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7Artisans 50mm f/1.1 Lens for Leica M (Silver)

BH #7A50F11SVLM • MFR #A401S
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7Artisans 50mm f/1.1 Lens for Leica M (Silver)
Key Features
  • Leica M-Mount Lens
  • Aperture Range: f/1.1 to f/16
  • Multi-Layer Lens Coating
  • Manual Focus Design
Mixing a normal field of view with an exceptionally fast maximum aperture, the silver 50mm f/1.1 from 7artisans Photoelectric is a versatile prime designed for M-mount rangefinder cameras. Distinguished by its bright f/1.1 design, this lens excels in low-light conditions and also affords extensive control over depth of field for isolating subjects and using selective focus techniques. A rounded 12-blade diaphragm also contributes to shallow depth of field work by producing a smooth, rounded bokeh quality.
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7Artisans 50mm f/1.1 Overview

Mixing a normal field of view with an exceptionally fast maximum aperture, the silver 50mm f/1.1 from 7artisans Photoelectric is a versatile prime designed for M-mount rangefinder cameras. Distinguished by its bright f/1.1 design, this lens excels in low-light conditions and also affords extensive control over depth of field for isolating subjects and using selective focus techniques. A rounded 12-blade diaphragm also contributes to shallow depth of field work by producing a smooth, rounded bokeh quality.

The lens features a Sonnar-type optical design with 7 elements in 6 groups, and individual elements feature a multi-layer coating to help reduce reflections and ghosting for greater contrast and color accuracy. Additionally, the lens has an all-manual design, and focusing operation is benefitted by engraved depth of field and focusing scales.

Normal-length 50mm prime designed for full-frame and 35mm Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras.
Notably fast f/1.1 maximum aperture affords extensive control over depth of field and also benefits working in low-light conditions.
Sonnar-type optical design delivers a high degree of sharpness throughout the aperture range.
Individual elements feature a multi-layer coating to suppress flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
Manual focus design permits working with subjects as close as 2.3' away.
Engraved focus distance and depth of field scales benefit working with pre-focus and hyperfocal focusing techniques.
Rounded 12-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

7Artisans 50mm f/1.1 Specs

Color
Silver
Focal Length
50mm
Maximum Aperture
f/1.1
Minimum Aperture
f/16
Lens Mount
Leica M
Angle of View
46°
Minimum Focus Distance
2.3' / 70 cm
Optical Design
7 Elements in 6 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
12, Rounded
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Filter Size
55 mm (Front)
Dimensions
ø: 2.36 x L: 1.93" / ø: 60 x L: 49 mm
Weight
14.11 oz / 400 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.5 x 4.5 x 3.9"

7Artisans 50mm f/1.1 Reviews

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will this fit the Leica M4and M5? I understand this was an issue with earlier versions.
Asked by: sam a.
My sample interfered with the meter arm on my M5 (an early 2-lug model). There were slight variations over the course of production, as with most camera, but the combination would not work for me.
Answered by: Randall
Date published: 2019-09-12

Is this a FF lens? It will work FF in Sony a7rIV ...

Is this a FF lens? It will work FF in Sony a7rIV with # LM-EA9 techart adapter?
Asked by: Ramatis Haywanon
Yes, this lens is designed for Full Frame cameras and will work with the Techart adapter.
Answered by: James P
Date published: 2023-04-14

Does the silver version have 6 bits code?

Does the silver version have 6 bits code?
Asked by: Francis
Yes this lens has 6 bits code.
Answered by: Zachariah
Date published: 2021-02-14

The lens does not lock into my Leica M4-2 film ...

The lens does not lock into my Leica M4-2 film camera. Is this lens designed to work with the M-series film rangefinders?
Asked by: Levent
This lens is designed to work with Leica M mount cameras.
Answered by: Reuben
Date published: 2021-01-22

I wonder how well this lens would work on a Micro ...

I wonder how well this lens would work on a Micro four thirds body using an appropriate adapter. It would be nice to have the speed plus the advantages of IBIS and focus peaking?
Asked by: peter
Actually, the responder who wrote “The crop factor for MFT...” doesn’t seem to understand photographic optics. The lens is a 50mm/1.1, period. It’s field of view on MFT is the equivalent of 100mm on full frame. But that doesn’t change the depth of field of the 50mm/1.1. But the 50mm will have the DOF of a 50mm, not a 100mm since the latter is not its focal length. If you “enlarge” the picture to the same degree as a 50mm picture would be, you’ll get a smaller print of a more restricted FOV. But the subject will be the same size and the DOF will be the same as a 50mm/1.1 lens. If you want the same FOV as the full frame 50 gives, you will have to move back to twice the original distance. I am the OP who asked the question. I wanted to know whether it would fit and focus accurately using the rangefinder’s cam. That goes to the quality of the adapter and also the precision and accuracy with which the cam is cut.
Answered by: peter
Date published: 2020-07-31

Is it 6bit coded?.

Is it 6bit coded?.
Asked by: Rajan
Ok, do you have in black color also?. Thanks.
Answered by: Rajan
Date published: 2023-01-30

What’s the best UV filter to use with this lens ...

What’s the best UV filter to use with this lens that is compatible with the Lenscap? I bought an F-pro B+W but I cant fit the lens cap when using the said filter
Asked by: Stephen
If you are looking for the best UV filter available for your filter thread size, and which also has 55mm front filter accessory threads, I would recommend either the Hoya 55mm HD3 UV Filter, B&H # HOUVHD355, the ZEISS 55mm Carl ZEISS T* UV Filter, B&H # ZEUVF55, or the Hoya 55mm EVO Antistatic UV(0) Filter, B&H # HOUVASE55, for your usage needs, depending on your budget.
Answered by: Manzell
Date published: 2018-12-27

Will this work on an Sony a6000 with leica m ...

Will this work on an Sony a6000 with leica m mount adaptor?
Asked by: Ivan
Yes, with a Leica M mount to E mount adapter.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-09-14
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