Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical II VM
Voigtlander · 50 mm · f/1.2 · NOKTON
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What We Like
+Exceptional sharpness even at wide-open f/1.2 aperture
+Smooth, creamy bokeh from 12-blade diaphragm and aspherical design
+Compact and lightweight for an ultra-fast prime lens
+Outstanding build quality with precise metal construction
+Excellent flare resistance and minimal chromatic aberration
+Strong performance across full aperture range, peaks at f/5.6
Worth Knowing
−Significant vignetting at wide-open aperture (3.3 EV) requires stopping down for even exposure
−Focus shift present when stopping down—best results when focusing at working aperture
−Some spherical aberration wide open creates slight glow and reduced contrast
−Can block part of rangefinder viewfinder at minimum focus distance on some cameras
General | |
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About This LensThe Voigtländer 50 mm F1.2 Nokton II VM combines the tradition of fast standard lenses with state-of-the-art optical technology, with two double-sided aspherical lens elements ensuring exceptional image quality—even at open aperture—and enabling a soft, expressive bokeh. Overall, the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm 1.2 Aspherical VM is a really high performance lens especially in the centre, but at F5.6 is exceptionally good across the frame, all the way into the extreme corner. With a weight of just 322 g, it remains pleasantly light and balanced. | |
| Brand | Voigtlander |
| Release Year | 2025 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Version ⓘThe iteration or release number of a particular lens model. | II |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | NOKTON |
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 | 322 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 63.3 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. | 52 mm |
Optics | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 50 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.2 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 47.5° |
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 | 12020 |
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 |
| 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. | 8 |
| Groups | 6 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 2 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 2 |
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 |