Definitely the best gear reviewer on YT, no b roll no annoying bgm no BS and takes fantastic photos. Thank you

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ash! Haha yes i'm not cool so I try to make up for it with info and photos :)

@jlwilliams

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Wouldn't mind an occasional nice bit of B-roll tho...

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@jlwilliams thanks, I’m Trying to start adding more small clips

Finally!!! I've been waiting for this review for months as I want to upgrade from my Voigtlander 35mm Colour Skopar. I'll definitely go ahead and buy it, thanks Matt!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry it took ages to get one to test. Happy I could help!

Had the Ultron 35/2 type I for quite a while now and it pretty much stays bolted to either my Zeiss ZM or M246. My favourite 35mm lens ever! It has a fair amount of falloff in the corners wide open which I quite like, but might not be to everyone’s taste. I used to have the ZM 35/2.8 Biogon which was also stunning but didn’t use it much because the f/2.8 aperture was a bit limiting at times.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike, thanks! I'm glad it is not just me liking this lens :) Thanks for mentioning fall off. I hadn't noticed much but then forgot to mention it either way. Yes f2 is much more useful, especially for film.

It really is the best 35mm M mount lens out there for me. Regardless of price. It's simply got all the sharpness you need and the character you want. The build is incredible. I wanted to buy the Leica 35 f2 asph v2 summicron but because of this lens I couldn't justify it.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex! Well done yet again Voigtlander 👌🏻

@naslime_snaps

2 жыл бұрын

Waiting for your review of this amazing lens, Alex! 😉 Not to discredit your review, Matt. Just want to hear the street photography side review of this lens. Cheers!

Been using it for the last 6 months and I love it!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear it! Yes I was very impressed :)

Top quality review as always. For people getting into the M-Mount lenses today, this makes a great choice for a first and maybe only 35mm lens. I did extensive research back in 2015-2016, which ended with me buying a Zeiss ZM 35mm f/2 as well as a Voigtlander 35mm f/2.5 (which is a very solid lens, but I sold when I bought the Zeiss 35mm f/2.8). I think this Voigtlander beats the Zeiss 35mm f/2 in most categories, with the Zeiss only seeming to have slightly better light transmission levels, when shot wide open side-by-side against the Voigtlander. For several months I considered selling the Zeiss 35mm f/2 to buy the Voigtlander, but I am not going to do so as the 43mm filter size actually works in my Zeiss lens kit, and more importantly, I don’t think there is enough of a difference to matter as I only shoot film.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Zach, unless you love tiny lenses I think the Zeiss will be as good optically (especially for film)

@ZachBie

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom I do like smaller lenses and my Zeiss 35mm f/2.8 is my go to lens for daylight shooting. I use the 35mm f/2 if I might be shooting in low light or if I am matching it with a lens that is slightly less sharp or lower contrast like the Zeiss 50mm f/1.5. I took the 35mm f/2.8 and the 50mm f/1.5 on a trip to Taiwan and I found that that while both lenses produce wonderful results, there was a noticeable (to me) difference in sharpness and contrast when looking at images from both side by side.

Ok I now know exactly wot kit I want; the blk paint 10-R with the Voit f2/ 35mm…. yup, that combo wood - I hope - keep me happy on the streets & out in landscapes for years … Thks mate !!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Thanks William! If you need sharper images on the M10R consider the bigger Voigt APO 35mm

Follow-up: I bought one of these a few months ago largely on Matt's recommendation, and while I like the optical performance and compact size, I'm having buyer's remorse over the focusing tab. If you grab the tab delicately between thumb and forefinger and carefully move it back and forth, it operates smoothly. But if you try to use it the way you actually use a focusing tab - push your fingertip up into the recess and move it back and forth - you encounter what car people refer to as “stiction”: the focusing movement feels irregularly sticky because the friction varies. The start-stop action makes precise focusing difficult. I assume this is caused by the sideways pressure needed to keep your finger in the recess… if you make a deliberate effort to press hard, you'll find the focusing action becomes VERY sticky and hard to turn. Various online comments said it would smooth out over time, but mine hasn't, and it's now too late to return it. Probably not all of them are like this, but buyer beware - if you want to get one, try it out right away while putting a bit of pressure on the focusing tab, and if you don't like the way it feels, this probably isn't the lens for you.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks JL, sorry to hear it. I’ve not noticed on mine but that doesn’t help you.

