The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Leica Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 ASPH and the Leica Macro-Elmar-M 90mm f4 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses. Leica Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 ASPH is the longer of the two lenses at 91mm. The Leica Macro-Elmar-M 90mm f4 with a length of 41mm, is 50mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Leica Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 ASPH also has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Leica Macro-Elmar-M 90mm f4's 52mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Leica Macro-Elmar-M 90mm f4 weighs 240g, 77% (815g) lighter than the Leica Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 ASPH's weight of 1055g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Leica Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 ASPH and the Leica Macro-Elmar-M 90mm f4 has the same Leica M lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Leica M lenses are Leica M11 Monochrome, Leica M11 and Leica M10.
Focal Range
Leica Noctilux-M 75mm F1.25 ASPH is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 75mm. Leica Macro-Elmar-M 90mm f4 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 90mm.