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Thypoch Simera 35mm f/1.4 Focus Tab Version Aspherical

51.7 Professional Score
35mm f/1.4 Leica M IS
Why we recommend this

With a 14-blade diaphragm and floating element design, this 35mm f/1.4 lens maintains sharp detail from infinity to 0.45m, producing cinematic bokeh and excellent flare control. The tactile focus tab features a 0.7m detent for rangefinder transitions, and the switchable click/declick aperture ring suits both photo and video work. It’s best for Leica M portrait photographers who value a compact 326g build, smooth bokeh, and precise manual focus up close.

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Price £741
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Thypoch Simera 35mm f/1.4 Focus Tab Version Aspherical lens

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Zeiss Biogon T ZM C Biogon T ZM

41.3 Professional Score
35mm f/2.8 Leica M
Why we recommend this ▼

Its Biogon optical formula, using 9 elements in 6 groups with T* coating, achieves high sharpness and contrast edge-to-edge at f/2.8. The all-metal, 200g build and precise manual focus mechanism offer a tactile shooting experience, while its 10-blade diaphragm renders smooth out-of-focus areas. This lens is ideal for street and travel photographers using Leica M-mount rangefinders who demand sharp, compact optics without the Summicron price tag.

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Zeiss Biogon T ZM C Biogon T ZM lens
Price £699
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