The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH and the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM 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. Canon 35mm f1.4L USM is the longer of the two lenses at 86mm. The Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH with a length of 77mm, is 9mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM also has a larger diameter of 79mm compared to the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH's 70mm 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. Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH weighs 128g, which means it is 452g (77%) lighter than the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM which has a weight of 580g.
Filter Threads
The Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH has a filter size of 60mm whereas the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 60mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM:
Lens Mounts
The Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH has the Leica TL lens mount whereas the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are , and for the Leica TL Mount and Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV for the Canon EF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.