cerber0s Posted September 25, 2023 Share #1 Posted September 25, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) Does anyone have any experience with this lens? I’m trying to find something that’s a bit more contrasty, and a lot less prone to lens flares than my 1958 Elmar 50mm f2.8. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted September 25, 2023 Posted September 25, 2023 Hi cerber0s, Take a look here Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.5 Aspherical. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Huss Posted September 25, 2023 Share #2 Posted September 25, 2023 version 1 or version 2? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cerber0s Posted September 25, 2023 Author Share #3 Posted September 25, 2023 27 minutes ago, Huss said: version 1 or version 2? Seller says he thinks it’s version 2, I think it might be 1. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranilla Posted September 26, 2023 Share #4 Posted September 26, 2023 I've only had version 2 for a month. It's my first 50mm. I'm very satisfied. Has become my favorite object. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/382391-voigtl%C3%A4nder-nokton-50mm-f15-aspherical/?do=findComment&comment=4864817'>More sharing options...
ranilla Posted September 26, 2023 Share #5 Posted September 26, 2023 Nothing to complain about Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 3 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/382391-voigtl%C3%A4nder-nokton-50mm-f15-aspherical/?do=findComment&comment=4864819'>More sharing options...
spydrxx Posted September 26, 2023 Share #6 Posted September 26, 2023 I have version 2, so far no complaints. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huss Posted September 26, 2023 Share #7 Posted September 26, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) 19 hours ago, cerber0s said: Seller says he thinks it’s version 2, I think it might be 1. Very easy to tell the difference. v1 has a crazy design where it looks like it is made from lots of different mis-matched pieces and the focus ring is a strange metal knurled thing. v1: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/382391-voigtl%C3%A4nder-nokton-50mm-f15-aspherical/?do=findComment&comment=4865130'>More sharing options...
Huss Posted September 26, 2023 Share #8 Posted September 26, 2023 v2 Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/382391-voigtl%C3%A4nder-nokton-50mm-f15-aspherical/?do=findComment&comment=4865131'>More sharing options...
TomB_tx Posted September 26, 2023 Share #9 Posted September 26, 2023 4 minutes ago, Huss said: Very easy to tell the difference. v1 has a crazy design where it looks like it is made from lots of different mis-matched pieces and the focus ring is a strange metal knurled thing. v1: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! That's the v1 of the M mount version. I also have the v1 of the earlier ltm version that is styled after the Summilux v1 of 1959 or so. Optically I think they are identical, but the ltm is aluminum body and doesn't seem as rugged at the later models. I also have the chrome version of the M v1 (shown above) and mechanically it is very impressive and solid. The focus ring is indeed strange, but it works very well if you get used to it. I use the ltm adapted to my M5, where the size feels right, and results are great/ 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huss Posted September 26, 2023 Share #10 Posted September 26, 2023 (edited) v2 on my M5 and pics taken w it on HP5. Mine is the single coat SC version. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited September 26, 2023 by Huss 2 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/382391-voigtl%C3%A4nder-nokton-50mm-f15-aspherical/?do=findComment&comment=4865163'>More sharing options...
cerber0s Posted September 26, 2023 Author Share #11 Posted September 26, 2023 4 hours ago, Huss said: Very easy to tell the difference. v1 has a crazy design where it looks like it is made from lots of different mis-matched pieces and the focus ring is a strange metal knurled thing. v1: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Yeah this is the one, but the chrome version. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harpomatic Posted September 26, 2023 Share #12 Posted September 26, 2023 I reviewed it here, hope this helps: https://www.47-degree.com/focus-shift/voigtlander-nokton-50mm-15-vm-aspherical-review And there it is in a comparison with another 9 50mm lenses for Leica M: https://www.47-degree.com/focus-shift/leica-m-50mm-lens-comparison-part-1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huss Posted September 26, 2023 Share #13 Posted September 26, 2023 1 hour ago, cerber0s said: Yeah this is the one, but the chrome version. v1 and v2 are different optically. From cameraquest.com: v1: Voigtlander 50/1.5 Nokton Leica M mount Aspherical M Mount Close Focus .7 Meter 5 Groups, 6 elements Filter size 49mm Length 47.7mm Diameter 53.8mm f/1.5 to f/16 Black or Chrome (real chrome on brass) Notice the smaller 49mm filter size compared to the earlier 50/1.5 Screw mount version. Voigtlander has apparently modified the formula slightly Lens Hood included v2: New Improved Optical Formula Two Aspheric Surfaces 8 elements, 7 groups Smaller More Compact Lens Buttery Bokeh with 12 Aperture Blades Small 43mm filter size f/1.5 to f/16 Rangefinder Close Focus .7 meters M Lens Mount easiy adaptable to most mirrorless cameras MC Multi-Coating or SC Single Coating Size: 36.9mm length, 55.3mm diameter Weight: Black/Silver 7 oz, Nickel/Black 9oz Optional LH-6 Vented Lens hood 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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