Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH § 03 Head to head
Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH vs Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5
Leica 90mm f/1.5 is 28 mm shorter. Mitakon 90mm f/1.5 is 240 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Leica M mount: the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH is a 90mm f/1.5 prime, and the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 is a 90mm f/1.5 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 3 advantages each.
Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH 
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Key differences
Why is the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH better than the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5?
- 28 mm shorter (74 mm vs 102 mm long)
- Focuses 10 cm closer (1 m vs 1.1 m)
- More aperture blades (11 vs 9)
Why is the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 better than the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH?
- 240 g lighter (770 g vs 1010 g)
- $14,376 cheaper ($599 launch price vs $14,975 list price)
- Newer design (2021 vs 2019)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 has the edge: it is 240 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH | Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 90mm | 90mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.5 | f/1.5 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 1010 g | 770 g (27.2 oz) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 91 x 74 mm | 74 x 102 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 1 m (1:8.8) ◆ | 1.1 m (3.6 feet) |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | Yes | — |
| Aperture blades | 11 ◆ | 9 |
| Optical construction | 8 elements / 6 groups | 9 elements / 6 groups |
| Filter size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Lens mount | Leica M | Leica M, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF |
| Released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Price | $14,975 list price | $599 launch price ◆ |
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Size
- A · Leica
- B · Mitakon
- 74 × 91 mm
- 102 × 74 mm
The Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 is 28 mm longer and 240 g lighter than the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH.
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH or the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5?
- The Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 weighs 770 g, 240 g less than the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH (1010 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH or the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5?
- The Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH focuses down to 1 m, against 1.1 m for the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5.
- Do the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH and the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 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 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH or the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Mitakon Speedmaster 90 mm f/1.5 has the edge: it is 240 g lighter to carry.
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