@jlwilliams

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Thanks, good to know they don't all do that. Maybe mine will smooth out eventually...

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@jlwilliams 👍🏻

@UsosCreative

2 жыл бұрын

@@jlwilliams Did your lens ever smooth out? I just bought one used and it had the same issue. I picked up a brand new one and it still has the issue but not as bad as the used one...

@jlwilliams

2 жыл бұрын

@@UsosCreative It hasn't really gone away, but I've gotten used to it. Either I take care to avoid pressing too hard, or put my finger outside the tab and press it sideways instead of up, or grasp the tab between thumb and forefinger and move it that way. I can live with it, but I still wish it had a plain ring instead of the tab. My 35mm f/2 Canon LTM lens (made in the early 1960s) is even smaller than this one, has a normal ring instead of a tab, and focuses with perfect smoothness. I really don't see the point of the tab, although I guess some people like it because Leica uses one.

Matt, great review. I would like to hear how users of this lens deal with the close focusing issue for film cameras like the M6. Thanks

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony, just set the lens to 0.7m And walk in the focus

Love how small this thing is. Definitely considering picking one up to glue to my M6 for personal use

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Benj! Thanks for stopping by. Yes perfect lens for that! (I tried to reach out to you a while ago but you may have missed it. We should collab! DM me if you fancy it @MrLeicaCom)

@benjhaisch

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom oh shoot sorry! Was that on IG? Must have missed it

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch no worries, yes I think so. I thought we could chat all things Leica!

@downtofun

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Yo I’m completely here for a Benj x Matt collab!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@downtofun thanks Jeremy! ❤️

Okay, suppose I'm trying to decide between this lens and the 35/2 Apo-Lanthar. This wouldn't be a factor for people using a mirrorless camera and an adapter, but what about finder intrusion when using a true rangefinder camera? The Ultron is so short that I'm guessing it wouldn't be an issue at all, but am wondering if the extra length of the Lanthar would be more of a problem (especially if the sun happened to glance off the shiny chrome front rim that Cosina insists on putting on both of these lenses?) Speaking of which, could you get a sense of whether this chrome rim might have caused some of the flare you noted when shooting directly toward a bright light?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks JL and interesting point. APO blocks the finder slightly (see that video, I can't remember if I mention that exact point) but it is big for a M camera. I prefer the Ultron on a M. I didn't see flare coming off the rim when trying hard to flare the lens but it's an interesting point. Some put black filters on similar lenses for this reason.

Mate, u do some really useful n informative reviews with some great demo shots & some really lovely images, (personally prefer yr landscape images to yr model shots). Thks !!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Thanks William! I will try to find myself in a situation to shoot more landscapes for some videos (usually i'm shooting models). See the Voigt. 50 2.5 video.. that's a mix of images.

Summicron 35mm asph v1 is the best by far for street photography.1)Has focus tab witch is very important for muscle memory and extremely quick street shooting,even at night.2)Has very sort focus distance,work perfect with focus tab.3)Has close distance 0,7 works perfect with Leica (the tab stops were the focus distance stops witch is very important).4)Has a lot less flare (works much much better with opposite the sun.5)Has much better micro contrast (perfect for b&w).6) Has much better built quality (especially the brass silver).7)Has small hood with cover (you can leave it always on the lens and protect it with even less flare that’s why it is better than asph v2).8)Has almost 0 distortion.9) Works better with any digital Leica because of the optimised Leica sensor,also because of the lens corrections.10)Has the best film look with digital I have ever seen from any lens.11)With tri-x 400 is a dream.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick! Sounds like you have your 35mm lens covered :) I'm not sure I agree on all points but many are personal preference. The key is finding a lens we like to use I think :)

@c.graham8304

2 жыл бұрын

But pricey. You will say the Leica 35mm APO is the best if you own one. But again it’s about money.

