Quick Review - 7artisans 35mm f1.4 for Leica-M and Mirrorless 

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The M8 is a gem!

@@gearreallydoesntmatter have you still got the MD ?

I have used all three of these lenses. The TTArtisan and 7artisans lenses are different optical designs, but they render very similarly. The TTArtisan lens has ½ click aperture stops which I like, but I went for the 7artisans version simply because I prefer its physical appearance and built-in lens hood over the square hood of the TT version. The TT version I tried also had slight grinding at the close end of the focusing ring and that annoyed me. One sad aspect of low cost lenses from China is quality inconsistency in each unit. The Voigtlander 35/1.4 is an acquired taste. I own the E-mount version and I really enjoy it, but some people cannot stand its nervous bokeh at certain distances. I would say the Voigtlander 35/1.7 has a rendering that is more likely to appeal to a wider range of users, depending also on which camera you use it with. I buy these non-native lenses because I want added character in my images instead of the sterile look of a lot of modern digital lenses, so its all good for me. Its difficult for anyone to "recommend" these lenses because they each have a particular character and it comes down to personal taste in the end. If you don't live in a country that offers a returns service, then study the online websites for image samples when coupled with your camera-type and find the one that suits you best.

Thanks!

I will look into it!

Just got one and Is by far better of Cron-C 40mm even wide open. My subjective opinion

I use the cheapest I could find. Works great.

Now, I did buy at the end a 7artisan cloye up adapter, which is really nice and gives you a much more close up focus. Btw I had to adjust tje focus, it took me a while but now it's fun to usr, thanks

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@@gearreallydoesntmatter Oh wow. I didn’t realise that. That’s really good.

Of course not, the appeal is the prices. They are, like, 10 times cheaper. And for such cheap prices, I'd say they're incredibly more cost-efficient than buying Leica lenses. 7Artisans is here to fill a giant Lecia hole and they get the job done. I'd say their lenses feel more vintage than a lot of modern Leica lenses. But, alas, we aren't buying Leica lenses to save money, are we? xD

No they are not even close. But they are nice enough to take awesome photos. And if you like me shoot 98% with for example a 28mm. It makes more sense to buy a Leica 28mm and then 7artisan or similar in 35, 75 etc that wont gen much use. Its also perfect if you want to buy a rangefinder but cant afford any other lenses right now. These will be fine while you save up.

It’s a different M8.

Thats great, I only started to review gear to get an excuse to show images :)

For Leica, imo, this.

I do that when there is something to say/show. I’m not gonna do chart shots and talk about stuff at 400% zoom. People should not evaluate such things in YT anyway. Better to download high res samples.

If you want 'close focusing' best not to bother with a Leica. They aren't really for that.

Is this a question or crying? ;) It says “quick review” in the title, my lens reviews are always short and no one is forcing you to watch the ad.