The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Panasonic S 24mm F1.8 and the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f0.95 ASPH 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. Panasonic S 24mm F1.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 82mm. The Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f0.95 ASPH with a length of 75mm, is 7mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Panasonic S 24mm F1.8 also has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f0.95 ASPH's 73mm 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. Panasonic S 24mm F1.8 weighs 310g, which means it is 390g (55%) lighter than the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f0.95 ASPH which has a weight of 700g.
Filter Threads
The Panasonic S 24mm F1.8 has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f0.95 ASPH has a 60mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Panasonic S 24mm F1.8:
And these are the 60mm filters that we recommend for the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f0.95 ASPH:
Lens Mounts
The Panasonic S 24mm F1.8 has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f0.95 ASPH has the Leica M lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Leica M EV1, Leica M11-D and Pixii Max for the Leica M Mount.
Focal Range
Panasonic S 24mm F1.8 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 24mm.
On the other hand, the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f0.95 ASPH is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm.
