This is a complete list of all the lenses available for the L-mount camera system.
The current brands involved with the L-Mount are Leica, Sigma, Panasonic, and DJI.
With the L-Mount cooperation, the different brands share their mount and lens protocols, and all the cameras should get the firmware to support any lens within the system. For example, Panasonic updates its firmware to properly communicate with Leica lenses. This is different than using a Sigma lens on a Sony body.
While all the lens companies share the lens protocols and firmware, they do not have identical sensor specifications. So, a Leica lens will likely perform slightly differently on a Panasonic body since Panasonic and Leica might be using a different micro-lens configuration with different cover glass. Since cover glass and the microlens specification are actually part of the optical formula, if a lens isn’t designed for the exact spec of the sensor, it could have a weaker IQ. But I’m sure all of these companies will continue to improve their sensor tech to maximize image quality, as we’ve seen with Sony and the M series of Leica cameras.
Also, keep in mind that the L mount, like the Sony mount, was originally an APS-C mount known as the T mount. So, the Leica T lenses will also work on the L mount.
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The L Mount Alliance
Leica L Mount Lenses
A complete list of Leica L lenses available for the L mount. Some of these lenses have optical image stabilization, and they are all-weather sealed. While the specifications of the lenses look similar to the Leica M lenses, they have very different optical formulas.
APO or apochromatic lenses are designed to reduce chromatic aberrations. Great for those who need a perfect image, but this takes more optics to achieve, and often more optics can reduce some of that classic micro-contrast look we see from older lenses with simpler designs.
| Lens Name | Description | Weather Sealed | IS | Format | Focal Length | Min. Focus | Elements | Aperture | Filters | Weight | Check Price | ||||
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| Prime L | prime, fx | no,yes | no,yes | ||||||||||||
| Leica Elmarit-TL 18 f2.8 ASPH | APS-C | https://geni.us/xHjhgF | Amazon | X | |||||||||||
| Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21mm f2 ASPH | The Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21mm f/2 ASPH Lens from Leica is a wide-angle lens with superb image quality. It is the first APO lens in the world at this focal length and joins the impressive line of APO-Summicron-SL lenses. It has Leica’s fast Dual Synchro Drive autofocus system and a bright f/2 aperture. This lens is ideal for various shooting situations such as landscape, interior, street, and architectural photography. | prime | yes | no | FF | 21 | 8.3" / 21 cm | 14/11 | Ø67mm | 1.7 lb / 789 g | https://geni.us/nF7m | Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica APO-Summicron 28mm f2 ASPH | The APO-Summicron-SL 28mm f/2 ASPH Lens from Leica is a flexible wide-angle lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a bright f/2 aperture that provides fast performance and a compact size. It is ideal for various shooting situations such as landscape, architecture, and everyday photography. It performs well in low-light conditions and has a high level of sharpness and clarity across the aperture and focusing ranges. The lens also has a close focusing distance of 9.4" and can create a shallow depth of field at f/2 with sharp subjects and blurred backgrounds. The lens has a Dual Synchro Drive AF Motor that is quick and quiet for both stills and video. The lens also has multi-layer coatings to reduce reflections, flare, and ghosting, and a water-repellent AquaDura coating to resist moisture and other elements. The lens is weather-sealed and has the same filter size as all APO-Summicron-SL lenses. | prime | yes | no | FF | 28 | 9.4" / 24 cm | 13/10 | Ø67mm | 24.7 oz / 700 g | https://geni.us/fojJ | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica Summilux 35mm f1.4 ASPH TL | prime | no | no | APS-C | 35 | 1.31' / 40 cm | 12/8 | Ø60mm | 15.1 oz / 428 g | -- | X | ||||
| Leica Summicron 35mm f2 ASPH | The Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH. Lens from Leica is a bright and sharp wide-angle lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a high-quality optical design with eleven elements in nine groups, including three aspherical elements that correct aberrations and distortions. It has a fast f/2 aperture that allows for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field control, and a quiet and precise autofocus system that works well for both stills and video. It is a versatile lens for various photography applications, and it is light and compact due to the lack of optical image stabilization. It is also durable and weather-resistant, with a metal body and weather-sealing. | prime | yes | no | FF | 35 | 9.45" / 24 cm | 11/9 | Ø67mm | 14.1 oz / 400 g | https://geni.us/JSozYc | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica APO-Summicron 35mm f2 ASPH | The Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH. is a versatile wide-angle lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a bright f/2 aperture that provides fast performance and a compact size. It is ideal for various shooting situations, especially in low-light conditions. The lens has a high-quality optical design with five aspherical elements and anomalous partial dispersion glass that correct aberrations and distortions. The lens also has multi-layer coatings that reduce reflections, flare, and ghosting. The lens has a fast and quiet autofocus system that works well for both stills and video. The lens is also durable and weather-resistant, with an AquaDura coating and seals. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 52.5mm equivalent focal length. | prime | yes | no | FF | 35 | 10.63" / 27 cm | 13/11 | Ø67mm | 26.46 oz / 750 g | https://geni.us/steauW | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica Summilux 50mm f1.4 ASPH | The Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens from Leica is a high-quality wide-angle prime for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a new design that takes advantage of the short flange distance and delivers sharp images from edge to edge, even at f/1.4. It also uses two aspherical elements and four anomalous partial dispersion elements to correct aberrations and distortions. The fast f/1.4 aperture allows for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field effects. The lens also has a multi-layer coating to reduce reflections, flare, and ghosting, and a weather-sealed design to resist dust and moisture. The lens has an internal focusing system with a non-rotating filter ring for precise use of various filters. The lens is also compatible with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 75mm equivalent focal length. | prime | yes | no | FF | 50 | 1.97' / 60 cm | 11/9 | Ø82mm | 2.34 lb / 1065 g | https://geni.us/8mWtfi | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica Summicron 50mm f2 ASPH | The Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH. Lens from Leica is a bright and sharp wide-angle lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a high-quality optical design with nine elements in eight groups, including three aspherical elements that correct aberrations and distortions. It has a fast f/2 aperture that allows for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field effects, and a quiet and precise autofocus system that works well for both stills and video. It is a versatile lens for various photography applications, and it is light and compact due to the lack of optical image stabilization. It is also durable and weather-resistant, with a metal body and weather-sealing. | prime | yes | no | FF | 50 | 17.7" / 45 cm | 9/8 | Ø67mm | 14.2 oz / 402 g | https://geni.us/TiEy | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica APO-Summicron 50mm f2 ASPH | The Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH. is a sharp and bright prime lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a classic normal-length field of view and a compact and lightweight design. It has a fast f/2 aperture that allows for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field effects. The lens has a high-quality optical design with three aspherical elements and anomalous partial dispersion glass that correct aberrations and distortions. The lens also has multi-layer coatings that reduce reflections, flare, and ghosting. The lens has a fast and quiet autofocus system that works well for both stills and video. The lens is also durable and weather-resistant, with an AquaDura coating and seals. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 75mm equivalent focal length. | prime | yes | no | FF | 50 | 1.15' / 35 cm | 12/10 | Ø67mm | 1.63 lb / 740 g | https://geni.us/vvmK3y2 | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica APO-Macro-Elmarit 60mm f2.8 ASPH TL | prime | no | no | APS-C | 60 | 6.3" / 16 cm | 10/9 | Ø60mm | 11.29 oz / 320 g | https://geni.us/KAgwr | Amazon | ||||