Again a great video, Matt! Could you please tell me is the focus ring sach smooth like summicron 35mm? I heard that on this lens it can be a small issue.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jean! My copy was super smooth, no issues at all.

Another great review. Thank you

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Malcolm!

Look forward to seeing the ones shot on film!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cary, It was colour film so it might be delayed until I finish the roll. In hindsight I wish I'd shot some B&W film with it for fast results. I'm sure I will end up getting one eventually. For now I will use the 28mm Ultron v2 that I got (after testing), as i'm more of a 28+50mm guy

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Hi Matt, I enjoy all your videos, even the ones in which you address lenses that I probably won't acquire because I always learn stuff from you. I've noticed something about your philosophy and practices for which I'd appreciate some clarification. While you've stated that you sold your Zeiss 50mm f/2 M-mount because it was 'too sharp', you seem to focus on the sharpness of the 35mm focal-length lenses a great deal. What is different between the two focal lengths that has you emphasizing the sharpness only of the shorter one?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, sorry to cause confusion. If it’s a lens for non-portraits I enjoy sharp. If 50mm portraits I don’t mind softer. That said I later bought the APO 50 to shoot film with :)

Great review Matt as ever, thank you. What lens profile setting would you recommend when using this lens on the SL please? Many thanks

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Philip, you might laugh but I don't use lens profiles on any camera. You can try the nearly Leica 35 f2 profile.

@philiplevick5508

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Haha fair enough, thanks Matt

Stunning images. Informative review as usual. I have this lens in silver and I prefer it to my previous summicron 35 asph ii. Mainly because of the 0.58m close focus. It’s a gem, together with my Zeiss 35mm f2.8 biogon. Thinking of getting the Nokton 35 f1.2 v3 to complement the line up for impactful portraiture (had the v2, was too big and heavy for my preference, but wonderful pictures nonetheless).

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, yes I must try the v3 1.2 when I get a chance.. (or depending what camera you use get the 40 1.2) :)

@belgiboing

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom I use an M10 and SL2-S interchangeably so the 35mm would be easier to use between both. But I used to own the 40 1.2. Superb lens too.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@belgiboing nice! Yes I may get the 40 1.2 at some point :)

Hi Matt, I'm just a hobbyist and have never made money from photos. I started taking pictures with a film camera in the 1970s. From a film SLR camera, to a digital SLR camera (Canon 5D Mark ii) was used. In the digital SLR era, the biggest problem I encountered was that the camera and lens were too big and too heavy. I miss the film days when I only had a Zeiss 58mm lens. Back then, I was never bothered by a camera that was too big or too heavy. Especially when getting on the plane, cameras and lenses cannot be checked in because they will break the camera and lens. There was a song where they broke my guitar. It's about an airline company breaking a singer's guitar. But I also need to bring other items with me on the plane. This is very inconvenient. Nor can you carry such a large camera and lens for mountain climbing and long walking. So, I thought of Leica. The only reason to choose Leica is that I want a small size and light weight camera and lens, not how rich I am. I liked the APO version of the lens, but instead of APO lenses for size and weight, bought the Ultron. That's why I chose Leica. I also don't need an aperture of f/1.4. Because at f/1.4, I couldn't get precise focus at all. Besides, the f/1.4 lens will be bigger and heavier. This is not what I wanted for choosing Leica. But issues with the focus ring eventually led me to stop using the Ultron and buy a Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 II MC. I like this MC version and dislike that SC version. This way the focus ring problem is gone. Only the filter size has become 43. Slightly bigger. This is a pity. But this is a compromise.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Hi thanks for your back story. I hope to do a new Nokton 35mm f1.4 video when I get time. A nice lens with lots of character. I like the Ultons too, 28 & 35. I use Skopar too for small size.

I went with the 40mm f1.4 and love that little sucker for street.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Great. Yes it’s good for low light too 👍🏻

Can't wait for your SL - S5 comparison ;-) btw I just bought the ttartisn 35/1.4 APS - c for the CL. I think it's amazing value for the money and you probably will like it too

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, I have started that video, it will follow. / 35 1.4 - nice!

