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Key Features
- Leica M-Mount
- Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16
- Single Coating
- Manual Focus Design
A normal-length prime lens designed for M-mount rangefinder cameras, the Nokton Classic 40mm f/1.4 SC from Voigtlander blends the comfortable, unique focal length with an especially bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, which benefits working in low-light conditions as well as offering increased control over depth of field. This edition of the 40mm f/1.4 also features a single coating, as opposed to a more common multi-layered coating, which offers a subtler image quality with slightly reduced contrast that is especially well-suited to black and white applications. The lens also features a manual focus design, for working with subjects as close as 2.3', and has a 10-blade diaphragm for a smooth bokeh quality.
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Will this lens activate the Sony A7 III manual ...
Will this lens activate the Sony A7 III manual focusing aid?
There is no electronic contact with this lens. So only in camera contrast focus aids will work.
Date published: 2019-06-13
Which frame lines will show up on a Leica M ...
Which frame lines will show up on a Leica M camera when using this lens?
The Voigtlander Nokton Classic 40mm f/1.4 SC Lens will bring up frame lines for a 50mm lens.
Date published: 2025-01-12
Is it compatible with Leica M8?
Is it compatible with Leica M8?
Yes
Date published: 2020-09-04
Is the lens rangefinder coupled for the Leica M?
Is the lens rangefinder coupled for the Leica M?
Short answer: Yes!
Date published: 2020-08-09
How does it compare with 35mm f1.4 SC?
How does it compare with 35mm f1.4 SC?
The Voigtlander Nokton Classic 40mm f/1.4 SC lens does not have an Abnormal Partial Dispersion Element like the Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 II SC Lens has. Other than that element they are similar lenses.
Date published: 2025-04-21
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I want to by a spare Front Cap which should I get ?
The Voigtlander Nokton 40mm f/1.4 Lens has a 43mm front filter thread, so you could use pretty much any 43mm lens cap. You could look at the Sensei 43mm Clip-On Lens Cap (B&H # SELCC43). If you prefer a center pinch cap, Zeiss has their 43mm Front Lens Cap (B&H # ZEFLC43).
Date published: 2018-08-27
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What is the difference between the single-coated version of this lens and the multi-coated version of this lens? How does each affect images?
I've owned both versions and the MC version is very high contrast - and very sharp. The SC version has less contrast (but is still good) and is significantly more flair prone. Overall, I would say id you like a little character in your images you may like the SC version better. But if you like modern technical "optical perfection" with allot of contrast, I'd say go for the MC version. But I don't think either will disappoint most photographers. FWIW, this lens (both versions) brings up the 50mm framelines in Leica M cameras.
Date published: 2023-05-18
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How do I know which version of this lens have I received? Is there any notification on the lens what is the coating?
It says SC on the lens next to Nokton Classic
Date published: 2018-08-27