Voigtlander 35mm F1.2 Nokton Aspherical E-Mount

Product Description

“NOKTON” is the name given to large-aperture lenses within the Voigtländer lineup that have a maximum aperture of F1.5 or lower.

When the first NOKTON was introduced in the 1950s, it was positioned as a lens that enabled photography even in low-light
conditions. In contrast, in today’s world where image sensors have become increasingly sensitive, the advantage of large-aperture lenses lies in the ability to utilize the pronounced bokeh created by opening the aperture as a photographic expression.

The NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical E-mount is F1.2 wide-angle lenses that combine a large F1.2 aperture with a compact size.

The optical design of the NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical E-mount consists of 7 groups and 9 elements, including two double-sided aspherical lenses based on the current VM-mount model, and is optimized for full-frame Sony E-mount sensors. Large-aperture lenses for mirrorless cameras tend to have an increasing number of optical elements due to the pursuit of performance, which in turn leads to larger dimensions and increased weight. In contrast, Voigtländer believes that offering the best balance between sufficient optical performance and portability in its interchangeable lenses creates a rich user experience.

The NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical E-mount lenses feature a compact size and a weight that makes them easy to handle, while also offering a large F1.2 aperture and beautiful bokeh thanks to their 12-blade diaphragm. With a minimum focusing distance of 0.3m, the close-focusing effect allows for even greater bokeh, further expanding the possibilities for shooting that makes the most of bokeh at wide-open aperture.

The NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical E-mount is equipped with electronic contacts, so the lens’s usage history is reflected in the EXIF data of your photos. It also features a built-in distance encoder, making it compatible with camera models equipped with 5-axis in-body image stabilization that uses distance-to-subject information for shift blur correction. It also allows for viewfinder magnification when operating the focus ring. The aperture ring features 1/3-stop clicks. For video recording, it is equipped with an aperture switching mechanism that allows the clicks to be disabled. The metal focus
ring features a diamond-pattern texture that provides excellent grip and ensures stability when attaching commercially available video focus gears.

Main Features
■ Combines a large F1.2 aperture with a compact design
■ For Sony E-mount
■ Optical design optimized for digital image sensors
■ All-metal barrel offering high rigidity and durability
■ Manual focus for precise focusing control
■ Full-frame image circle
■ Minimum focusing distance of 0.3 m
■ Communication capabilities via electronic contacts
■ Beautiful bokeh created by 12 aperture blades