I might consider it if I haven't the Zeiss 35mm f2 already. Which is pretty awesome too and fixed to my M9-P permanently.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

I think optically similar (i've read), just smaller

@villagranvicent

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, I wish my ZM was smaller. (shorter) other than that is excellent.

Thank you for this interesting informative video. Would love to see this lens contrasted with the 35mm Nokton III -- both for film and an M9 I hanker for the greater speed of the Nokton but also seek a very sharp lens.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks D, the 1.4s are not sharp wide open. Get the 1.2 iii if you want fast and sharp.

@dlyon9673

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Thanks!

Hi Matt. Sorry for all the questions recently. Would the Ultron be a good 50mm equivalent on the CL? I'm looking for a lens that can move between the SL and CL. I know you use the 35mm 1.2 for portraiture in the CL but I'm just looking for a light travel lens.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Yes the Ultron is a good size for the CL David 👍🏻

Indeed, from a walk around lens persepective probably the best 35 mm lens vor M-Mount, regarding price, size and performance. What I don't like at this lens - I've tested two copies Type II on a digital camera - is the harsh decoupling and coupling of the focus ring at 0.7 meters. I could hear the click in both directions, with the Ultron 35 1.7, for example, this is much softer and more harmonious. My copy of the Ultron 35 1.7 seemed to me slightly sharper, so I will keep this, instead of changing to the half sized Ultron 35 2.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andreas, interesting about the click noise. My copy is silent at 0.7m. Hmm

@andreasd3346

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Maybe there is a series spread. I had a noise, in both directions, coupling and decoupling, with both copies. So I will maybe try a third one, maybe Version I, with the pin.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@andreasd3346 yes maybe try one more time, fingers crossed!

Great review but I'm having a hard time figuring out which 35 to get. I mainly use it for street and pics of people I do like the look of summicron but can't justify the money so which would you recommend between the 1.7 , the Ultron 2 and the apo

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

f2 no question.. Voigtlander :)

@jonfassnacht9309

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom the Ultron or Apo? I think they are both f2 right

Got a Nokton f1.4 MC on Sony A7, love it.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michel, yes great lens too!

Hey Matt! Any issues on your M film bodies with the close focus distance being closer than .7M? I've heard the M10 can couple all the way to .58 but wondering what you see on an m6/4/3/p? Any issues with that? Trying to decide between this and a zeiss 35 2.8...

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Hi yes the 0.7m MFD is a limitation of ALL M cameras, no exceptions. You can use lenses closer but have to guess the focus. (You can focus via live view on later digital Ms, just not M8/M9).

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Set the let you 0.7m and it’s no issue.

@karledwards

Жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Thanks for the reply! Did you mean "Set the lens to .7m?" That makes sense of course... My question was more about how the rangefinder behaves when you go closer than .7 on the lens? Is there any visual indication or does the patch just sit in the same place? Not the end of the world, of course... But thought I'd ask since you actually have the lens!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

@@karledwards the RF de-couples so stops moving at

@karledwards

Жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Makes sense... Not sure why it didn't click in my brain that the M10 could use liveview for closer focus. Must have been what that other video was talking about. :) Thanks for the reply!!

Hi Matt, thanks for the video! I recently bought the Nokton 35f1.4 version II, and thinking to sell that and switch to Ultron 35 f2.0. However, I'm not clear the optical difference between the 35f2.0 version 1 & 2. Can you give me a hint?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

3 ай бұрын

Hi, I've never owned the 1.4 v2 but I sold my 1.4 v1 and use the Ultron. I feel the Ultron is sharper.

Is like to know how do you compare this lens to the 35 1.4 MC mkII

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, similar size, should be sharper, better sunstars, less character, worse/ less bokeh

One small correction, the V2 Ultron is actually 210g while the V1 is 170g, due to the change to brass material in V2. Not easy to find this info online!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, there is lots on info online. It might depend on the version. My v2 is 100% lighter than the v1 I have/ 230g vs 244g approx.

