It’s always a joy to watch your reviews. Just the right mix of nice sample photos and technical comparison shots with a very engaging presentation delivery.
What I really like about the Voigtlaender is that you can buy them in black paint and real chrome for a small premium. Overall an excelent lens, that is very similar to the 35/1.5. Purplefringing can be very pronounced. Excelent review as always
Yeah it’s a shame the purple fringing is quite present. Otherwise it would have been a true winner. But I can’t really complain given its size and price.
I'm not sure about the new Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5. It might be the most inconsistent lens made by Voigtlander in the last couple of years. It has heavy field curvature. Center sharpness, even corners are good but midframes are really bad.
Nice comparison and review, thanks to Voigtlander, more and more keen photographers are able to shoot on a Leica rangefinder camera without the expense of Leica glass. This is also good news for Leica as they probably sell more cameras than ever because of the choices available.
Just the video I needed! I’ve got Voigtlander in aluminum and it’s a fantastic lens. I try to convince myself that I should get the 28 lux instead all the time… but I just can’t see how it’s worth all that much more when the value the Voigtlander is providing is exceptional. - great video!
No you absolutely don’t need the lux. This is very typical Voigtlander lens owner’s mentality: what if I’ve got the real deal, a real Leica lens? 9 times out of 10, it won’t be that much better, but it does scratch your itch of owning a Leica glass just because it’s Leica. Enjoying your 28!
As there is a 9 year difference in release time, the optical performance of Voigtlander is better because it is the latest lens. If you are not particular about Leica lenses, I think the 28mm F1.5 is a great alternative.
do you find the brass version too heavy on leica MP, M10P bodies ? the 35mm f1.5 brass version balances really well on these camera, the 28mm f1.5 is heavier and longer though.
Hi, Jimmy like the way you speak and sound. Good job. Fast in getting to the point. May I ask you a favor? Is the Voigtlander 28 Nokton has focus shift issue? This the the part I worry most. Cause previously owning a ver. 7 LLL summicron 35 has focus shift at F4-F5.6.
I had bought the Voigtlander 28mm 1.5 in the brass version, and it's a very beautiful lens. I arrived at the same conclusions as you. However, I returned it and ultimately opted for the Leica Summicron 28mm F2. Although much more expensive, I prefer the latter as it is smaller and complements my Leica kit. But there's no denying it, the Voigtlander is a banger. It's an exceptional lens with impressive sharpness, and the contrasts are very nicely reproduced. However, the purple fringing at wide open is indeed bothersome.
Interestingly, I've just done the opposite thing. I bought the brass Nokton to replace the Summicron V1. Did you buy the latest version of the Summicron with close focus ability? I admit that the purple fringing of the Nokton is quite annoying but its sharpness and extra stop of brightness at basically the same size of the Summicron are amazing. Not to mention the build quality with the brass version. This is my first time to buy a Voigtlander lens and this really makes me looking forward to waiting for its 28 apo if any.
@@timothyho1138 No, I got the version 11672, which I managed to get at an excellent price brand new. Tbh It was also to have a Leica for the sake of owning another Leica lens in my kit. However, I completely agree that the Voigtlander is exceptional in its construction and performance, and I highly recommend it.
@@Red-xz1gk unfortunately no. Thypoch refused to send me lenses for review after I have reviewed their 35 in comparison rather than in isolation (which they requested) to expose some of the flaws. Well, it’s hard to tell the truth and please everyone. If I can get my hand on one then I’ll be able to. I’ll never buy one myself though. Not even for testing purposes.
The Voigtlander's major weakness versus the Lux is when you shoot wide open but the focus point is in the mid-frame area, halfway between the center and corner. This is due to the lack of a floating element design in the Voigtlander. Otherwise, they are very close as you illustrated.
Great video Jimmy. I have the Lux and am considering downgrading. Does the Voigtlander vignette more than the Leica equivalent, like their other recent lenses?
