The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Viltrox AF 24mm F1.8 E and the Leica Summilux-M 24mm f1.4 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. Viltrox AF 24mm F1.8 E is the longer of the two lenses at 85mm. The Leica Summilux-M 24mm f1.4 ASPH with a length of 59mm, is 26mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Viltrox AF 24mm F1.8 E also has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the Leica Summilux-M 24mm f1.4 ASPH's 61mm 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. Viltrox AF 24mm F1.8 E weighs 340g, which means it is 160g (31%) lighter than the Leica Summilux-M 24mm f1.4 ASPH which has a weight of 500g.
Lens Mounts
The Viltrox AF 24mm F1.8 E has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Leica Summilux-M 24mm f1.4 ASPH has the Leica M lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E 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
24mm but while Viltrox AF 24mm F1.8 E has the fastest aperture of
F1.8, the Leica Summilux-M 24mm f1.4 ASPH's widest aperture value is
F1.4.
