The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the TTArtisan 75mm F1.5 SB and the Voigtlander 75mm F1.8 Heliar Classic 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. Voigtlander 75mm F1.8 Heliar Classic is the longer of the two lenses at 74mm. The TTArtisan 75mm F1.5 SB with a length of 63mm, is 11mm shorter. On the other hand, the TTArtisan 75mm F1.5 SB has a larger diameter of 63mm compared to the Voigtlander 75mm F1.8 Heliar Classic's 58mm 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 75mm F1.8 Heliar Classic weighs 427g, 24% (135g) lighter than the TTArtisan 75mm F1.5 SB's weight of 562g.
Lens Mounts
The TTArtisan 75mm F1.5 SB has the M42 lens mount whereas the Voigtlander 75mm F1.8 Heliar Classic has the Leica M 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 M42 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
75mm but while TTArtisan 75mm F1.5 SB has the fastest aperture of
F1.5, the Voigtlander 75mm F1.8 Heliar Classic's widest aperture value is
F1.8.
