The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM 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 M 50mm F1.4 2023 is the longer of the two lenses at 59mm. The Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM with a length of 41mm, is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM has a larger diameter of 69mm compared to the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023's 59mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Size and Weight 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. Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM weighs 160g, 52% (177g) lighter than the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023's weight of 337g.
Filter Threads
The Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 has a filter size of 46mm whereas the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM has a 43mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 46mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023:
And these are the 43mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM:
Lens Mounts
The Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 has the Leica M lens mount whereas the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica M EV1 , Leica M11-D and Pixii Max for the Leica M Mount and Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm but while Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 has the fastest aperture of
F1.4 , the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM's widest aperture value is
F1.8 .
