The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Brightin Star 35mm f1.4 and the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH is the longer of the two lenses at 77mm. The Brightin Star 35mm f1.4 with a length of 40mm, is 37mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH also has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the Brightin Star 35mm f1.4's 64mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Brightin Star 35mm f1.4 weighs 208g, which means it is 220g (51%) lighter than the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH which has a weight of 428g.
Filter Threads
The Brightin Star 35mm f1.4 has a filter size of 43mm whereas the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH has a 60mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 43mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Brightin Star 35mm f1.4:
And these are the 60mm filters that we recommend for the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH:
Lens Mounts
The Brightin Star 35mm f1.4 has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH has the Leica L lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V, Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and , and for the Leica L Mount.
Brightin Star 35mm f1.4 is also available in the Sony E , Nikon Z and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