The lens hood is quite big on the Summilux, and that's why I always use it without the hood. If you took the hood off, then the sizes of the two are more comparable, height-wise at least.
I have bought a 28 Nokton to replace my 28 Summicron V1. I need to say that it crushes the Summicron... in term of sharpness at least. The Summicron is by no means bad and is basically all-round and optically well-corrected. However, the Nokton is just that excellent in sharpness. Other than pronounced purple fringing and no half stop between F/1.5 and F/2.0 (as it is not a full stop), I really have no complaint on the Nokton. This is my first time to buy Voigtlander lens.
I've been wanting a fast 28mm and got the 7Artisans version awhile back. While I like the look I hated the size and weight. I knew right away I would not like the 28 Lux as it is about the same size as the 7Artisans. I got the 28mm Voigtlander 1.5 at launch and love the size and weight as it is the smallest and lightest fast 28mm out now. Am I spoiled that I want an even smaller fast 28mm? Give me one the size of the 40mm Summicron C. hahahah I know crazy.
Like in every comparison you do you are able to make Leica lenses Look Bad. I Wonder if that is in purpose. I would like to know if These are unedited raw Images and would like to know the Software used.
I think leica's competitiveness gone really fast with wider angle lenses more specially from 28mm. And frankly summilux 28mm is way too heavy and huge.
yeah at this day and age, with the advancement in computing, and grinding. it’s much easier to design and make good lenses. E.g., the Sony 50 f1.2 is sharper than the Leica 50 Apo at f2.0
Right from the Intro Shots I could Tell that I did not like the nokton. Typical Voigtländer Color and Rendering. Looks like shooting a Film Camera with expired Film 😅
@@elderinmoi1571 funny cuz that’s the lut I used. Exactly what I want it to look like, not voigtlander’s color at all. I think you have no idea what you are talking about. Check my latest 28 ultron video where I put unedited sample photos.
Recent VOIGTLANDERS are absolutely amazing, i have their New Vintage Line 35mm 1.5 Brass lens mounted on my M6 and it is simply OUTSTANDING!
It’s always a joy to watch your reviews. Just the right mix of nice sample photos and technical comparison shots with a very engaging presentation delivery.
thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed them!
What I really like about the Voigtlaender is that you can buy them in black paint and real chrome for a small premium. Overall an excelent lens, that is very similar to the 35/1.5. Purplefringing can be very pronounced. Excelent review as always
Yeah it’s a shame the purple fringing is quite present. Otherwise it would have been a true winner. But I can’t really complain given its size and price.
I have the VL and also the new 35 f1.5. Incredible lenses. I’m hopping for a 50 f1.5 with close focus following this design. Great vid Jimmy
thanks! enjoyed your video immensely as well.
I'm not sure about the new Voigtlander 35mm f/1.5. It might be the most inconsistent lens made by Voigtlander in the last couple of years. It has heavy field curvature. Center sharpness, even corners are good but midframes are really bad.
So glad you're still using the Leica MD 262. It`s my only digital camera and don`t see me buying another digital camera ever...!
If I was able to find a MD 262 or the M10-D, I too would have not bother to buy the M11-D. My next best camera is the M262. 😂
@@DannyChau7
The MD 262 is harder to find than the M10-D…!
@@superkrell Hence I hope Leica will make the M11-D as a part of the normal line-up so more people can enjoy this unique experience.
Nice comparison and review, thanks to Voigtlander, more and more keen photographers are able to shoot on a Leica rangefinder camera without the expense of Leica glass. This is also good news for Leica as they probably sell more cameras than ever because of the choices available.
@@DannyChau7 that is very true indeed
Just the video I needed! I’ve got Voigtlander in aluminum and it’s a fantastic lens. I try to convince myself that I should get the 28 lux instead all the time… but I just can’t see how it’s worth all that much more when the value the Voigtlander is providing is exceptional. - great video!