@kubowich

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom he’s not referring to 1.7 as V1, that’s a completely different lens. V1 is the black/silver with focus stick, V2 is the one you review here

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@kubowich ah thanks. He means type I & II not version 1 & 2. Small detail but yes now I understand. Thanks

Is the Ultron 35/2 VM II doing justice to the M10 mono ? Or will it fall short of the sensor performance ?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

I use mine in the SL,CL,M240 & film. It easily beat the 35 Cron in my testing if that helps answer your question. The best 35s are APOs for resolution but for me this is the best all rounder.

Great review! I'd love to try this lens.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lucy! Great size for the CL. Mine is still in Germany so I couldn't test that combo.

@LucyS565

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom I was thinking the same combo! Thanks Matt!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@LucyS565 my CL is due home this week!

The first lens for my M240 was the Voigtlander 35mm 1.4 MC II Nokton Classic and has been my favorite since. How would this f2 Ultron compare to the 1.4 MC II? Thanks Matt...

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, similar size, should be sharper, better sunstars, less character, worse/ less bokeh

@mwales2112

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Thanks Matt...

@CaryZhao

2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps I can chime in here. I’ve had both lenses as well, and the Ultron is the better optically corrected lens (ASPH). You’ll get a more modern rendering and less aberration and distortion, and more consistent performance across the aperture range. Personally I haven’t regretted selling my Nokton1.4 MC II, but perhaps you may enjoy the character of the Nokton more. In terms of size and handling they are quite similar, the Ultron is slightly smaller but more dense due to the brass construction.

@mwales2112

2 жыл бұрын

@@CaryZhao I never shoot wide open and 90% of the time I'm at f5.6 and range focusing. I'm very happy with the Nokton and it's character. Thanks Cary..

Looks like a wonderful lens, but that's a steep price, especially for an amateur or enthusiast. I'm still trying to justify buying either the 23, 35 or 50 f2 Fuji prime for my X-T3. Great glass is a tough item for us hobby shooters! 🙂 Nice review...

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie, I think a Fuji shooter wrote that he had this and the Fuji 35mm but preferred this. You could look at the little Skopar for a cheaper option.

@charliejg

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Thanks for the suggestion! I'm hoping to find some good sales after Christmas. Have a great weekend!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@charliejg Good plan!

@JLStreetDoc

Жыл бұрын

I’m a year late to the party, but you can’t go wrong with the Fuji 35mm f2. I’m looking at this lens because I want manual focus.

I was lucky enough to pick up an M39 Leitz Elmar 35mm 3,5f made in 1941. I picked it up with a bunch of other little nicknacks for $100. Lucky. I picked up my first Leica because of that lens, just so I could have it mated to something.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! I have the early 35mm f3.5 Summaron which is similar

@jt4369

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom So I have the Barnack now and I'm trying to fall in love with it. It's a weighty machine. I'm used to the Rollei 35 for street photography. Even the OM1. Only time will tell.

Hi! Do you know, if there are any differences between the Version I and II of this lens? Thx.... Stephan

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Type I & II? Just the focus tab design. Same optics.

@stephanpaier9887

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Thx, Matt!

I actually still prefer my Leica Summarit 35mm f/2.4 ASPH over the old Summicron across the board, and think it's close to the new 'Cron at f/2.8 and above and doesn't have the dark corners like the Voigts do and even comes with a nice metal lens hood. It's my perfect walk-around lens on my M240.

@paulanderson24

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve the older version, the 2.5. Such an underrated lens and for me the summicron just isn’t worth the extra cash for the half stop light gain. It has more then enough DoF for me. I don’t like having super blurred backgrounds. Just because it’s the “cheap Leica” doesn’t make them a bad lens. Great to see someone else give this series some love

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick, the "workshop guy" I mentioned had a Summarit too. I said keep that and sell the Summicron. I like the Summarit lenses. My 50mm is excellent.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, I love my Summarit 50 despite owning the Cron and Lux. I bought it for a lightweight compact setup on my M3.

