The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f1.2 and the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 ZM 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. Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 ZM is the longer of the two lenses at 65mm. The Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f1.2 with a length of 52mm, is 13mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 ZM also has a larger diameter of 63mm compared to the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f1.2's 61mm 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. Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 ZM weighs 381g, 5% (24g) lighter than the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f1.2's weight of 405g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Leica M Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Leica M Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f1.2 and the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 ZM have the same Filter thread size of 49mm.
Below are links to the 49mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f1.2 and the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 ZM has the same Leica M lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Leica M lenses are Leica M EV1, Leica M11-D and Pixii Max.
Focal Range
Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f1.2 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm.
On the other hand, the Carl Zeiss Distagon T1,4/35 ZM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm.
