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Thypoch Simera 28mm f/1.4
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Thypoch · 28 mm · f/1.4 · Leica M, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X mount

Thypoch Simera 28mm f/1.4

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KEY FACTS
BrandThypoch
Announcement dateMay 2024
Released2024
Production started2024
Production statusIn Production
What We Like
+Exceptional build quality with all-metal construction and premium materials
+Outstanding value compared to Leica equivalents (costs ~10% of Leica Summilux 28mm f/1.4)
+Excellent optical performance with strong bokeh and 3D pop characteristic
+Compact and lightweight for a fast 28mm lens, ideal for travel photography
+Available in multiple mount options expanding accessibility beyond M-mount
+Smooth manual focus ring and premium feel with tactile feedback
Worth Knowing
−No autofocus or electronic contacts limits compatibility with modern cameras
−Optimized for Leica's thin filter stack; performance degrades on Sony/thicker filter stack cameras
−Not weather sealed, vulnerable to dust and fungal growth in humid conditions
−Infinity focus lock mechanism can be awkward and requires pinky engagement when focusing
−Soft corners and subdued contrast at wide open f/1.4; best results from f/2.8 onward
−Flare issues in contre-light scenes and LoCA/bokeh fringing at close focus distances

General

Brand
Thypoch
Announcement date
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Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
May 2024
Released
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Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Production started
2024
Production status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Read our notes on general
The Thypoch Simera 28mm f/1.4 is a vintage-inspired manual focus lens offering remarkable optical performance and build quality at an exceptional price point compared to Leica counterparts. Its all-metal construction, beautiful bokeh, and compact form factor make it ideal for rangefinder enthusiasts and travel photographers, though the lack of autofocus and weather sealing, combined with performance penalties on cameras with thick filter stacks, limit its mainstream appeal for mirrorless shooters seeking fully modern features.

Optical

Minimum Aperture
f/16
Optical Formula
11 elements in 7 groups
Special Elements
1 Aspherical, 1 ED element, 3 HRI elements
Focus System
Floating element group

Focus mechanics

Focus Ring
Smooth, tactile with crescent-shaped tab
Aperture Control
Declickable aperture ring

Physical

Construction
All-metal body
Lens diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
54 mm
Lens length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
55 mm
Lens weight
330 g
Front filter size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
49 mm
Lens mount
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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, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X

Design features

Lens Hood
Square metal hood (Leica-style)
Infinity Lock
Tactile resistance point at 0.7m for rangefinder/EVF switching
Depth of Field Scale
Visifocus dots system

Optics

Min focal length
28 mm
Max focal length
28 mm
Focal range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
28 mm
Zoom lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Max aperture wide
1.4
Max aperture zoom
1.4
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
14020
Autofocus mode
No
Closest focusing distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
40 cm01500

Features

Weather sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
No