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 Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX 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 Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX with a length of 60mm, is 17mm shorter. On the other hand, the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX has a larger diameter of 73mm 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. Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX weighs 340g, 20% (88g) lighter than the Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH's weight of 428g.
Filter Threads
The Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH has a filter size of 60mm whereas the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX has a 52mm 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 52mm filters that we recommend for the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX:
Lens Mounts
The Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX has the Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are , and for the Leica L Mount and Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600 for the Nikon F (DX) Mount.
Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX is also available in Canon EF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Leica TL 35mm F1.4 ASPH has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Tokina 35mm f2.8 Macro DX's widest aperture value is
F2.8.