No you absolutely don’t need the lux. This is very typical Voigtlander lens owner’s mentality: what if I’ve got the real deal, a real Leica lens? 9 times out of 10, it won’t be that much better, but it does scratch your itch of owning a Leica glass just because it’s Leica. Enjoying your 28!
Does the Leica also have field curvature like the Voigtlander?
yes it does but they are slightly different. I noticed the summilux has somewhat of a mid-zone dip.
Which might be contributed by field curvature
More like 1/6 the price right? Any chances of getting a comparison of the nokton and the thypoch 28mm simera?
I don’t think there will be one after my 35mm review (apparently the manufacturer find it too “frank”)
@@JimmyCheng that’s too bad, heard very good things about the simera too
Good for you Jimmy. If a manufacturer finds you “too frank” it means you’re honest and doing a good job. Love your work.
Awesome video Jimmy! Wanted to ask where you get your shutter release button from? Love the look of that.
ah I think I bought it from some artisan in China, forgot where though, that was many many years ago.
As there is a 9 year difference in release time, the optical performance of Voigtlander is better because it is the latest lens. If you are not particular about Leica lenses, I think the 28mm F1.5 is a great alternative.
Yeah that could be the case here.
do you find the brass version too heavy on leica MP, M10P bodies ? the 35mm f1.5 brass version balances really well on these camera, the 28mm f1.5 is heavier and longer though.
@@ngterry9653 I thought it was alright. I would go for the brass version personally for the better build.
Great video! How does the 28mm 1.5 Nokton compare to the 28mm F2 Ultron?
well it's like lux vs cron, they are very similar at comparable apertures. Ultron has size advantage. So it's really 1.5 vs smaller size.
Hi, Jimmy like the way you speak and sound. Good job. Fast in getting to the point. May I ask you a favor? Is the Voigtlander 28 Nokton has focus shift issue? This the the part I worry most. Cause previously owning a ver. 7 LLL summicron 35 has focus shift at F4-F5.6.
Not that I’m aware of. All my photos are shot with MD(no live view) and they are all spot on.
I had bought the Voigtlander 28mm 1.5 in the brass version, and it's a very beautiful lens. I arrived at the same conclusions as you. However, I returned it and ultimately opted for the Leica Summicron 28mm F2. Although much more expensive, I prefer the latter as it is smaller and complements my Leica kit. But there's no denying it, the Voigtlander is a banger. It's an exceptional lens with impressive sharpness, and the contrasts are very nicely reproduced. However, the purple fringing at wide open is indeed bothersome.
Interestingly, I've just done the opposite thing. I bought the brass Nokton to replace the Summicron V1. Did you buy the latest version of the Summicron with close focus ability? I admit that the purple fringing of the Nokton is quite annoying but its sharpness and extra stop of brightness at basically the same size of the Summicron are amazing. Not to mention the build quality with the brass version. This is my first time to buy a Voigtlander lens and this really makes me looking forward to waiting for its 28 apo if any.
@@timothyho1138 No, I got the version 11672, which I managed to get at an excellent price brand new. Tbh It was also to have a Leica for the sake of owning another Leica lens in my kit. However, I completely agree that the Voigtlander is exceptional in its construction and performance, and I highly recommend it.
May I ask how is it compare to f2 type two ultron
Great video as usual! 😀Can you compare Thypoch simmer 28mm with these two lenses? Thank you!
@@Red-xz1gk unfortunately no. Thypoch refused to send me lenses for review after I have reviewed their 35 in comparison rather than in isolation (which they requested) to expose some of the flaws. Well, it’s hard to tell the truth and please everyone. If I can get my hand on one then I’ll be able to. I’ll never buy one myself though. Not even for testing purposes.
The Voigtlander's major weakness versus the Lux is when you shoot wide open but the focus point is in the mid-frame area, halfway between the center and corner. This is due to the lack of a floating element design in the Voigtlander. Otherwise, they are very close as you illustrated.
