Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 § 03 Head to head
Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 vs TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M
Thypoch 35mm f/1.4 is 138 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Leica M mount: the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 is a 35mm f/1.4 prime, and the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M is a 35mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 0, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 
TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M 01
Key differences
Why is the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 better than the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M?
- 138 g lighter (272 g vs 410 g)
- Focuses 25 cm closer (0.45 m vs 0.7 m)
- More aperture blades (14 vs 10)
- Newer design (2023 vs 2019)
Why is the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M better than the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4?
No measurable advantage on paper.
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 138 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 138 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 | TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| 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 | 272 g ◆ | 410 g (14.46 oz) |
| Dimensions | 55 x 56 mm | — |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.45 m ◆ | 0.7 m (27.56 inches) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.09x | — |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 14 ◆ | 10 |
| Optical construction | 9 elements / 5 groups | 8 elements / 7 groups |
| Filter size | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Lens mount | Leica M, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF | Leica M |
| Released | 2023 | 2019 |
| Price | $549 list price | — |
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Sample frames
TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 or the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M?
- The Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 weighs 272 g, 138 g less than the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M (410 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 or the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M?
- The Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 focuses down to 0.45 m, against 0.7 m for the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M.
- Do the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 and the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 or the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 138 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 or the TTartisan 35 mm f/1.4 Leica M better for travel?
- For travel, the Thypoch Simera 35 mm f/1.4 has the edge: it is 138 g lighter to carry.
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