| Leica APO-Summicron 75mm f2 ASPH | The Leica APO-Summicron-SL 75mm f/2 ASPH. is a sharp and bright short telephoto lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a versatile focal length that is slightly longer than normal and a fast f/2 aperture that allows for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field effects. The lens has a high-quality optical design with one aspherical element and anomalous partial dispersion glass that correct aberrations and distortions. The lens also has multi-layer coatings that reduce reflections, flare, and ghosting. The lens has a fast and quiet autofocus system with a Dual Syncro Drive motor and a floating elements system that ensures consistent image quality. The lens is also durable and weather-resistant, with an AquaDura coating and seals. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 112.5mm equivalent focal length. | prime | yes | no | FF | 75 | 1.64' / 50 cm | 11/9 | Ø67mm | 1.58 lb / 720 g | https://geni.us/z3yv | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica APO-Summicron 90mm f2 ASPH | The Leica APO-Summicron-SL 90mm f/2 ASPH. is a sharp and bright short telephoto lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a versatile focal length that is ideal for portraits and isolating subjects. The lens has a high-quality optical design with one aspherical element and anomalous partial dispersion glass that correct aberrations and distortions. The lens also has multi-layer coatings that reduce reflections, flare, and ghosting. The lens has a fast f/2 aperture that allows for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field effects, and a fast and quiet autofocus system with a Dual Syncro Drive motor and a floating elements system that ensures consistent image quality. The lens is also durable and weather-resistant, with an AquaDura coating and seals. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 135mm equivalent focal length. | prime | yes | no | FF | 90 | 1.97' / 60 cm | 11/9 | Ø67mm | 1.54 lb / 700 g | https://geni.us/8hPPdO | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
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| Leica Super Vario Elmar 11-23mm f3.5-4.5 TL | APS-C | https://geni.us/Fkra | Amazon | X | |||||||||||
| Leica Super Vario Elmar 16-35mm f3.5-4.5 ASPH | The Super-Vario-Elmar-SL 16-35mm f/3.5-4.5 ASPH. from Leica is a flexible wide-angle zoom lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It is ideal for various shooting scenarios such as landscape, architecture, and group portraits. It has a high-quality optical design with two aspherical elements and three low dispersion elements that correct aberrations and distortions. It also has multi-layer coatings that reduce reflections, flare, and ghosting. The lens has a fast and quiet autofocus system with a stepping motor and a manual focus option. The lens also has a floating elements system and an internal focusing system that ensure consistent image quality. The lens is also durable and weather-resistant, with an AquaDura coating and seals. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 24-52.5mm equivalent focal length range. | zoom | yes | no | FF | 16-35 | 9.84" / 25 cm | 18/12 | Ø82mm | 2.18 lb / 990 g | https://geni.us/aXZw3M | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica Vario Elmar-T 18-56mm f3.5-5.6 ASPH TL | zoom | APS-C | 1' / 0.3 m | 10/7 | Ø52mm | 9 oz / 255 g | -- | X | |||||||
| Leica Vario Elmarit 24-70mm f2.8 ASPH | The Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. Lens from Leica is a flexible wide-angle zoom lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It covers a popular and versatile range of focal lengths and delivers excellent sharpness at any aperture and focus distance. It also uses three aspherical elements to correct aberrations and distortions. The lens has a fast f/2.8 aperture that allows for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field effects, and a quiet and precise autofocus system that works well for both stills and video. It is a versatile lens for various photography applications, and it is light and compact due to the lack of optical image stabilization. It is also durable and weather-resistant, with a metal body and weather-sealing. | zoom | yes | no | FF | 24-70 | 7.1" / 18 cm | 19/15 | Ø82mm | 1.9 lb / 856 g | https://geni.us/jTlEJt | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica Vario Elmarit 24-90mm f2.8-4 | The Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. is a fast and versatile standard zoom lens from Leica for full-frame L mount mirrorless cameras. It covers a wide-angle to portrait-length range and has a lens construction of 18 elements in 15 groups. It features four aspherical elements, nine rounded diaphragm blades, and 11 anomalous partial dispersion elements that reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions and enhance image sharpness and clarity. The f/2.8-4 aperture allows for working in various lighting conditions and achieving shallow depth of field effects. The lens performs consistently at any focal length and focusing distance, making it suitable for almost any photographic situation.The lens also has an effective Optical Image Stabilization system that reduces camera shake and improves handheld shooting in low-light conditions. The autofocus motor is silent and precise and works well for both stills and video. The internal focusing mechanism speeds up the overall performance and prevents the front 82mm filter ring from rotating, which is convenient for using circular polarizing or graduated filters. The lens has Leica’s AquaDura coating on the front and rear elements to protect them from moisture and smudging. The lens is also dust and water-resistant, so it can be used in harsh environments. | zoom | yes | yes | FF | 24-90 | 11.81" / 30 cm | 18/15 | Ø82mm | 2.51 lb / 1140 g | https://geni.us/45aYz0l | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica APO Vario Elmarit SL 90-280mm f2.8-4 | The APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens from Leica is a telephoto zoom lens with an apochromatic design for full-frame and APS-C-sized L-mount mirrorless cameras. It has a complex optical design of 23 elements in 17 groups, with seven anomalous partial dispersion elements that minimize chromatic aberrations and fringing and ensure faithful color accuracy. The f/2.8-4 aperture allows for working in different lighting conditions and controlling the focus position for shallow depth of field effects. The lens is a high-performing tele zoom that covers a wide range of focal lengths and delivers consistently high clarity and sharpness throughout the zoom range.The lens also has a fast performance due to internal focusing and zooming. The optical design has seven moving groups, with two focusing elements driven by linear stepping motors, that speed up the focusing accuracy and speed for both zooming and focus. The lens also has an optical image stabilization system that reduces camera shake by up to 3.5 stops and enables sharper handheld shooting in low-light conditions. The lens comes with a removable rotating tripod collar that improves stability and allows for easy switching between horizontal and vertical orientations. The lens also has Leica’s AquaDura coating on the front and rear elements to protect them from moisture and smudging, and a dust and water-resistant design to withstand harsh conditions. | zoom | yes | yes | FF | 90-280 | 1.97' / 60 cm | 23/17 | Ø82mm | 4.08 lb / 1.85 kg | https://geni.us/nd4tht | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |||
| Leica Vario Elmar SL 100-400mm f5-6.3 | The APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens from Leica is a telephoto zoom lens with an apochromatic design for full-frame and APS-C-sized L-mount mirrorless cameras. It has a complex optical design of 23 elements in 17 groups, with seven anomalous partial dispersion elements that minimize chromatic aberrations and fringing and ensure faithful color accuracy. The f/2.8-4 aperture allows for working in different lighting conditions and controlling the focus position for shallow depth of field effects. The lens is a high-performing tele zoom that covers a wide range of focal lengths and delivers consistently high clarity and sharpness throughout the zoom range.The lens also has a fast performance due to internal focusing and zooming. The optical design has seven moving groups, with two focusing elements driven by linear stepping motors, that speed up the focusing accuracy and speed for both zooming and focus. The lens also has an optical image stabilization system that reduces camera shake by up to 3.5 stops and enables sharper handheld shooting in low-light conditions. The lens comes with a removable rotating tripod collar that improves stability and allows for easy switching between horizontal and vertical orientations. The lens also has Leica’s AquaDura coating on the front and rear elements to protect them from moisture and smudging, and a dust and water-resistant design to withstand harsh conditions. | zoom | yes | yes | FF | 100-400 | 3.6' / 1.1 m | 22/16 | Ø82mm | 3.26 lb / 1.48 kg | https://geni.us/1Onba | Amazon / Adorama / B&H |
Panasonic L Mount Lenses
The Panasonic L mount lenses, like the Leica lenses, are also weather-sealed, and some include optical image stabilization.
