The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang XP 50mm F1.2 and the Voigtlander 50mm F1.1 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. Samyang XP 50mm F1.2 is the longer of the two lenses at 117mm. The Voigtlander 50mm F1.1 with a length of 57mm, is 60mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang XP 50mm F1.2 also has a larger diameter of 93mm compared to the Voigtlander 50mm F1.1'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. Voigtlander 50mm F1.1 weighs 428g, 64% (772g) lighter than the Samyang XP 50mm F1.2's weight of 1200g.
Lens Mounts
The Samyang XP 50mm F1.2 has the Canon EF lens mount whereas the Voigtlander 50mm F1.1 has the Leica M lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount and Leica M EV1, Leica M11-D and Pixii Max for the Leica M Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm but while Samyang XP 50mm F1.2 has the fastest aperture of
F1.2, the Voigtlander 50mm F1.1's widest aperture value is
F1.1.
