Gear porn : Leica unveils Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 at $12,795 !

**jpzk** · 12-06-2017, 07:18 AM

They call this lens a "monster" :

Leica unveils Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 ASPH lens with 'hair-thin depth of focus': Digital Photography Review

lesmore49 · 12-06-2017, 08:33 AM

I'm torn by this lens. On one hand I like the F stop of 1.25 and the extreme depth of field it affords. On the other hand the lens is very large and although I understand why, the size is a disadvantage with an M series rangefinder as to me. One of the advantages of the Leica RF, IMO, is it's ability to be unobtrusive, particularly due to it's physical size. However I can see the advantage to this lens in low light situations. It's pricey, but with it's features and I'm assuming the legendary Leica quality and robustness of build, I'm not surprised.

Years ago I used an M4...with a 35,50 and 90 extensively and I do have an old 11f with a Leitz Elmar 50mm collapsible lens. Leica Rangefinders are wonderful cameras to use and to have. I would mind having a new Leica Rangefinder and 28mm Leica lens, but boy would that blow the budget or should I say budgets!

Oh well, one can dream.

**jpzk** · 12-06-2017, 12:32 PM

This lens makes the camera look so small and it reminds me of the large lenses used on Sony and Fuji mirrorless cam's!
It must weight a ton too

**Rondec** · 12-06-2017, 12:34 PM

It seems expensive, but I suppose it is worth it...

(if you're made of money)

**jpzk** · 12-06-2017, 12:37 PM

Originally posted by Rondec

It seems expensive, but I suppose it is worth it...

(if you're made of money)

Exactly !!

---------- Post added 12-06-17 at 02:42 PM ----------

Originally posted by lesmore49

I'm torn by this lens. On one hand I like the F stop of 1.25 and the extreme depth of field it affords. On the other hand the lens is very large and although I understand why, the size is a disadvantage with an M series rangefinder as to me. One of the advantages of the Leica RF, IMO, is it's ability to be unobtrusive, particularly due to it's physical size. However I can see the advantage to this lens in low light situations. It's pricey, but with it's features and I'm assuming the legendary Leica quality and robustness of build, I'm not surprised.

Years ago I used an M4...with a 35,50 and 90 extensively and I do have an old 11f with a Leitz Elmar 50mm collapsible lens. Leica Rangefinders are wonderful cameras to use and to have. I would mind having a new Leica Rangefinder and 28mm Leica lens, but boy would that blow the budget or should I say budgets!

Oh well, one can dream.

I'm sure there is a market for it and that it would yield amazing results... but .... $$$$ !!

LensBeginner · 12-06-2017, 12:42 PM - **1 Like**

I fail to see the allure of , what was it? - "hair-thin depth of focus".. a 50/1.7 already has almost-too-thin a DoF, when used wide-open at portrait distance.

"impeccable speed" is a nonsense.

And "isolates subjects with extreme precision" is usually a function of the user, not the lens...

Has this been designed to appeal to the rich boys completely devoid of photographic knowledge?
Because while I can see some potential uses for a light-gathering monster like this one, "hair-thin depth of focus" is not necessarily a desirable feature, rather a by-product of the large aperture (i.e. I'd try to shoot from a reasonably large distance).

**jpzk** · 12-06-2017, 12:44 PM

Originally posted by LensBeginner

hair-thin depth of focus

You can't even afford to breathe when taking a shot !

LensBeginner · 12-06-2017, 12:48 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by jpzk

You can't even afford to breathe when taking a shot !

After they've sucked you dry, you'll have no blood left to transport the oxygen anyway!

**monochrome** · 12-06-2017, 04:45 PM

With that kind of money . . . You could buy a good used car.

**mattb123** · 12-06-2017, 04:57 PM

Seems like focusing that wide open on a rangefinder might be challenging.
Also, justifying the price would be darn near impossible!

**jpzk** · 12-06-2017, 06:17 PM

Originally posted by mattb123

Seems like focusing that wide open on a rangefinder might be challenging.
Also, justifying the price would be darn near impossible!

Ah well, you'd be trembling your life away trying to focus this thing just by thinking you owe $12,795 to the mob !
Forget about obtaining focus at f1.25 !

**ivanvernon** · 12-06-2017, 06:59 PM

Originally posted by mattb123

Seems like focusing that wide open on a rangefinder might be challenging.
Also, justifying the price would be darn near impossible!

Makes my D FA 90mm for 645 sound downright cheap.

disconnekt · 12-07-2017, 12:00 AM

That's alot of money for a naughty-lux.

**jpzk** · 12-15-2017, 08:00 PM

Originally posted by disconnekt

That's alot of money for a naughty-lux.

Indeed.
And check this out too: same price but the lens is included !!

