Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f /1.2 ASPH Lens - 11686
- For M-Series Leica Cameras
- E49 Filter Thread
- 1m To Infinity Focus Range
- Lock Blade, With Half-Increment Lock Settings
- 16 Aperture Blades
- 2 Aspherical Surfaces
- 6 Lens Elements, 4 Groups
- Black Finish
Leica 11686 Noctilux-M 50mm f /1.2 ASPH Lens
A Milestone in Photography History
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. The reasons for the enduring appeal of this iconic lens have been its speed, elaborately constructed aspherical lens elements, and high rendition quality with a unique aesthetic at open aperture. The original Noctilux 50 f/1.2 was produced from 1966 to 1975 at a total quantity of 1,757 units.
A lens illuminates the Night
A street light in the dark, the rear lights of a car, a child’s face in candlelight, a performer in the spotlight – depicted with an authentic and natural clarity: images captured with a Noctilux are characterized by an unmistakable bokeh, and an almost impressionist aesthetic. Photographers the world over use this exceptional tool to master visual and creative challenges, and tell fascinating stories of darkness and light.
Features
- Noctilux Bokeh
Especially when shooting with an open aperture a soft, distinctive bokeh emerges. - Unique Look
The Noctilux creates a very special look. This is characterized by its unique colors and the soft character of the photo. - Sharpness Intensity
Slightly stopping down result sharp image results. Therefor the Noctilux is not only usable for motives at open aperture, but also for your daily applications. - Artistic Vignette
The vignette of the Noctilux creates an artistic effect which seems to frame the image. - Open Aperture
The depth of field range at open aperture is so small that it creates a unique image effect.
Technical Product Information
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Frequently Asked Questions
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This lens is compatible with Leica M-Series cameras, designed specifically to fit the Leica M lens mount system. It is optimized for full-frame sensor coverage and is ideal for users of Leica M cameras seeking exceptional optical performance.
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No, this lens does not feature image stabilization. It relies on manual focus and stable shooting techniques or external stabilization equipment to achieve steady images, especially in low-light conditions or at wide apertures.
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The lens offers a wide maximum aperture of f/1.2, allowing excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field for creative effects. The aperture can be stopped down to a minimum of f/16 for increased depth of field and sharpness when needed.
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This lens features manual focus only. It allows precise control over focus, favored by photographers who prefer to manually adjust focus to achieve specific artistic effects or sharpness exactly where they want it.
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The lens supports 49mm screw-in filters, enabling you to attach a variety of photographic filters such as UV, polarizing, or ND filters to enhance image effects or protect the front lens element.
