Thypoch Simera 35mm f/1.4
Thypoch · 35 mm · f/1.4 · Simera
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
54
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Exceptional build quality with premium all-metal construction and attention to detail reminiscent of vintage lenses
+Fast f/1.4 aperture with 14 aperture blades produces smooth, creamy bokeh and excellent low-light performance
+Floating focus design for improved performance at close distances despite short minimum focus distance of 0.45m
+Vintage-inspired depth-of-field scale with color-changing mechanical indicator adds aesthetic appeal and functionality
+Compact, lightweight design (~325g) makes it ideal for travel and street photography while balancing build quality
+Clickable/de-clickable aperture ring suits both photography and silent video operation
Worth Knowing
−Soft, low-contrast rendering at maximum aperture (f/1.4-f/2) creates vintage aesthetic that requires stopping down to f/2.8+ for optimized sharpness
−Fully manual focus lens without autofocus or electronic contacts—slower focusing compared to modern AF lenses, especially on mirrorless bodies
−Notable vignetting at f/1.4 (2.6 EV) requires lens hood attachment; prone to lens flare when shooting backlit scenarios
−Infinity focus lock requires deliberate disengagement to refocus closer, which some users find cumbersome despite its vintage charm
General | |
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About This LensThe Thypoch Simera 35mm f/1.4 is distinguished by exceptional build quality, with Thypoch going the extra mile to create a special lens with excellent quality perception from a fully manual lens featuring an all-metal body with very smooth control rings. Compared to its 28mm sibling, the Simera 35mm f/1.4 is more "classic" in terms of optical performance, with results quite soft and low contrast at large aperture settings. The Nikon Z mount version retails for about $649 USD. Best suited for photographers seeking vintage character and cinematic bokeh, this lens rewards patience and creative intent over clinical sharpness. | |
| Brand | Thypoch |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | Simera |
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. | Canon RF |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Canon EOS R |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical64/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 353 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 54 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 50.8 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. | 49 mm |
Optics75/100 | |
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) | 1.4 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 38° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 20 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Manual |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 14020 |
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. | 45 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.1x |
| 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 |  Rectangular |
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 |
Construction38/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 9 |
| Groups | 5 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 1 |
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. |  Yes |