Leica - fancy gear for the 150th Canada Anniversary - PentaxForums.com

12-06-2017, 07:18 AM	#1
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Gear porn : Leica unveils Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 at $12,795 ! They call this lens a "monster" : Leica unveils Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 ASPH lens with 'hair-thin depth of focus': Digital Photography Review

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12-06-2017, 08:33 AM	#2
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,344	I'm torn by this lens. On one hand I like the F stop of 1.25 and the extreme depth of field it affords. On the other hand the lens is very large and although I understand why, the size is a disadvantage with an M series rangefinder as to me. One of the advantages of the Leica RF, IMO, is it's ability to be unobtrusive, particularly due to it's physical size. However I can see the advantage to this lens in low light situations. It's pricey, but with it's features and I'm assuming the legendary Leica quality and robustness of build, I'm not surprised. Years ago I used an M4...with a 35,50 and 90 extensively and I do have an old 11f with a Leitz Elmar 50mm collapsible lens. Leica Rangefinders are wonderful cameras to use and to have. I would mind having a new Leica Rangefinder and 28mm Leica lens, but boy would that blow the budget or should I say budgets! Oh well, one can dream.

12-06-2017, 12:34 PM	#4
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	It seems expensive, but I suppose it is worth it... (if you're made of money)

12-06-2017, 12:37 PM	#5
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251 Original Poster	Originally posted by Rondec It seems expensive, but I suppose it is worth it... (if you're made of money) Exactly !! ---------- Post added 12-06-17 at 02:42 PM ---------- Originally posted by lesmore49 I'm torn by this lens. On one hand I like the F stop of 1.25 and the extreme depth of field it affords. On the other hand the lens is very large and although I understand why, the size is a disadvantage with an M series rangefinder as to me. One of the advantages of the Leica RF, IMO, is it's ability to be unobtrusive, particularly due to it's physical size. However I can see the advantage to this lens in low light situations. It's pricey, but with it's features and I'm assuming the legendary Leica quality and robustness of build, I'm not surprised. Years ago I used an M4...with a 35,50 and 90 extensively and I do have an old 11f with a Leitz Elmar 50mm collapsible lens. Leica Rangefinders are wonderful cameras to use and to have. I would mind having a new Leica Rangefinder and 28mm Leica lens, but boy would that blow the budget or should I say budgets! Oh well, one can dream. I'm sure there is a market for it and that it would yield amazing results... but .... $$$$ !!

12-06-2017, 12:42 PM - 1 Like	#6
LensBeginner Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Photos: Albums Posts: 4,696	I fail to see the allure of , what was it? - "hair-thin depth of focus".. a 50/1.7 already has almost-too-thin a DoF, when used wide-open at portrait distance. "impeccable speed" is a nonsense. And "isolates subjects with extreme precision" is usually a function of the user, not the lens... Has this been designed to appeal to the rich boys completely devoid of photographic knowledge? Because while I can see some potential uses for a light-gathering monster like this one, "hair-thin depth of focus" is not necessarily a desirable feature, rather a by-product of the large aperture (i.e. I'd try to shoot from a reasonably large distance).

12-06-2017, 12:44 PM	#7
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251 Original Poster	Originally posted by LensBeginner hair-thin depth of focus You can't even afford to breathe when taking a shot !

12-06-2017, 12:48 PM - 1 Like	#8
LensBeginner Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Photos: Albums Posts: 4,696	Originally posted by jpzk You can't even afford to breathe when taking a shot ! After they've sucked you dry, you'll have no blood left to transport the oxygen anyway!

12-06-2017, 04:45 PM	#9
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	With that kind of money . . . You could buy a good used car.

12-06-2017, 04:57 PM	#10
mattb123 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Colorado High Country Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,872	Seems like focusing that wide open on a rangefinder might be challenging. Also, justifying the price would be darn near impossible!

12-06-2017, 06:17 PM	#11
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251 Original Poster	Originally posted by mattb123 Seems like focusing that wide open on a rangefinder might be challenging. Also, justifying the price would be darn near impossible! Ah well, you'd be trembling your life away trying to focus this thing just by thinking you owe $12,795 to the mob ! Forget about obtaining focus at f1.25 !

12-06-2017, 06:59 PM	#12
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Originally posted by mattb123 Seems like focusing that wide open on a rangefinder might be challenging. Also, justifying the price would be darn near impossible! Makes my D FA 90mm for 645 sound downright cheap.

12-07-2017, 12:00 AM	#13
disconnekt Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: SoCal/I.E. Photos: Albums Posts: 1,699	That's alot of money for a naughty-lux.

12-15-2017, 08:00 PM	#14
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251 Original Poster	Originally posted by disconnekt That's alot of money for a naughty-lux. Indeed. And check this out too: same price but the lens is included !! Leica - fancy gear for the 150th Canada Anniversary - PentaxForums.com