Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 50mm
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
What Buyers Say
Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 50mm
The Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 for Fuji X-mount is a manual focus lens that delivers impressive center sharpness and beautiful bokeh, though corner softness is noted. Users praise its solid build, compact size, and the EXIF data transfer via electronic contacts, which enhances the manual focusing experience. While some find it less sharp than Fuji's XF56, the film-like rendering and smooth bokeh make it a favorite for portraits.
Pros
- Excellent center sharpness
- Beautiful smooth bokeh
- Solid build quality
- Compact size
- EXIF data transfer via electronic contacts
Cons
- Soft corners
- Manual focus only
- Less sharp than Fuji XF56
- Mixed quality control (possible bad copy)
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
This Panasonic Leica 12-35mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, solid build, and constant aperture, making it a versatile workhorse for both photo and video on Micro Four Thirds cameras. Users highlight its impressive image quality that rivals larger formats, fast and reliable autofocus, and effective image stabilization, especially when paired with compatible bodies. A few note the lens is somewhat heavy and that depth of field at f/2.8 is limited on MFT, but overall it is considered a worthwhile investment for those seeking a high-quality standard zoom.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Solid build quality
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Effective image stabilization
Cons
- Somewhat heavy
- Limited depth of field at f/2.8 on MFT
- Image stabilization barely noticeable at wide angles
- Not as sharp as prime lenses
- Plastic lens hood
Scores
Specifications
| Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 50mm | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 50 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 14 |
| Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | — | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.2 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 12★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 390 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:6★ | 0.21x |
Pros & Cons
Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 50mm
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average social proof (34th percentile)
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
