ZY Optics has launched a redesign to its Mitakon 50mm F0.95 lens to be compatible with Leica M cameras as it supports rangefinder coupling for focus assistance. It's a follow-up to their more popular Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm F0.95 III, which is available in Sony E, Canon RF, and Nikon Z mounts.
The Mitakon series is growing fast. The lineup already has four focal lengths available that are compact, lightweight, and have the video creator in mind.
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The 50mm F0.95 (Leica M) has a different optical design than the other three lenses. It features 11 elements in 8 groups with two extra-low dispersion elements to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberration. A 9 blade aperture design captures a pleasing bokeh and 18-point sun star.
The full-frame lens is manual focus, but when using certain adapters, it does support autofocus when using Sony E or Nikon Z lenses. ZY Optics says both the Megadap MTZ11 and Techart TZM-01/LM-EA7 are supported and are compatible with AF-S, AF-C, AF-F, and Face/Eye detection. Additionally, the lens supports Leica's rangefinder coupling focusing system which helps shooters focus through the camera's viewfinder.
The lens weighs 1.49lbs (675g) and has a minimum focusing distance of 40" (100cm), making it ideal to use with gimbals. The separate focus and aperture rings do have a pitch to them, allowing you to easily add a follow focus system.
The Mitakon 50mm F0.95 (Leica M) is available in two finishes, black or silver. Both are priced at $799, which is the same price as the Speedmaster 50mm F0.95 III.
All four lenses are available now.
