- Newer design (2023 vs 2015)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 110 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 110 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. | Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 28mm | 28mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 440 g (15.52 oz) | 330 g ◆ |
| Dimensions | 81 x 67 mm | 54 x 55 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.7 m (27.56 inches) | 0.4 m ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | Yes | — |
| Aperture blades | — | 14 |
| Optical construction | 10 elements / 7 groups | 11 elements / 7 groups |
| Filter size | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Lens mount | Leica M | Leica M, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X |
| Released | 2015 | 2023 |
| Price | $5,950 launch price | $399 list price ◆ |
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Size
- A · Leica
- B · Thypoch
- 67 × 81 mm
- 55 × 54 mm
The Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. is 12 mm longer and 110 g heavier than the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4.
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Sample frames
Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH.
Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. or the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4?
- The Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 weighs 330 g, 110 g less than the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. (440 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. or the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4?
- The Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 focuses down to 0.4 m, against 0.7 m for the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH..
- Do the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. and the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. or the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 110 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Leica Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH. or the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 better for travel?
- For travel, the Thypoch Simera 28 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 110 g lighter to carry.
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