Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH. Lens
The Noctilux-M is a fascinating tool for anyone who wants to tell stories through pictures. Photographers all over the world use it to master visual and artistic challenges and to capture the light and dark sides of life in a unique way. The photographs it produces are characterized by an unmistakable bokeh, exceptional separation, and an image effect that appears almost impressionistic. An open aperture creates a look that is especially rich in character: artistic, emotional, sometimes even surreal – but always captivating.
The First Noctilux Lens
In 1966, the Noctilux 50 f/1.2 astounded expo visitors and the trade press when it debuted with its positively revolutionary optical capabilities. The lens offered a maximum aperture that was enormous by the standards of the time, in conjunction with an exceptional optical performance and visual signature that was unmatched.
This was partly due to the fact that the Noctilux was the world's first serially produced lens to feature two aspherical elements, reducing spherical aberrations at maximum aperture and improving rendition quality.
The original Noctilux 50 f/1.2 was produced from 1966 to 1975, and only 1,757 units were ever made. It was one of the first serial production Leica lenses to feature a black finish.
The Groundbreaking Classic Returns - Leica Noctilux-M 50 f/1.2 ASPH.
Carefully adapted in line with modern lens design, the Leica Noctilux-M 50 f/1.2 ASPH. marks the return of one of the most famous lenses made for the Leica M-System.
It's light sensitivity further contributed to the Noctilux's legendary status and continued lineage - as did its unique aesthetic: images captured at open aperture are imbued with a soft, almost dreamlike quality - creating an unmistakable look with an exquisite bokeh.
To re-issue this iconic lens, the original calculation and construction were only minimally changed, and carefully adapted to the glass types and production methods available today.
The lens comes in packaging inspired by the original box, and is complemented by the same lens container that was provided with the original Noctilux 50 f/1.2 for safe keeping.
Highlights:
- Contemporary designed reinterpretation of one of the most mythical lenses for the M-System.
- Similar optical design as the original Noctilux lens. Unique image quality with a vintage feel from the original lens.
- Even though the lens has a unique look with wide open aperture, this lens is in general a very usable lens for everyday shooting.
- The lens will come in a classically inspired transparent lens container, just like the original version.
Features:
- 50mm f/1.2 ASPH. focal length with legendary optical performance
- Six lens elements in four groups with two aspherical surfaces
- f/1.2 maximum aperture for superior low-light capability
- Exceptional bokeh and subject separation
- Extremely shallow depth of field for artistic control
- Soft, smooth tonal transitions
- Natural color rendering with controlled vignetting
- Focus range from 1 meter to infinity
- Largest magnification scale of 1:17.7
- Lock blade aperture with half-increment settings
- Minimum aperture of f/16
- Leica M-bayonet mount with 6-bit encoding
- Click-on lens hood included
- Combined meter/foot focus scale
- Perfect for portraits, atmospheric, and artistic photography
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Dimensions:
ø: 2.4 x L: 2"
Weight:
0.89 lbs
Materials:
Metal
Manufacturer SKU:
11686
In The Box:
Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH. Lens - Black
Leica Metal Front Cap
Leica Metal Rear Cap
Leica Metal Lens Hood (Click-on)
Leica Plastic Lens Container
Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