| Lens Name | Description | Weather Sealed | IS | Focal Length | Min. Focus | Elements | Aperture | Filters | Weight | Check Price | |||||
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| Prime L | prime, fx | no,yes | no,yes | no,yes | |||||||||||
| Panasonic S 18mm f1.8 | The Panasonic Lumix S 18mm f/1.8 lens is designed with a fast f/1.8 aperture that allows you to create artistic effects, such as shallow depth of field and smooth bokeh, as well as shoot in low-light situations. The lens also features a high-quality optical design that consists of thirteen elements in twelve groups, including three aspherical elements, three extra-low dispersion elements, one ultra extra-low dispersion element, and one ultra-high refractive index element. These elements work together to minimize chromatic aberration and color fringing, resulting in clear and accurate images across the frame. The lens also offers an ultra-wide angle of view that is ideal for capturing landscapes, astrophotography, and architectural shots with a wide perspective and a sense of depth. You can also use the lens for close-up shots, as it has a minimum focusing distance of about 7 inches. The Panasonic Lumix S 18mm f/1.8 lens is a versatile and high-performance lens that will help you capture amazing wide-angle shots with your camera. | prime | yes | no | no | 18 | 27 | 7.1" / 18 cm | 13/12 | 9R | Ø67mm | 12 oz / 340 g | https://geni.us/Np4C | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 24mm f1.8 | The Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8 lens is designed with a high-quality optical design that consists of twelve elements in eleven groups, including three aspherical elements, three extra-low dispersion elements, and one ultra extra-low dispersion element. These elements work together to minimize chromatic aberration and color fringing, resulting in clear and accurate images across the frame. The lens also features a fast f/1.8 aperture that allows you to create beautiful bokeh and isolate your subject from the background, as well as shoot in low-light situations. The lens is also great for video recording, as it supports 4K resolution and has a linear autofocus motor that ensures smooth, precise, and quiet focusing without focus breathing. The Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8 lens is a versatile and high-performance lens that will help you capture amazing stills and videos with your camera. | prime | yes | no | no | 24 | 36 | 9.4" / 24 cm | 12/11 | 9R | Ø67mm | 10.9 oz / 310 g | https://geni.us/B316B | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 26mm f8 | The Lumix S 26mm f/8 Lens from Panasonic is perfect for on-the-go photography with full-frame cameras. It's thin, lightweight, and weighs just 2 oz. With a fixed f/8 aperture, manual focus, and an 80-degree viewing angle, this lens helps you focus on composition while capturing high-resolution images. Its flat design makes it easy to slip into your pocket for your next adventure. | prime | no | no | no | 26 | 39 | 9.8" / 24.9 cm | 5/5 | 2 oz / 58 g | Adorama / B&H | ||||
| Panasonic S 35mm f1.8 | The Panasonic S 35mm f/1.8 lens is designed for the modern content creator who wants to record beautiful 4K video with smooth exposure changes and minimal focus breathing, which is the unwanted change in focal length when adjusting focus. You can also use the f/1.8 aperture to create artistic effects, such as shallow depth of field and smooth bokeh. The lens features a high-quality optical design that ensures sharp and detailed images across the frame, thanks to the three aspherical lenses and three extra-low dispersion lenses that minimize chromatic aberration and color fringing. The lens is also built to last, with a dust-, moisture-, and freeze-resistant design that protects it from harsh weather conditions. The Lumix S 35mm f/1.8 lens is a great choice for anyone who wants to capture amazing stills and videos with their camera. | prime | yes | no | no | 35 | 52.5 | 0.79' / 0.24m | 11/9 | 9R | Ø67mm | 10.4 oz / 295g | https://geni.us/nLl9XAm | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S Pro 50mm f1.4 | The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4 delivers stunning image quality with its fast and bright f/1.4 aperture, which lets you capture amazing shots in dim light and create beautiful background blur. The lens also features a sophisticated optical design with two aspherical and three extra-low dispersion elements, which minimize distortion and color fringing for sharp and clear results. To ensure fast and accurate autofocus, the lens uses a dual focus system that combines a linear motor and a stepping motor. The lens also has a smooth and rounded 11-blade diaphragm that creates pleasing bokeh effects. And to top it all off, the lens is weather-sealed to withstand harsh environments. The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4 is a versatile and reliable lens that can handle any situation with ease. | prime | yes | no | yes | 50 | 75 | 1.44' / 44 cm | 13/11 | 11R | Ø67mm | 2.1 lb / 955 g | https://geni.us/xp7BcWB | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 50mm f1.8 | The Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 is a versatile and durable lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a 50mm focal length that is perfect for capturing portraits, landscapes, and anything in between. It also has a f/1.8 aperture that lets you create beautiful bokeh and isolate your subjects. The lens has an extra-low dispersion element and an ultra-high refractive index element that enhance the image quality and reduce color errors. The lens is also very sharp and has a linear autofocus motor that is fast, accurate, and quiet. The lens is built to withstand harsh weather and has a dust-, moisture-, and freeze-resistant design. The Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 is a compact and sleek lens that can handle any situation. | prime | yes | no | no | 50 | 75 | 1.48' / 45.11 cm | 9/8 | 9R | Ø67mm | 10.6 oz / 300 g | https://geni.us/J0Zs3 | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 85mm f1.8 | The Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 is a small and fast lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has an 85mm focal length that is great for portraits and selective shots. It also has a f/1.8 aperture that lets you control the depth of field and keep the lens size small. The lens has two extra-low dispersion elements that improve the image quality and color accuracy. The lens also has a linear AF motor that is quick and precise, and a weather-resistant design that is durable and reliable. The Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 is a handy and high-quality lens for any situation. | prime | yes | no | no | 85 | 127.5 | 2.6' / 80 cm | 9/8 | 9R | Ø67mm | 12.5 oz / 355 g | https://geni.us/5Zzc | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 100mm f2.8 | The Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens it's a compact powerhouse made for full-frame L-mount mirrorless cameras. Perfect for snapping portraits and detailed close-ups with a unique perspective. Panasonic uses their dual phase linear motor system for fast autofocus. It's super lightweight at just 10.5 oz, perfect for your travel adventures. The lens's construction featuring three aspherical elements, works hard to minimize chromatic and spherical aberrations. | prime | yes | no | no | 100 | 150 | 8" / 204 mm | 13/11 | 9R | Ø67mm | 10.5 oz / 298 g | https://geni.us/xBfi | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
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| Panasonic S 14-28mm f4-5.6 MACRO | The Panasonic Lumix 14-28mm f/4-5.6 MACRO Lens is a flexible wide-angle lens that can capture everything from landscapes and cityscapes to street scenes and architecture. The compact ultra-wide-angle zoom lens is designed for full-frame Leica L-mount mirrorless cameras. It lets you get close to your subjects with a minimum focusing distance of just 5.9" throughout the zoom range. It also has a micro-step aperture control for smooth exposure change and professional quality video. The advanced optical design is optimized for video and reduces focus breathing when changing focal lengths. The lens has one aspherical ED element, one aspherical element, three ED elements, and one UHR element to enhance the image quality and clarity. The lens is also dust and splash-resistant for use in harsh environments, and has a fluorine coating on the front lens element to prevent dust, dirt, and smearing. The rounded seven-blade diaphragm creates a pleasing bokeh effect. | zoom | yes | no | no | 14-28 | 21-42 | 5.9" / 15 cm | 14/10 | 7R | Ø77mm | 12.2 oz / 345 g | https://geni.us/4jeGlm | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S Pro 16-35mm f4 | The Lumix S PRO 16-35mm f/4 from Panasonic is a versatile wide-angle zoom lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a constant f/4 aperture that provides even lighting across the zoom range. It also has a series of aspherical, low dispersion, and high refractive index elements that correct various optical flaws and ensure sharp and clear images. The lens has a unique double-magnet linear motor autofocus system that is fast, accurate, and compact. It also has a focus clutch mechanism that lets you switch between AF and MF quickly. The lens is weather-sealed and can withstand extreme temperatures down to -14°F. The lens also has a rounded nine-blade diaphragm that creates beautiful bokeh effects. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 24-52.5mm equivalent focal length range. | zoom | yes | no | yes | 16-35 | 24-52.5 | 9.84" / 25 cm | 12/9 | 9R | Ø77mm | 1.1 lb / 500 g | https://geni.us/IYTgA | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 18-40mm f/4.5-6/3 | zoom | no | no | B&H | |||||||||||