@paulanderson24

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom that’s a true testament to its quality. Do have you done a review of it? Would love to see it. They really are a great lens.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@paulanderson24 yes the 50 Summarit I have. See my Leica M playlist

Great review and nice small lens but I 'll stick with my summicron and my ultron 1.7 Next one would be the 28mm ultron :-)

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jerome, yes the 28mm is excellent!

Hey Matt, I just got the F1.7 version! In your F1.7 review you said that the lens is almost too sharp for female portraiture. Since you mentioned that this lens is sharper than the F1.7, did you experience a similar result? Thank you for your dedication to us photographers! i've been practicing "walking in the focus" with my 35mm F1.7 on my M6. I set the distance to 1.2M, focus, then I walk it into what I think will be 1 meter, turn the focus ring to 1M, and check the focus on the range finder. I think this should allow me to "guess the distance" when going from 0.7 to 0.5M. Does this sound like a reasonable approach to you?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Greg, I think the 1.7 is a bit more Distagon like, it’s sharper when it comes to portraits but in the little test the f2 was sharp. I use the f2 with models no issue and miss the 1.7 at times! Yes practice makes perfect!

Hi Matt! Does the ultron suffer from Focus-shift? I bought a Nokton 1.4 Series I which I had to return for this fault. It was unusable on a rangefinder…. But I would really lust for the Ultron, if it does not focus-shift…. Thx a lot, Stephan

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

5 ай бұрын

Hi Stephan, sorry to hear. Yes the Nokton is known for this. I don't think it's an issue with the Ultron. I've never noticed it but maybe watch a few other Ultron vids before buying just in case.

@stephanpaier9887

5 ай бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Thx a lot! 👏

Problem like many: Love the size and optics but the copy I got is unusable because the focus sticks going from near infinity to closer distances. I've had several Voigtlander's over the years, this is the first issue I've had but seeing as it seems so widespread I'm going to stick with the Zeiss Biogon even if it's slower.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that Colin. I've yet to experience this but the Biogon lenses are excellent too. Actually it's my 21? ..might be the 25 that has the build issues so it can happen to Zeiss too.

@happylinjun

Жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom I used a Zeiss 58mm f/2 in the 1970s and 1980s. Its optical properties are very good. But at that time, I encountered a problem that caused me a lot of trouble. This problem is just like following. In those days, when we were doing focusing operations, we would open the aperture to the maximum f/2. Turn the focus ring again to perform the focusing operation. After we finish focusing, and turn the aperture ring to narrow down the aperture to the aperture we need, such as f/5.6, or f/8. The problem lies here. When I turn the aperture ring to stop down the aperture, the focus ring turns with it. Just finished focusing work and totally ruined. Later, I never used Zeiss lenses again. I've also run into situations where I get stuck when switching from infinity focus to nearest focus. I'm asking for a solution online. Someone said, let me take the lens off the body. Apply pressure to the focus ring with your hand so that the focus ring can turn again. Then turn the focus ring for at least 30 minutes. Try putting the camera back in. I did. The situation has indeed improved.

Hey Matt, do you know how this would compare with the light lens lab 35mm f2 for M mount?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Yes as I have both. See the LLL video, I think I show a comparison.. or in the AI /vintage lens video before it. Ultron is sharper

@Nedumgottil

Жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom thanks, I will watch that again. I was not sure if the LTM and M version had different optics.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

@@Nedumgottil no same optics

Hi MATT, great video again, thank you, I ordered this lens but how do you manage the 0,58 m with a Leica MP ? not easy below 0,7m

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Hi Phil, thanks. Yes I still love mine. On film use it at 0.7m or you can guestimate closer distances.

@philunger8926

Жыл бұрын

thank you Matt, I will do so, and for portrait I do hesitate for another one, may be the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 2/35 asph. VM or the Voigtlander Nokton 1,2/35 or 50 asph. VM or Voigtlander 35mm 1.7 Ultron M ?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

@@philunger8926 1.2 for portraits is the best 👍🏻

@philunger8926

Жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom thank you Matt !!

