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Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 VM Nokton II Aspherical Lens
Product Code: 9240016M
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The updated Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 VM Nokton II Aspherical Lens features a lighter design with improved weight distribution and an updated black filter ring, while rendering cinematic results as the previous model.
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Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 VM Nokton II Aspherical Lens Summary
The Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 VM Nokton II Aspherical Lens offers a classic field of view and high-speed performance in a beautifully engineered prime for full-frame Leica M-mount cameras. This updated version keeps the same optical formula as its predecessor but introduces internal structural changes that reduce weight and improve handling. It also features a black filter ring to match the updated design language across the fast Nokton lens range.
With its wide f/1.2 aperture, the 50mm Nokton II delivers shallow depth of field and pleasing bokeh, with a 12-blade diaphragm, which creates smooth, rounded background blur. The 50mm focal length is an extremely popular choice for subjects such as portraits, street, general photography and low-light, thanks to a natural field of view, which is close to human vision.
The lens optics comprise of 8 elements in 6 groups, including aspherical surfaces for edge-to-edge sharpness with minimal aberrations. Manual focus is precise and satisfying thanks to a high-precision rangefinder coupling and smooth focus ring. Made completely from metal, the Nokton II 50mm f/1.2 weighs just 322g and uses a standard 52mm filter thread. It’s compatible with the LH-14 reversible lens hood and LH-15 vintage-style hood (sold separately), completing a beautifully made next-gen. lens ideal for everyday photography.
Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 VM Nokton II Aspherical Key Features
- Fast f/1.2 maximum aperture for low-light and shallow depth of field
- 50mm focal length
- Optical design of 8 elements in 6 groups with aspherical elements
- 12-blade aperture diaphragm
- Precision manual focus with rangefinder coupling
- VM mount for Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras
- Durable all-metal design weighing 322g
- 52mm filter thread
- Updated with black filter ring and internal weight reduction
- Compatible with LH-14 and LH-15 lens hoods (sold separately)
Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 VM Nokton II Aspherical Lens in More Detail
Optical Quality
The Nokton 50mm f/1.2 II offers beautiful optical characteristics, balancing sharpness with a subtle, cinematic style. The aspherical elements maintain sharpness across the frame, while the 12-blade aperture contributes to natural, pleasing bokeh.
Design and Handling
This prime is a manual focus rangefinder lens, which is precisely assembled with a solid metal barrel and high-torque focus ring. The internal update improves weight distribution without reducing the lens’ rigidity or strength. Its bright aperture and compact form make it a versatile standard option for everyday photography.
Unified Design Across the Nokton Range
The updated generation of Nokton lenses (35mm, 40mm, and 50mm) shares a 52mm filter thread, a redesigned black filter ring, and support for the reversible LH-14 lens hood. The 40mm and 50mm versions are also compatible with the longer vintage-style LH-15 hood. These updates simplify accessories and create a more cohesive experience across the fast aperture range of lenses.
What’s in the box
- Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 VM Nokton II Aspherical Lens
- Front and rear lens caps
- Instruction manual
Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 VM Nokton II Aspherical Lens Specifications
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Focal Length |
50mm |
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Aperture Range |
f1.2 - f22 |
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Elements / Groups |
8 elements 6 groups |
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Angle of View |
47.5° |
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Aperture Blades |
12 |
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Focusing Range |
0.7m - ∞ |
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Range Finder Coupling |
0.7m - ∞ |
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Lens Type |
Standard |
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Lens Coverage |
Full Frame / 35mm |
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Lens Focus Mechanism |
Manual |
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Thread Size |
52mm |
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Compatible Lens Hood |
LH-14 and LH-15 (sold separately) |
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Colour |
Black |
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Dimensions |
63.3 x 50.4mm |
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Weight |
322g |
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