| Panasonic S 20-60mm f3.5-5.6 | The Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 is a flexible and compact lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It covers a wide range of focal lengths from ultra-wide to short portrait, and has a close focusing ability with a 0.43x magnification for near-macro shots. The lens has a series of aspherical, high refractive index, and low dispersion elements that correct various optical flaws and ensure sharp and clear images. The lens also has a fluorine coating on the front element to make it easy to clean and a weather-sealed design to withstand harsh conditions. The lens has a stepping AF motor that is fast, precise, and silent, and an AF/MF switch for quick focus mode changes. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 30-90mm equivalent focal length range. | zoom | yes | no | no | 20-60 | 30-90 | 5.91" / 15 cm | 11/9 | 9R | Ø67mm | 12.35 oz / 350 g | https://geni.us/35222AX | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S Pro 24-70mm f2.8 | The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 24-70mm f/2.8 is a fast and versatile lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It covers a wide-angle to short-telephoto range and has a constant f/2.8 aperture that provides even lighting and depth of field control. The lens has a sophisticated optical design with three aspherical and one ultra-high refractive index elements that correct distortion and spherical aberration, and four extra-low dispersion elements that improve clarity and color accuracy. The lens also has a double focus system with a linear motor and a stepping motor that offers fast, precise, and quiet autofocus, and a manual focus clutch that lets you switch between AF and MF easily. The lens is weather-sealed and can handle extreme temperatures down to -14°F. The lens also has a rounded 11-blade diaphragm that creates beautiful bokeh effects. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 36-105mm equivalent focal length range. | zoom | yes | no | yes | 24-75 | 36-112.5 | 1.21' / 37 cm | 18/16 | 11R | Ø82mm | 2.06 lb / 935 g | https://geni.us/SjyNexE | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 24-105mm f4 | The Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S. from Panasonic is a versatile zoom lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It has a wide-angle to short-telephoto range and a constant f/4 aperture that provides even lighting and depth of field control. The lens has a series of low dispersion and aspherical elements that correct various optical flaws and ensure sharp and clear images. The lens also has a macro feature that allows you to get close to your subjects with a 1:2 magnification ratio and a 11.8" focusing distance. The lens has an Optical Image Stabilizer that reduces camera shake and supports 5-Axis Dual I.S. 2 for more stability. The lens has an AF/MF switch and a zoom lock switch for easy focus and zoom control. The lens is weather-sealed and can handle extreme temperatures down to -14°F. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 36-157.5mm equivalent focal length range. | zoom | yes | no | no | 25-105 | 37.5-157.5 | 11.81" / 30 cm | 16/13 | 9R | Ø77mm | 1.5 lb / 680 g | https://geni.us/wJ6ZFZy | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS | The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f/4-7.1 MACRO O.I.S. Lens offers an impressive zoom range while maintaining exceptional portability. Designed for full-frame L-mount mirrorless cameras, this lens is a remarkable addition to the S-series lineup. Its wide-to-tele focal length range allows you to effortlessly capture both portraits and landscapes, eliminating the need for multiple lenses. | zoom | yes | yes | no | 28-200 | 42-300 | 5.5" / 14 cm | 17/13 | 9R | Ø67mm | 14.6 oz / 413 g | https://geni.us/J7SaBTu | Amazon / B&H | |
| Panasonic S Pro 70-200mm f2.8 | The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 O.I.S. is a fast and versatile telephoto zoom lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It is ideal for events, portraits, and other subjects that require a long reach. It has a bright f/2.8 aperture that provides even lighting and depth of field control throughout the zoom range. The lens has a high-quality optical design with several low dispersion and aspherical elements that reduce aberrations and improve sharpness and clarity. The lens also has a fast and precise autofocus system that uses both a linear motor and a stepping motor, and a focus clutch that lets you switch between AF and MF quickly. The lens also has an optical image stabilizer that reduces camera shake and a weather-sealed design that can handle harsh conditions. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 105-300mm equivalent focal length range. The lens also has a focus breathing suppression feature that makes it suitable for video recording. | zoom | yes | yes | yes | 70-200 | 105-300 | 3.12' / 95 cm | 22/17 | 11R | Ø82mm | 3.45 lb / 1570 g | https://geni.us/zmywx | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 70-200mm f4 OIS | The Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/4 O.I.S. from Panasonic is a fast and versatile telephoto zoom lens for L-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. It covers a popular range of focal lengths and has a constant f/4 aperture that provides even lighting and depth of field control throughout the zoom range. The lens has a high-quality optical design with several low dispersion and aspherical elements that reduce aberrations and improve sharpness and clarity. The lens also has a fast and precise autofocus system that uses both a linear motor and a stepping motor, and an optical image stabilizer that reduces camera shake and supports the Dual I.S. functions for more stability. The lens is weather-sealed and durable for use in harsh conditions and has a rounded nine-blade diaphragm that creates beautiful bokeh effects. The lens can also be used with APS-C cameras, where it offers a 105-300mm equivalent focal length range. | zoom | yes | yes | no | 70-200 | 105-300 | 3.02' / 92 cm | 23/17 | 9R | Ø77mm | 2.2 lb / 985 g | https://geni.us/3AHH8A | Amazon / Adorama / B&H | |
| Panasonic S 70-300 f4.5-5.6 Macro OIS | The Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is a flexible telephoto zoom lens for L-mount full-frame cameras. It lets you capture stunning macro photos and videos of any subject, from sports and action to wildlife and nature. This lens has a powerful image stabilization system that reduces shake and allows you to use slower shutter speeds. It also has a fast and accurate tracking system that detects the zoom position and controls the wobbling at 240 Hz. This lens has a smooth and quiet focus system that minimizes focus breathing for video recording. The lens is also durable and weather-resistant for outdoor use. This lens has a 0.50x macro feature at 300mm that gives you high-resolution close-up shots. The lens also has a zoom lock switch for convenience. | zoom | yes | yes | no | 70-300 | 105-450 | 1.8' / 54 cm | 17/11 | 11R | Ø77mm | 1.7 lb / 790 g | https://geni.us/B3sO09b | Amazon / Adorama / B&H |
Sigma L Mount Lenses
Sigma is a family-owned company out of Japan that is also part of the L mount system, and they even have a few L bodies. Sigma brings a lot to the table and offers a ton of lenses that are well-received and loved by the photographic community. Remember that most Sigma lenses typically use a lot of elements and won’t produce that classic high micro-contrast look. On the flip side, you get lenses that are optically wonderful when it comes to image quality. If you’re shooting under strobes, you can get much of the micro-contrast back since it’s mostly an issue with the coherency of the photons hitting the sensor.
| Sigma L Mount Lenses | AF | Format | Focal Length | 1.5x 35mm Equiv | Min. Focus | Elements | Iris | Filters | Weight | Check Prices | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Lenses - DSLR Design | photo | no, yes | no, yes | FF/APS-C | ||||||||
| Sigma L 14mm f1.8 DG HSM Art | photo | no | yes | FF | 18 | 27 | 10.63" / 27 cm | 16/11 | 9R | -- | 2.6 lb / 1170 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 20mm f1.4 DG HSM Art | photo | no | yes | FF | 20 | 30 | 10.9" / 27.69 cm | 15/11 | 9R | -- | 2.1 lb / 950 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 24mm f1.4 DG HSM Art Disc | photo | no | yes | FF | 24 | 36 | 9.84" / 25 cm | 15/11 | 9R | Ø77mm | 1.46 lb / 665 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 28mm f1.4 DG HSM Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 28 | 42 | 11.02" / 28 cm | 17/12 | 9R | Ø77mm | 32.6 oz / 925g | B&H |
| Sigma L 40mm f1.4 DG HSM Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 40 | 60 | 1.31' / 40 cm | 16/12 | 9R | Ø82mm | 2.6 lb / 1.2 kg | B&H |
| Sigma L 50mm f1.4 DG HSM Art | photo | no | yes | FF | 50 | 75 | 1.31' / 40 cm | 13/8 | 9R | Ø77mm | 1.79 lb / 815 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 70mm f2.8 DG Macro Art | photo | no | yes | FF | 70 | 105 | 10.16" / 25.8 cm | 13/10 | 9R | Ø49mm | 20.1 oz / 570g | B&H |
| Sigma L 105mm f1.4 DG HSM Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 105 | 157.5 | 3.28' / 1 m | 17/12 | 9R | Ø105mm | 3.62 lb / 1.64 kg | B&H |
| Sigma L 135mm f1.8 DG HSM Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 135 | 202.5 | 2.87' / 87.5 cm | 13/10 | 9R | Ø82mm | 2.5 lb / 1130 g | B&H |
| Mirrorless Design | photo | no, yes | no, yes | FF/APS-C | ||||||||
| Sigma L 14mm f1.4 DG DN Art | photo | no | yes | FF | 14 | 21 | 11.8" / 30 cm | 19/15 | 11R | rear | 41.3 oz / 1170 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 15mm f1.4 Fisheye DG DN Art | photo | no | yes | FF | 15 | 22.5 | 15.2" / 38.5 cm | 21/15 | 11R | no | 48 oz / 1.4 kg | B&H |