How do you think it stacks up against the 35mm Summilux FLE?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Tough to say as i've not used that one but I would say at least as good in terms of sharpness but less wow factor, less shallow dof, not as good bokeh, not as good for portraits.. is my expectation. FLE should win.

confused between VM APO 35 F2 & NOKTON 35 F1.2 III for video & photography both

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Arun, 1.2 offers more but is larger. I'd go 1.2 for video. (See my 1 camera 1 lens series.. those are shot with the 35 f2 lens on the S5*)

@arunr4103

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom great information

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@arunr4103 thanks I try!

I'm wondering if it's available in LTM config.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

I wish!! The only LTM lens to be released in the last 20 years(ish) is the recent 40mm f2.8 Heliar. (See video)

Is there a significant difference between the version 1 and version 2 Voigtlander Ultron ?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Mostly size, I sold my v1 at a loss and got the v2 after this. v1 is still excellent and v.sharp but I love small.

How would you compare it to the Summicron 35mm f2?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

3 күн бұрын

Ultron is sharper, less flare. Summicron gives a softer artier look (older versions especially) See my 35mm Cron video

Hello, i just bought m240 together with this lense. May i know which lenses detection mode on m240 i need to use? Thanks!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Hi Amir, i don’t set lens profiles but you can select a Leica 35mm f2 lens. (Lens isn’t coded so won’t automatically select)

@amirfalahuddin6448

Жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom i see. Alright thanks Matt!

How is the vignette and comma of this lens compared to the f1.4? If one stops both down to f2.8, which is better?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Hi I didn't compare them directly. The f2 is a more corrected lens for sure so should perform "better" with less quirks. The 1.4 is nice for character for me.

@Baronic

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom thanks!

@Baronic

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom thanks!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@Baronic 👍🏻

Is this the sharpest lens (apart from lanthar apo) for shooting on film?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 ай бұрын

No, 35mm Zeiss Distagon is king but too big

@ameyadchule

2 ай бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom So in this size is this the sharpest?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 ай бұрын

@@ameyadchule of those I’ve used yes. It’s my choice though I use LLL 35/2 instead now as more character

@ameyadchule

2 ай бұрын

​@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Yes but thats almost double the price of ultron. I am pairing it with M6 and film can be a bit soft so was going for a sharper lens. (hope the logic is correct, haha) Thank you so much for responding!

Yes, I like it, sometimes even use it instead Fuji 35 f2 which is AF. The only complaint is that it is cumbersome to focus in portrait mode:) And the hood is expensive... Forgot to mention, continuous shooting sound on your Leica sucks :):) compared to Fuji X-T4

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Ha thanks Andrei! That was the SL sound :) ..yes hoods are expensive.

1:09 “for those of you who like leica-like lenses” should be the official ad slogan

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

haha thanks Lugen! :)

What are your thoughts on a m9

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Hi Joe, see my M9 video for my detailed thoughts.. some pros and cons.

Small really is beautiful

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!

Leica Summarit is also perfect for same reasons for street photography,but if you shoot film, f/2 is very important.Summilux f1.4 is much more expensive,bigger and less good for street photography (you can focus quicker witch Summicron and Summarite).Also Summarite is a little sharper but Summicron is better in every other aspect.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick, yes the workshop guy had both that you mention. I preferred the smaller Summarit of the 2 he had size wise.

Great review! if you come back to Tenerife let me know and we make a video for your channel and mine together if you want.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric, nice idea. I'm sure I will be back next year for some sun :)

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

..see the next video for more Tenerife images. I'm sure you will know the location in many of the images!

This one vs color skopar 35 2.5? help me :||

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

See end of vid.. if stop down, shoot film, like cheap, get Skopar. If want sharper, use wide open, can close focus with EVF (or shoot film) get Ultron. Ultron is better.

I'd agree if you said 35/1.4 Classic :D

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Ha thanks! I might be taking mine on my next trip actually.. I wanted a small fast 35mm to carry.