Great video Jimmy. I have the Lux and am considering downgrading. Does the Voigtlander vignette more than the Leica equivalent, like their other recent lenses?
Nah I’d say the lux vignette more!
Nice comparison and review jimmy 👍📸
Thank you!
The lens hood is quite big on the Summilux, and that's why I always use it without the hood. If you took the hood off, then the sizes of the two are more comparable, height-wise at least.
True. Unfortunately the size difference is still quite substantial, especially weight
Why there is no Thypoch 28 in there? Would love to see the diferences :(
Because the manufacturer wouldn’t send me one after seeing my 35mm Thypoch review. Go figure lol.
Jimmy how does the 28 Nokton stack up to the 28 Ultron II? Nice review... Thank you
unfortunately I don’t have the ultron at hand right now. But from my fading memory I’d say they are comparable just like summilux vs Summicron.
@@JimmyCheng I like the rendering of the Ultron, but also like it on the 50mm Nokton II. Thanks
@@mwales2112 the 50mm nokton ii nickel and brass is really sweet, one of my favorite fast 50 for its size.
I have bought a 28 Nokton to replace my 28 Summicron V1. I need to say that it crushes the Summicron... in term of sharpness at least. The Summicron is by no means bad and is basically all-round and optically well-corrected. However, the Nokton is just that excellent in sharpness. Other than pronounced purple fringing and no half stop between F/1.5 and F/2.0 (as it is not a full stop), I really have no complaint on the Nokton. This is my first time to buy Voigtlander lens.
@@timothyho1138 Thanks
看上去樣片高光紫邊比較明顯
嗯，和徕卡28 1.4 ASPH如出一辙。
@@JimmyCheng這隻nokton的設計確實有天才的思路，那隻徠卡是有浮動鏡組的。素質如此接近足見其巧思。
I've been wanting a fast 28mm and got the 7Artisans version awhile back. While I like the look I hated the size and weight. I knew right away I would not like the 28 Lux as it is about the same size as the 7Artisans. I got the 28mm Voigtlander 1.5 at launch and love the size and weight as it is the smallest and lightest fast 28mm out now. Am I spoiled that I want an even smaller fast 28mm? Give me one the size of the 40mm Summicron C. hahahah I know crazy.
haha I don’t think that’s gonna happen anytime soon. But again this is close to perfect!
Hi Jimmy, do you code your voigtlander 28mm f1.5?
nope
@@JimmyCheng thanks!
Voigtlander no contest.
The leica 28mm had better colour rendition, especially on the wood
Hey, even from youtube i see that summilux has way bigger pop
Like in every comparison you do you are able to make Leica lenses Look Bad. I Wonder if that is in purpose. I would like to know if These are unedited raw Images and would like to know the Software used.
@@elderinmoi1571 sorry if I made your fav brand look bad. Unedited LR raw files.
I think leica's competitiveness gone really fast with wider angle lenses more specially from 28mm. And frankly summilux 28mm is way too heavy and huge.
yeah at this day and age, with the advancement in computing, and grinding. it’s much easier to design and make good lenses. E.g., the Sony 50 f1.2 is sharper than the Leica 50 Apo at f2.0
The fringing on the Nokton is so bad compared to the 28mm Thypoch Simera 1.4
28 summilux哭晕在厕所
哈哈哈
@@JimmyCheng 不过28 summilux全开的时候有些暗角，看起来会有点中画幅的感觉，不知道这是脑壳疼如何？
@@justinlee7974 差不太多，我中间有几张图片顺序搞乱了如果不看LR注释根本分不清T.T
Right from the Intro Shots I could Tell that I did not like the nokton. Typical Voigtländer Color and Rendering. Looks like shooting a Film Camera with expired Film 😅
@@elderinmoi1571 funny cuz that’s the lut I used. Exactly what I want it to look like, not voigtlander’s color at all. I think you have no idea what you are talking about. Check my latest 28 ultron video where I put unedited sample photos.