| Sigma L 16mm f1.4 DC DN | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 16 | 24 | 9.8" / 25 cm | 16/13 | 9R | Ø67mm | 14.29 oz / 405 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 17mm f4 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 17 | 25.5 | 4.7" / 12 cm | 9/8 | 7R | Ø55mm | 7.8 oz / 220 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 20mm f1.4 DG DN Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 20 | 30 | 9.1" / 23 cm | 17/15 | 11R | Ø82mm | 22.2 oz / 630 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 20mm f2 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 20 | 30 | 8.7" / 22 cm | 13/11 | 9R | Ø62mm | 13.1 oz / 370 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 23mm f1.4 DC DN C | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 23 | 34.5 | 9.8" / 25 cm | 13/10 | 9 | Ø52mm | 11.6 oz / 330 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 24mm f1.4 DG DN Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 24 | 36 | 9.8" / 25 cm | 17/14 | 11 | Ø72mm | 18 oz / 510 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 24mm f2 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 24 | 36 | 9.7" / 24.5cm | 13/11 | 9R | Ø62mm | 12.7 oz / 360g | B&H |
| Sigma L 24mm f3.5 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 24 | 36 | 4.3" / 10.8 cm | 10/8 | 7R | Ø55mm | 8.1 oz / 230 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 30mm f1.4 DC DN | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 30 | 45 | 11.81" / 30 cm | 9/7 | 9R | Ø52mm | 9.35 oz / 265 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 35mm f1.2 DG DN Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 35 | 52.5 | 11.81" / 30 cm | 17/12 | 11R | Ø82mm | 38.45 oz / 1090 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 35mm f1.4 DG DN Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 35 | 52.5 | 11.8" / 30 cm | 15/11 | 11R | Ø67mm | 22.6 oz / 640 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 35mm f2 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 35 | 52.5 | 10.6" / 27 cm | 10/9 | 9R | Ø58mm | 11.5 oz / 325 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 45mm f2.8 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 45 | 67.5 | 9.45" / 24 cm | 8/7 | 7R | Ø55mm | 7.58 oz / 215 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 50mm f1.4 DG DN | photo | yes | yes | FF | 50 | 75 | 17.7" / 45 cm | 14/11 | 11R | Ø72mm | 23.3 oz / 660 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 50mm f2 DG DN | photo | yes | yes | FF | 50 | 75 | 17.7" / 45 cm | 11/9 | 9R | Ø58mm | 12.2 oz / 345 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 56mm f1.4 DC DN | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 56 | 84 | 1.64' / 50 cm | 10/6 | 9R | Ø55mm | 9.88 oz / 280 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 65mm f2 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 65 | 97.5 | 1.8' / 55 cm | 12/9 | 9R | Ø62mm | 14.3 oz / 405 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 85mm f1.4 DG DN Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 85 | 127.5 | 2.79' / 85 cm | 15/11 | 11R | Ø77mm | 1.38 lb / 625 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 90mm f2.8 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 90 | 135 | 1.6' / 50 cm | 11/10 | 9R | Ø55mm | 10.4 oz / 295 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 105mm f2.8 DG DN Macro | photo | yes | yes | FF | 105 | 157.5 | 11.6" / 29.5 cm | 12/7 | 9R | Ø62mm | 1.6 lb / 710 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 500mm f5.6 DG DN OS | photo | yes | yes | FF | 500 | 750 | 10.5' / 320 cm | 20/14 | 11 | Ø95mm | 48.3 oz / 1.4 kg | B&H |
| Zoom Lenses | photo | no, yes | no, yes | FF/APS-C | ||||||||
| Sigma L 10-18mm f2.8 DC DN | photo | yes | yes | APS-C | 10-18 | 15-27 | 4.6" / 11.7 cm | 13/10 | 7R | Ø67mm | 9 oz / 255 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 14-24mm f2.8 DG DN Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 12-24 | 21-36 | 11" / 27.94 cm | 18/13 | 11R | rear | 28.04 oz / 795 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 16-28mm f2.8 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 16-28 | 24-42 | 9.8" / 25 cm | 16/11 | 9R | Ø72mm | 15.9 oz / 450 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 DC OS | photo | yes | yes | APS-C | 16-300 | 24-450 | 6.7" / 17 cm | 20/14 | 9R | Ø67mm | 21.7 oz / 615 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 18-50mm f2.8 DC DN | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 18-50 | 27-75 | 4.8" / 12.1 cm | 13/10 | 7R | Ø55mm | 10.2 oz / 290 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 28-45mm f1.8 DG DN Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 28-45 | 42-67.5 | 11.9" / 30.2 cm | 18/15 | 11R | Ø82mm | 2.1 lb / 950 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 24-70mm f2.8 DG DN Art | photo | yes | yes | FF | 24-70 | 36-105 | 7.09" / 18 cm | 19/15 | 11R | Ø82mm | 1.84 lb / 835 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 28-70mm f2.8 DG DN | photo | no | yes | FF | 28-70 | 42-105 | 7.5" / 19 cm | 16/12 | 9R | Ø67mm | 16.6 oz / 470 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 28-105mm f2.8 DG DN Art | photo | no | yes | FF | 28-105 | 42-157.5 | 15.8" / 40.1 cm | 19/13 | 12R | Ø82mm | 2.2 lb / 990 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 70-200mm f2.8 DG DN OS | photo | yes | yes | FF | 70-200 | 105-300 | 25.6" / 65 cm | 20/15 | 11R | Ø77mm | 3 lb / 1345 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 60-600mm f4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | photo | no | yes | FF | 60-600 | 90-900 | 17.7" / 45 cm | 27/19 | 9R | Ø105mm | 88 oz / 2.5 kg | B&H |
| Sigma L 100-400mm f5-6.3 DG DN OS | photo | no | yes | FF | 100-400 | 150-600 | 3.61' / 1.1 m | 22/16 | 9R | Ø67mm | 2.5 lb / 1135 g | B&H |
| Sigma L 150-600mm f5-6.3 DG DN OS | photo | yes | yes | FF | 150-600 | 225-900 | 22.8" / 58 cm | 25/15 | 9R | Ø95mm | 74.1 oz / 2.1 kg | B&H |
| Sigma L 28-45mm T2.0 | cine | yes | no | FF | 28-45 | 42-67.5 | 0.0" / 0.3 mm | -- | 11R | Ø82mm | 2.76 lb / 1.25 kg | https://bhpho.to/483Ym8b |
Note On Adapting M Lenses
A lot of Leica M shooters buy into the L system, thinking their classic M lenses will perform best on the L bodies because they are the same brand. This is just speculation and something I worry about since the L sensor typically will have fairly aggressive microlens and thicker cover glass compared to M bodies to compensate for the small mount and closer flange distance. The Leica M system also has a small mount, but they have experimented with a few different configurations of cover glass and microlens design. Currently, the M11 has the thinnest coverglass of any camera system to date, which should improve lens support.
Although I haven’t tested this, I would assume M lenses could possibly perform less than optimal on some of the L bodies, as we see on the Sony bodies with more aggressive microlens configurations. It’s difficult to find good information on this, so it’s just speculation. I have read before that Leica has tuned its L sensors to improve M lens performance, but that’s not necessarily the case with Panasonic L or Sigma L bodies. This is something to just keep in mind and to do more research on when looking for a system for adapting lenses. Also, every sensor has a different design so this is always changing.
American Lenses
Lensbaby Lenses
Lens Baby, one of the few American companies, is known for their special effects lenses. They now offer many of their lenses in the L mount.
| Lens Name | Sensor | Elements | Iris | Filters | L Links | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lensbaby Sol 22mm f3.5 | photo | no | no | MFT | 3/2 | 2 | Ø46mm | ||
| Lensbaby Velvet 28mm f2.5 1:2 Macro | photo | no | no | FF | 8/7 | 12 | Ø67mm | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Trio 28mm f3.5 | photo | no | no | FF | 4/3 | -- | Ø46mm | ||
| Lensbaby Burnside 35mm f2.8 | photo | no | no | FF | 6/4 | 8R | Ø62mm | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Composer Pro II + Sweet 35mm f2.5 | photo | no | no | FF | 4/3 | 12 | Ø46mm | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Composer Pro II + Edge 35mm f3.5 | photo | no | no | FF | 9/6 | 8 | -- | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Sol 45mm f3.5 | photo | no | no | FF | 3/2 | 2 | Ø46mm | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Fixed Body Soft Focus II 50 f2.5 | photo | no | no | FF | 2/1 | 12 | Ø46mm | ||
| Lensbaby Composer Pro II + Double Glass II 50mm f2.5 | photo | no | no | FF | 2/1 | 12 | Ø46mm | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Composer Pro II + Sweet 50mm f2.5 | photo | no | no | FF | 2/1 | 12 | Ø46mm | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Composer Pro II + Edge 50mm f3.2 | photo | no | no | FF | 8/6 | 9 | Ø46mm | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Spark 2.0 + Sweet 50 f2.5 | photo | no | no | FF | 2/1 | 12 | Ø46mm | ||
| Lensbaby Velvet 56mm f1.6 Macro | photo | no | no | FF | 4/3 | -- | Ø62mm | B&H | L |
| Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f1.8 Macro | photo | no | no | FF | -- | 12 | Ø67mm | B&H | L |
German Third-Party L Lenses
Meyer Optik Gorlitz
Meyer Optik Gorlitz has some interesting lenses that keep a very classic look and vibe. While their M lenses are not built with range finder coupling, making them mostly useless on a Leica M system, on the L system, they can be fun to use when going for a very classic vibe. Meyer Optik lenses will deliver a lot of micro-contrast and many wonderful classic optical anomalies.
| Meyer Optik Gorlitz L Mount Lenses | Format | Elements | Iris | Filters | Check Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydith L 30mm f3.5 II | photo | no | no | FF | 5/5 | 12 | Ø52mm | B&H |
| Trioplan L 35mm f2.8 II | photo | no | no | FF | -- | 12 | Ø52mm | B&H |
| Trioplan L 50mm f2.8 II | photo | no | no | FF | 3/3 | 12R | Ø52mm | B&H |
| Biotar L 58mm f1.5 II | photo | no | no | FF | -- | 14 | Ø52mm | B&H |
| Primoplan L 58mm f1.9 II | photo | no | no | FF | 5/4 | 14 | Ø52mm | B&H |
| Biotar L 75mm f1.5 II | photo | no | no | FF | 6/4 | 15 | Ø62mm | B&H |
| Primoplan L 75mm f1.9 II | photo | no | no | FF | 5/4 | 15R | Ø52mm | B&H |
| Trioplan L 100mm f2.8 II | photo | no | no | FF | 3/3 | 15 | Ø52mm | B&H |
Swiss Brand Lenses
IRIX Cine Lenses
Irix, a company out of Switzerland that uses Japanese optics, has a series of Cine lenses for the Panasonic, Sigma, and Leica L systems. These lenses are full-frame Cine lenses that are weather-sealed.
