7Artisans M 35mm f/2.8
7Artisans · 35 mm · f/2.8
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What We Like
+Ultra-compact and lightweight at just 88g, making it ideal for everyday carry and travel photography
+Sharp center-to-corner performance with character-rich vintage rendering that maintains quality even at wide-open f/2.8
+Rangefinder-coupled manual focus with thoughtful controls including focusing lever and infinity lock for intuitive operation
+Exceptional value at $428, offering premium build quality and optical performance rivaling lenses costing significantly more
+Impressive accessory package with two lens hoods, UV filter, and coupling adjustment tools included
+Versatile 35mm focal length with smooth bokeh and well-separated subjects ideal for street, travel, and documentary work
Worth Knowing
−Notable vignetting wide open at f/2.8 that persists even when stopped down to f/4 and beyond
−Limited to manual focus only, requiring traditional rangefinder or zone-focus techniques with no autofocus option
−f/2.8 maximum aperture is modest compared to faster contemporary manual lenses (f/1.4 to f/0.95 commonly available)
−Softer, lower-contrast rendering at maximum aperture compared to modern clinically-perfect optics may not suit all aesthetic preferences
General | |
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About This LensThe 7Artisans 35mm f/2.8 is a new compact prime lens for Leica M and Leica Thread Mount (L39) cameras, leaning heavily into vintage-inspired design with an all-metal build and styling that recalls classic rangefinder lenses. It measures just 28mm in length and weighs only 88 grams, making it an easy match for compact rangefinder setups. The lens uses a 7-element, 5-group optical design based on a double-Gauss structure, paired with modern coatings, meant to balance sharpness with a more classic rendering style while helping to control flare. Despite modest f/2.8 aperture, reviewers praise its exceptional optical quality, compact portability, and character-rich output perfect for street and travel photography at an affordable $428 price point. | |
| Brand | 7Artisans |
| Release Year | 2026 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Leica M |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Leica M |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 88 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 50 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 28 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 34 mm |
Optics | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 35 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 61.8° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 27.8 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Manual |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 7020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 70 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.06x |
| Autofocus Mode | No |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. | No |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Round |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 7 |
| Groups | 5 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 0 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. | No |