Cosina has released two new lenses at once: Voigtlander Nokton 40mm F/1.2 Aspherical for Canon RF mirrorless cameras, and Voigtlander Nokton Vintage Line 28mm F/1.5 Aspherical VM for Leica M-mount. Both lenses will be available in January 2024.
The new Voigtlander Nokton 40mm F/1.2 Aspherical has a high aperture ratio and fairly compact dimensions. Optically, its design consists of 8 elements in 6 groups (see image below), and also has a 10-blade diaphragm (it is possible to control the diaphragm with or without clicks). Minimum focusing distance: 0.3 m.
The lens has an available aperture range: F/1.2-F/22. Viewing angle: 54.9 degrees. The Voigtlander Nokton 40mm F/1.2 lens is designed for full-frame cameras, and at the same time has electronic contacts for transmitting EXIF data. The new lens weighs 400 grams.
Maximum magnification ratio: 1:4.9. Installation diameter for filters: 58mm. The lens is supplied with a proprietary hood.
Cosina also published a video containing footage taken using the new lens:
The manufacturer also released another lens: Voigtlander Nokton Vintage Line 28mm F/1.5 Aspherical VM for Leica M-mount.
The new lens optically consists of 10 elements in 8 groups (see diagram below).
The available aperture range is F/1.5-F/16. The lens has a 12-blade aperture, and the minimum focusing distance is 0.5 meters. Viewing angle – 74.5 degrees. As with the previous lens, the manufacturing company published an announcement video:
The installation diameter of the filter is 43mm. The lens hood is not included in the package. The lenses are available in two variations: Type I and Type II, as well as in black and silver.
It was previously reported that Sigma is preparing to release optics for the Canon RF-mount bayonet mount. It is clarified that at the beginning the company may show or talk about two zoom lenses for Canon RF/RF-S, as well as one prime lens. The demand for optics for this bayonet mount is quite high, the source clarifies.
Profile media suggest that Sigma may release the following optics for Canon RF:
- Sigma 50mm F/1.4 Art or Contemporary
- Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 OS DC