List of Irix Cine lenses for the L Mount system.
| Lens Name | Sensor | Elements | Aperture | Filters | L Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IRIX 11mm T4.3 | FF | 16/10 | 9 | 95mm | B&H | L |
| IRIX 15mm T2.6 | FF | 15/10 | 9 | Ø86mm | B&H | L |
| IRIX 21mm T1.5 | FF | 15/11 | 11R | 95mm | B&H | L |
| IRIX 30mm T1.5 | FF | -- | 11 | Ø86mm | B&H | L |
| IRIX 45mm f1.4 | MF | 11/9 | 9R | Ø77mm | ||
| IRIX 45mm T1.5 | FF | 11/9 | 9 | Ø86mm | B&H | L |
| IRIX 65mm T1.5 | FF | 11 | Ø86mm | B&H | L | |
| IRIX 150mm T3.0 | FF | 12/9 | 11R | Ø86mm | B&H | L |
| IRIX 150mm T3.0 Macro 1:1 | FF | 12/9 | 11 | Ø86mm | B&H | L |
Chinese Brand Lenses
7Artisan Lenses
7Artisan is a relatively new company out of China, and they now produce some very interesting designs that have continued to improve over the years. I’ve generally really liked some of the new lenses coming from 7Artisans. they’ve been well built, and the engineer has significantly improved from when they started.
| 7Artisans L Mount Lenses | Format | Elements | Iris | Filters | Check Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7Artisans L 9mm f5.6 | photo | no | no | FF | 16/11 | 5 | none | Amazon / B&H |
| 7Artisans L 10mm f2.8 | photo | no | no | FF | 11/8 | 8 | none | Amazon / B&H |
| 7Artisans L 10mm f2.8 II | photo | no | no | FF | 11/8 | 10 | Amazon / B&H | |
| 7Artisans L 15mm f4 | photo | no | no | FF | 13/9 | 10 | Ø77mm | Amazon / B&H |
| 7Artisans L 18mm f5.6 | photo | no | yes | FF | ||||
| 7Artisans L 25mm f0.95 | photo | no | no | APS-C | 11/9 | 13 | Ø52mm | Amazon / B&H |
| 7Artisans L 35mm f1.4 II | photo | no | no | FF | 7/5 | 10 | Ø52mm | B&H |
| 7Artisans L 35mm f1.4 III | photo | no | no | FF | 7/5 | 10 | Ø52mm | Amazon / B&H |
| 7Artisans L 35mm f5.6 Pancake | photo | no | no | FF | 5/4 | fixed | none | Amazon / B&H |
| 7Artisans L 50mm f0.95 | photo | no | no | APS-C | 7/5 | 13 | Ø62mm | |
| 7Artisans L 50mm f1.05 | photo | no | no | FF | 10/7 | 13 | -- | Amazon / B&H |
| 7Artisans L 60mm f2.8 Macro II | photo | no | no | APS-C | 11/8 | 9 | Ø49mm | B&H |
| Cine | cine | no | no | FF/S35 | -- | -- | -- | |
| 7Artisans L 12mm T2.9 | cine | no | no | FF | 12/10 | 9 | Ø82mm | B&H |
| 7Artisans L 25mm T1.05 Vision | cine | no | no | S35 | 11/9 | 13 | Ø82mm | B&H |
| 7Artisans L 35mm T1.05 Vision | cine | no | no | S35 | 11/8 | 12 | Ø82mm | B&H |
| 7Artisans L 35mm T2 Spectrum | cine | no | no | FF | 9/7 | 10 | Ø82mm | B&H |
| 7Artisans L 50mm T1.05 Vision | cine | no | no | S35 | 7/5 | 13 | Ø82mm | B&H |
| 7Artisans L 50mm T2.0 Spectrum | cine | no | no | FF | 6/5 | 12 | Ø82mm | B&H |
| 7Artisans L 85mm T2.0 Spectrum | cine | no | no | FF | 9/8 | 10 | Ø82mm | B&H |
AstrHori
AstrHori is a new company with some interesting tilt-macro designs. With so many companies on the market now, it’s getting very hard to compete without doing something unique and different, and AstrHori seems to be doing everything right as a new company.
| Lens Name | Sensor | Elements | Iris | Filters | L Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AstrHori 10mm f8 M | APS-C | 5/4 | -- | Ø49mm | ||
| AstrHori 10mm f8 II | APS-C | 5/4 | -- | Ø55mm | ||
| AstrHori 12mm f2.8 Fisheye | FF | 11/8 | 5 | -- | Pergear | L |
| AstrHori 14mm f4.5 | APS-C | 6/5 | -- | Ø55mm | ||
| AstrHori 18mm f8 | FF | 9/9 | -- | Ø58mm | Pergear | L |
| AstrHori F8 2x Probe Lens | APS-C | 23/17 | -- | -- | -- | L |
| AstrHori 24mm f6.3 M | FF | 5/5 | -- | Ø35.5mm | ||
| AstrHori 27mm f2.8 II | APS-C | 6/5 | -- | Ø52mm | ||
| AstrHori 28mm f13 2x Macro | FF | 21/16 | 7 | -- | -- | L |
| AstrHori 28mm f13 2x Macro 360° | FF | L | ||||
| AstrHori 35mm f1.8 | APS-C | 9/7 | -- | Ø58mm | ||
| AstrHori 40mm f5.6 M | FF | 7/5 | -- | Ø46mm | ||
| AstrHori 40mm f5.6 | MF | 7/5 | -- | Ø62mm | ||
| AstrHori 50mm f1.4 Tilt | FF | 7/6 | -- | Ø46mm | -- | L |
| AstrHori 50mm f2 | FF | 6/5 | -- | Ø52mm | -- | L |
| AstrHori 55mm f5.6 | MF | 5/5 | -- | Ø62mm | ||
| AstrHori 75mm F4 | MF | 11/8 | 9 | Ø67mm | ||
| AstrHori 85mm f1.8 AF | FF | 10/7 | -- | -- | ||
| AstrHori 85mm f2.8 Macro & Tilt 1:1 | FF | 11/8 | 12 | Ø55mm | -- | L |
Astra Labs
Astra Labs has produced a few lenses now in the Leica/Panasonic L mount. Their Nonikkor 35mm f1.4 has been pretty well received as a classic lens for modern cameras.
| Astra Lab L Mount Lenses | Format | Focal Length | 1.5x 35mm Equiv | Min. Focus | Elements | Iris | Filters | Weight | Check Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astra Lab L Latalumen 14mm f2.8 V2 | photo | no | no | FF | 14 | 21 | 8.66" / 0.22 m | 13/9 | 10 | Ø82mm | 1.2 lb / 547 g | B&H |
| Astra Lab L Nonikkor 35mm f1.4 (1960) | photo | no | no | FF | 35 | 52.5 | 1.15' / 0.35 m | 7/4 | 10R | Ø52mm | 0.6 lb / 285 g | B&H |
| Astra Lab L Nonikkor 35mm f1.4 (1980) | photo | no | no | FF | 35 | 52.5 | 1.15' / 0.35 m | 7/5 | 10R | Ø52mm | 0.6 lb / 285 g | B&H |
Brightin Star
Brightin Star has a few interesting designs. A lot of their lenses seem very similar to 7Artisans or Meike, and I think a lot of these Chinese companies share formulas and designs and then just mix things up, like the aperture or the coatings. I’ve generally liked the Brightin Star lenses I’ve reviewed, and they remind me a lot of 7Artisans and Meike when it comes to performance and design.
| Lens Name | Sensor | Elements | Iris | Filters | L Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightin Star 7.5mm f2.8 | APS-C | 11/9 | -- | -- | ||
| Brightin Star 9mm f5.6 | FF | |||||
| Brightin Star 10mm f5.6 | APS-C | 6/5 | -- | -- | ||
| Brightin Star 11mm f2.8 | FF | L | ||||
| Brightin Star 12mm f2 | APS-C | 12/9 | -- | Ø62mm | ||
| Brightin Star 23mm f5.6 | FF | 5/5 | -- | Ø55mm | -- | L |
| Brightin Star 28mm f2.8 | FF | |||||
| Brightin Star 35mm f1.7 | APS-C | 6/4 | -- | Ø43mm | ||
| Brightin Star 35mm f0.95 | APS-C | |||||
| Brightin Star 50mm f0.95 | FF | 10/9 | -- | Ø62mm | ||
| Brightin Star 50mm f1.4 | APS-C | 6/6 | 9 | Ø52mm | ||
| Brightin Star 50mm f1.4 AF | APS-C | Ø58mm | ||||
| Brightin Star 50mm 1.8 | APS-C | |||||
| Brightin Star 55mm f1.8 | FF | 7/5 | -- | Ø49mm | ||
| Brightin Star 60mm f2.8 2x Macro | APS-C | 10/7 | -- | Ø62mm |
Funleader
Funleader is a Hong Kong company that has some interesting designs for the M mount, including conversions, but for the L mount, they have only released one of their Caplens so far.
| Funleader L Mount Lenses | Format | Focal Length | 1.5x 35mm Equiv | Min. Focus | Elements | Iris | Filters | Weight | Check Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funleader L Caplens 18mm f8 | photo | no | no | FF | 18 | 27 | 0.8m | 6/5 | fixed | -- | 80g | Funleader |
Kipon Lenses
Kipon makes some of my favorite classic M-style lenses, and their engineering has improved dramatically over the years. They’ve recently built a new factory in Shanghai with all the latest lathes and machines from Japan, and they now have very high tolerances. I consider them at least equal to or better than Voigtlander. Maybe it’s better since I’ve had fewer issues with Kipon than Voigtlander.