@KNURKonesur

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom then the Ultron is probably bar none :D but to me bokeh always trumps compactness :P

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@KNURKonesur it’s similar size to 1.4 just less bokeh! Both have their place :)

I’ve purchased two of these VM 35mm f2 Ultron II lenses and they both had the worst focusing imaginable. The focus would stick repeatedly going from infinity to MFD. Sent them both back and won’t ever buy the model again. Every other Voigtlander lens I’ve own didn’t have this problem. Apparently this particular lens design with the focusing tab is complete garbage. Samuel Streetlife said he had the same issue.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear Ba. I have the focus "stick" version and have had no issues.

@baerv3753

Жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom it’s just the type 2 with the tab that was the binding issue.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

@@baerv3753 ah ok, noted thanks

@ductritran8637

4 ай бұрын

For me the best 35mm f2 is the Leica Summicron 35mm f2 asph then the zeiss zm 35mm f2 . The Voigtlander 35mm f2 will be the last . These are used on my Leica M240 and M10 zeiss perform better .

discount code does not work?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, sorry to hear. I can ring them tomorrow if you are still stuck. Do you want to contact me via MrLeica.Com (it's not affiliated but I can try to help)

@martinzimelka

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Also tried the code and it doesn't work. Great video, thanks!

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@martinzimelka thanks and sorry to hear. I’ll ask them. It’s not affiliated so I don’t see if people use it.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@@martinzimelka hi the shop said please try now/ again and it should work.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

@mark temple hi the shop said please try now/ again and it should work (if not too late)

No way, Matt, no way. It's sharper than my Olympus OM G.Zuiko 35mm f/2.8 ? Maybe so, but I just haven't found that Voightlander adds character. I have the Voightlander 10.5mm f/0.95 and it's sharp, very sharp, but not interesting. I am in the process of figuring out if I like the Voightlander ultra wide-heliar 15mm f/4.5. Maybe it's what I find fascinating and vulnerable is single coated, vintage lenses. Time will tell, eh ?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike, the faster lenses have more quirks and character - Nokton 1.4s. The 15mm is a stellar performer (see that vid)

@mikechudzinski6629

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom Yes, Matt. The reason I bought my 15mm f/4.5, version I is because of your episode on the lens... It was intriguing... And I like intriguing, thanks..

A Leica stuff advertized as a universal camera truth.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Hi i'm not sure I fully understand but I like these little Voigtlander lenses on Leicas.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :D

OMG you didn't say "crazy" once during the video.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Ha thanks Nicho! Do I say that a lot? You know me better than I know myself! :)

no matter how good this lens is, I won't buy this lens because it has the shinny metal ring in the front, this is a big downside Voigtlander made.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Thanks John, just put a black 39mm step up ring on the front.

I will never buy anything from Voigtlander. It is not a manufacturer that can be taken seriously. The range of lenses is disconcertingly unstable, some models barely last six months and are replaced without reason by another model that is not necessarily better and often worse. It's the perpetual waltz of lens and versions that quickly become outdated, just in 35mm it's shambles and it's difficult to navigate. There was an excellent 35mm 1.7 Ultron that suddenly disappeared from circulation to be replaced by much lower quality models. Voigtlander puts outrageous marketing before the customer, for whom he obviously has a certain contempt. The prices have gotten high (not the quality) so you quickly end up with an outdated and expensive lens that isn't worth much after a few months. If you are looking for seriousness and durability, buy Zeiss ZM or Leica, brands that respect the customer.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Hektor, Voigtlander lenses do sometimes get dust inside but they have done wonders for the M lens line-up. They don't release lenses that often but do release new models. I had the great 1.7 but replaced with the smaller f2. Zeiss optics are excellent on the ZM models but build is terrible. I have a £1000 lens that i can barely turn (bought new - see my ZM videos). Leica hold the value the best by far but cost more to start with. I use all 3.

I do not understand a single word, are you speaking English?

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that. Some form of yes.

@MattOsborne-MrLeicaCom

2 жыл бұрын

..I have a written post coming out some on MrLeica.com if that is easier to understand.

@Stories_4_Everyone

Жыл бұрын

It is English and it's pretty simple and clear. A 10 year old could easily understand everything

@kiri1134

4 ай бұрын

I suppose Matt's accent is a Northern English accent. I like it very much ! Very easy to understand. And Matt is nice to look at ;)