Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/2 Aspherical Lens
The Voigtlander 50mm f/2 Aspherical is a 50mm f/2 lens designed for Leica M mount cameras. Used copies start from $629.68 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/2 Aspherical Lens
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Lens Overview — Voigtlander 50mm f/2 Aspherical
Key Features — Voigtlander 50mm f/2 Aspherical
APO Apochromatic Design: Apochromatic correction brings all three primary wavelengths of light to the same focal plane, minimizing chromatic aberration and color fringing for exceptionally sharp, color-accurate images.
Aspherical Optical Element: The aspherical element reduces spherical aberration and helps deliver high contrast and sharpness even at wider apertures.
50mm f/2 Full-Frame Prime: A classic standard focal length with an f/2 maximum aperture, offering a natural field of view and useful light-gathering for full-frame shooters.
Leica M Mount: Designed for the Leica M bayonet mount, making it directly compatible with Leica M rangefinders and mirrorless bodies like the Leica M10 and M11.
All-Manual Focus: Precision manual focus ring suits the deliberate, tactile shooting style favored by rangefinder photographers and those seeking full control over focus.
Compact 364g Build: Weighing just 364g, this is a manageable full-frame prime that won't overburden a compact Leica M-system body during extended use.
Lens Specifications — Voigtlander 50mm f/2 Aspherical
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Leica M |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 49mm |
Description — Voigtlander 50mm f/2 Aspherical
The Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/2 Aspherical is a manual focus prime lens built for the Leica M mount and designed to work with mirrorless camera systems. It covers the full-frame format and offers a 50mm standard focal length with a maximum aperture of f/2. The lens weighs 364g and features a 49mm filter thread, keeping the overall package accessible for everyday carry.
With no image stabilization and a purely manual focus operation, it is aimed squarely at photographers who appreciate deliberate, hands-on control over their shooting process. Whether paired with a dedicated rangefinder-style body or a mirrorless camera with a Leica M adapter, the APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/2 Aspherical delivers a straightforward, full-frame standard prime experience within the Leica M ecosystem.
Pros — Voigtlander 50mm f/2 Aspherical
- ✓Full-frame coverage (lensFormat: Full Frame) ensures compatibility with both full-frame and smaller-sensor Leica M mount bodies
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2 provides solid low-light capability for a manual focus standard prime
- ✓Leica M mount compatibility opens the lens to a wide range of mirrorless camera systems
Cons — Voigtlander 50mm f/2 Aspherical
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for shooters who need or prefer it
- ✗No image stabilization (imageStabilization: None), so handheld shooting at slower speeds depends on camera IBIS or steady technique
- ✗Single Leica M mount option limits compatibility to that specific ecosystem
Videos — Voigtlander 50mm f/2 Aspherical
Worth the Hype | Voigtlander 50mm f/2 APO-LANTHAR for Leica M Review — Benj Haisch