Kipon is doing a little of what we saw Zeiss do back in the day, where they take their same designs and continue to refine them over the years, correcting mistakes and improving the optics. If you buy a Kipon lens, try to get one of the newer models.
| Kipon L Lenses | Reviews | AF | Format | Focal Length | 1.5x 35mm Equiv | Min. Focus | Elements | Iris | Filters | Weight | Check Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIPON L 24mm f2.4 | photo | no | no | FF | 24 | 36 | 9.84" / 25 cm | 8/7 | 6 | Ø49mm | 11.29 oz / 320 g | B&H | |
| KIPON L 35mm f2.4 | KIPON 35mm f/2.4 Review & Sample Photos | photo | no | no | FF | 35 | 52.5 | 1.15' / 35 cm | 6/6 | 6 | Ø49mm | 9.88 oz / 280 g | B&H |
| KIPON L IBELUX 40mm f0.85 mkIII | KIPON 40mm f0.85 mk II Review & Sample Photos | photo | no | no | APS-C | 40 | 60 | 2.5' / 75 cm | 10/9 | 10 | Ø67mm | 2.5 lb / 1150 g | B&H |
| KIPON L 50mm f2.4 | KIPON 50mm f/2.4 Review & Sample Photos | photo | no | no | FF | 50 | 75 | 1.97' / 60 cm | 6/6 | 6 | Ø49mm | 10.93 oz / 310 g | B&H |
| KIPON L 75mm f2.4 | KIPON 75mm f/2.4 Review & Sample Photos | photo | no | no | FF | 75 | 112.5 | 1.97' / 60 cm | 5/5 | 6 | Ø49mm | 11.64 oz / 330 g | B&H |
| KIPON L 90mm f2.4 | photo | no | no | FF | 90 | 135 | 2.3' / 70 cm | 4/4 | 10 | Ø49mm | 11.99 oz / 340 g | B&H | |
| Cine | Cine | cine | -- | -- | FF | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| KIPON L Colibri Set | cine | -- | -- | FF | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | B&H | |
| KIPON L Colibri 24mm T2.5 | cine | no | no | FF | 24 | 36 | 9.84" / 25 cm | 8/7 | 10 | -- | 484 g | ||
| KIPON L Colibri 35mm T2.5 | cine | no | no | FF | 35 | 52.5 | 1.15' / 35 cm | 6/6 | 10 | -- | 409 g | ||
| KIPON L Colibri 50mm T2.5 | cine | no | no | FF | 50 | 75 | 1.97' / 60 cm | 6/6 | 10 | -- | 499 g | ||
| KIPON L Colibri 75mm T2.5 | cine | no | no | FF | 75 | 112.5 | 1.97' / 60 cm | 5/5 | 10 | -- | 553 g | ||
| KIPON L Colibri 90mm T2.5 | cine | no | no | FF | 90 | 135 | 2.3' / 70 cm | 4/4 | 10 | -- | 550 g |
Meike Lenses
Meike is a company similar to 7Artisans or Brightin Star. Similar designs with similar optics but slightly different housings. I have generally liked the APS-C Meike lenses for their classic rendering, but it’s a little bit of a get-what-you-pay-for situation. For the L mount, they have a nice series of full-frame cine lenses that are generally well-received and look promising for cinematographers on a low budget.
| Lens Name | Sensor | FF Equiv | Elements | Iris | Filters | L Links | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meike 3.5mm f2.8 | photo | MFT | 5.6 | 10/7 | -- | -- | ||
| Meike 6.5mm Fisheye f2.0 | photo | APS-C | 10.4 | 6/5 | -- | -- | ||
| Meike 8mm Fisheye f3.5 | photo | APS-C | 12.8 | 11/8 | -- | -- | ||
| Meike 10mm f2 | photo | APS-C | 16 | 15/12 | 10 | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 12mm f2 | photo | APS-C | 19.2 | 12/9 | -- | Ø62mm | ||
| Meike 12mm f2.8 | photo | APS-C | 19.2 | 12/10 | -- | Ø72mm | ||
| Meike AF 24mm f1.4 MIX | photo | FF | L | |||||
| Meike 25mm f0.95 | photo | APS-C | 40 | -- | -- | -- | ||
| Meike 25mm f1.8 | photo | APS-C | 40 | 7/5 | -- | Ø49mm | ||
| Meike 25mm f2 | photo | APS-C | 40 | 10/8 | -- | -- | ||
| Meike 28mm f2.8 | photo | APS-C | 44.8 | 6/5 | -- | Ø49mm | ||
| Meike 35mm f1.4 Review | photo | APS-C | 56 | 8/5 | -- | Ø49mm | ||
| Meike AF 35mm f/1.4 MIX | photo | FF | 56 | L | ||||
| Meike 35mm f1.7 Review | photo | APS-C | 56 | 6/5 | -- | Ø49mm | ||
| Meike 50mm f0.95 | photo | APS-C | 80 | 7/5 | 13 | Ø62mm | ||
| Meike 50mm f1.2 | photo | FF | 80 | 12/7 | 10 | Ø67mm | L | |
| Meike AF 50mm f1.4 MIX | photo | FF | L | |||||
| Meike 50mm f1.7 Review | photo | FF | 80 | 6/5 | -- | Ø52mm | ||
| Meike 50mm f1.8 | photo | FF | ||||||
| Meike 50mm f2 | photo | APS-C | 80 | 6/5 | 9 | Ø49mm | ||
| Meike AF 55mm f1.4 | photo | APS-C | 88 | 11/8 | 9 | Ø52mm | ||
| Meike 60mm f2.8 Macro | photo | APS-C | 96 | |||||
| Meike AF 85mm f1.4 STM | photo | FF | 136 | 13/8 | 12 | Ø77mm | B&H | L |
| Meike 85mm f1.8 AF | photo | FF | 80 | 9/6 | 9R | Ø67mm | ||
| Meike 85mm f2.8 | photo | APS-C | 136 | 11/8 | 12 | Ø55mm | ||
| Zoom | photo | APS-C | ||||||
| Meike 6-11mm f3.5 | photo | APS-C | 11/8 | -- | -- | |||
| Cine | cine | FF,S35,MFT | ||||||
| Meike 8mm T2.2 | cine | MFT | 12.8 | 12/7 | -- | Ø86mm | ||
| Meike 10mm T2.2 | cine | S35 | 16 | 15/12 | -- | -- | ||
| Meike 12mm T2.2 | cine | MFT | 19.2 | 15/10 | -- | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 16mm T2.2 | cine | MFT | 25.6 | 13/10 | -- | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 16mm T2.5 | cine | FF | 25.6 | 16/11 | 11 | Ø86mm | B&H | L |
| Meike 18mm T2.1 | cine | S35 | 28.8 | 15/10 | 10 | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 24mm T2.1 | cine | FF | 38.4 | 14/9 | 11 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Meike 25mm T2.2 | cine | S35 | 40 | 10/8 | -- | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 35mm T2.1 | cine | S35 | 56 | 12/10 | 11 | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 35mm T2.1 | cine | FF | 56 | 14/9 | 11 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Meike 35mm T2.2 | cine | S35 | 56 | 10/8 | -- | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 50mm T2.1 | cine | S35 | 56 | 12/9 | -- | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 50mm T2.1 | cine | FF | 80 | 12/8 | 11 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Meike 50mm T2.2 | cine | S35 | 80 | 9/7 | -- | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 65mm T2.2 | cine | S35 | 104 | 10/7 | -- | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 75mm T2.1 | cine | S35 | 120 | 13/11 | 13 | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 85mm T2.1 | cine | FF | 136 | 14/8 | 11 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Meike 85mm T2.2 | cine | S35 | 136 | 9/7 | -- | Ø82mm | ||
| Meike 100mm T2.1 | cine | S35 | 160 | 13/7 | 12 | Ø77mm | ||
| Meike 105mm T2.1 | cine | FF | 168 | 11/7 | 11 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Meike 135mm T2.4 | cine | FF | 216 | 12/8 | 11 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
Nisi Lenses
Nisi has one of the best UV and ND filter kits out there, in my opinion, and it’s nice to see them making a push into designing their own optics.
| Lens Name | Sensor | Elements | Iris | Filters | L Links | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photo | photo | ||||||
| Nisi 9mm f2.8 Sunstar ASPH | photo | APS-C | 14/12 | 10 | Ø67mm | ||
| NiSi 15mm f4 Sunstar ASPH | photo | FF | 12/10 | 10 | Ø72mm | B&H | L |
| Cine | |||||||
| Nisi 18mm | |||||||
| Nisi 25mm T2.1 | |||||||
| Nisi 35mm T2 | |||||||
| Nisi 50mm T2 | |||||||
| Nisi 75mm T2 | |||||||
| Nisi 100mm T2 | |||||||
| ATHENA Cine | cine | ||||||
| NiSi ATHENA 14mm T2.4 | cine | FF | 10 | B&H | L | ||
| NiSi ATHENA 18mm T2.2 | cine | FF | B&H | L | |||
| NiSi ATHENA 25mm T1.9 | cine | FF | 10 | Ø77mm | B&H | L | |
| NiSi ATHENA 35mm T1.9 | cine | FF | 10 | Ø77mm | B&H | L | |
| NiSi ATHENA 50mm T1.9 | cine | FF | 10 | Ø77mm | B&H | L | |
| NiSi ATHENA 40mm T1.9 | cine | FF | Ø77mm | B&H | L | ||
| NiSi ATHENA 85mm T1.9 | cine | FF | 10 | Ø77mm | B&H | L | |
| NiSi ATHENA 135mm T2.2 | cine | FF | B&H | L |
Pergear Lenses
Pergear now has a full-frame lens for the L Mount.
| Lens Name | Sensor | Elements | Iris | Filters | L Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pergear 7.5mm f2.8 | APS-C | 9/8 | 10R | -- | ||
| Pergear 10mm f8 Pancake | APS-C | 5/4 | fixed | -- | ||
| Pergear 12mm f2 | APS-C | 12/9 | 10 | Ø62mm | ||
| Pergear 14mm f2.8 II | FF | Pergear | L | |||
| Pergear 25mm f1.8 | APS-C | 5/3 | 12 | Ø43mm | ||
| Pergear 35mm f1.2 Review | APS-C | 6/5 | 10 | Ø43mm | ||
| Pergear 35mm f1.4 | FF | -- | 10 | -- | -- | L |
| Pergear 35mm f1.6 | APS-C | 6/4 | 12 | Ø43mm | ||
| Pergear 50mm f1.8 Review | APS-C | 6/4 | 10 | Ø43mm | ||
| Pergear 60mm f2.8 2x Macro | APC-C | 11/8 | 10 | Ø62mm | ||
| Pergear 60mm f2.8 2x Macro II | FF | 10/7 | 10 | Ø62mm | -- | L |
SIRUI Lenses
Sirui has a great set of budget-friendly anamorphic lenses for the L mount.
The 1.33x magnification lenses are designed for S35 sensors, while their 1.6x magnification lenses are for Full Frame.
| Lens Name | Sensor | Elements | Aperture | Filters | L Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photo | ||||||
| Sirui Sniper 16mm f1.2 | S35/APS-C | |||||
| Sirui Sniper 23mm f1.2 | S35/APS-C | 12/11 | 11 | Ø58mm | ||
| Sirui Sniper 33mm f1.2 | S35/APS-C | 11/10 | 11 | Ø58mm | ||
| Sirui Sniper 56mm f1.2 | S35/APS-C | 12/11 | 11 | Ø58mm | ||
| Sirui Sniper 75mm f1.2 | S35/APS-C | |||||
| Cine | ||||||
| Sirui Night Walker 24mm f1.2 | S35/APS-C | 12/11 | 12 | Ø67mm | ||
| Sirui Jupiter 24mm T2 | FF | 13/11 | 11 | Ø92mm | ||
| Sirui Night Walker 35mm f1.2 | S35/APS-C | 11/10 | 12 | Ø67mm | ||
| Sirui Jupiter 35mm T2 Macro | FF | 14/11 | 11 | Ø92mm | ||
| Sirui Night Walker 35mm f1.2 | S35/APS-C | 11/10 | 12 | Ø67mm | ||
| Sirui Jupiter 50mm T2 | FF | 13/10 | 11 | Ø92mm | ||
| Sirui Jupiter 75mm T2.8 Macro 1:1 | FF | 12/9 | 13 | Ø92mm | ||
| Sirui Jupiter 100mm T2.8 Macro 1.5:1 | FF | 13/9 | 12 | Ø92mm | ||
| Anamorphic | L | |||||
| Sirui Mars 24mm T2.8 1.33x | S35/APS-C | 13/10 | 8 | Ø72mm | ||
| Sirui 24mm f2.8 1.33x | S35/APS-C | 13/10 | 8 | Ø72mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Mars 35mm f1.8 1.33x | S35/APS-C | 13/9 | 10 | Ø67mm | ||
| Sirui 35mm f1.8 1.33x | S35/APS-C | 13/9 | 10 | Ø67mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Saturn 35mm T2.9 1.6x Carbon Fiber | FF | 18/12 | 10 | Ø60mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Venus 35mm T2.9 1.6x | FF | 18/13 | 10 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui 50mm f1.8 1.33x | S35/APS-C | 11/8 | 10 | Ø67mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Mars 50mm T2 1.33x | S35/APS-C | 11/8 | 8 | Ø67mm | ||
| Sirui Saturn 50mm T2.9 1.6x Carbon Fiber | FF | 16/12 | 10 | Ø62mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Venus 50mm T2.9 1.6x | FF | 16/13 | 10 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui 75mm f1.8 1.33x | S35/APS-C | 16/12 | 13 | Ø67mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Mars 75mm T2 1.33x | S35/APS-C | 16/12 | 13 | Ø67mm | ||
| Sirui Saturn 75mm T2.9 1.6x Carbon Fiber | FF | 15/12 | 10 | Ø62mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Venus 75mm T2.9 1.6x | FF | 15/13 | 10 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Venus 100mm T2.9 1.6x | FF | 15/13 | 13 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Sirui Venus 150mm T2.9 1.6x | FF | 16/11 | Ø82mm | B&H | L | |
| Cine Zoom | ||||||
| Sirui Jupiter 28-85mm T3.2 | FF | 22/18 | 114mm |
TTArtisan L Lenses
TTArtisan lenses are fairly high quality with some very interesting and unique designs. They make a lot of budget-friendly M lenses and have a nice mix of APS-C and full-frame lenses for the L mount.
| TTArtisan L Mount Lenses | AF | Format | Elements | Iris | Filters | Check Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TTArtisan L 7.5mm f2 Fisheye | no | no | APS-C | 11/8 | 7 | Ø58mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 11mm f2.8 Fisheye | no | no | FF | 11/7 | 7 | none | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 17mm f1.4 | no | no | APS-C | 9/8 | 10 | Ø40.5mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 21mm f1.5 | no | no | FF | 13/11 | 10 | Ø72mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 25mm f2 | no | no | APS-C | 7/5 | 7 | Ø43mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 35mm f0.95 | no | no | APS-C | 7/5 | 10 | Ø52mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 35mm f1.4 | no | no | APS-C | 7/6 | 10 | Ø39mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 40mm f2.8 Macro | no | no | APS-C | 8/7 | 11 | Ø52mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 50mm f0.95 | no | no | APS-C | 8/6 | 10 | Ø58mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 50mm f1.2 | no | no | APS-C | -- | 10 | Ø52mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 50mm f1.4 | no | no | FF | 10/8 | 12 | Ø49mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 50mm f1.4 Tilt | no | no | FF | 7/6 | 12 | Ø62mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 50mm f2 | no | no | FF | 6/5 | 10 | Ø43mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 90mm f1.25 | no | no | FF | 11/7 | 10 | Ø77mm | B&H | |
| TTArtisan L 500mm f6.3 | no | no | FF | 8/5 | Ø82mm | B&H |
Venus Optics Lenses
Of all the Chinese brands, Laowa makes the most lenses and has quite a lot of expertise. While famous for their zero distortion wide angle lenses, they’ve recently brought a cine line of nanomorphs over to the L mount, which are S35 anamorphic lenses that can be ordered with different coatings that produce different flaring. The only real weakness of the Laowa lenses compared to some of the prestigious Japanese brands like Fujifilm or Nikon, or Sigma (besides quality control) is they don’t seem to have as nice of coatings.
If you are ever buying any of their M lenses on the L system, remember that they are not built with range finder coupling, so it might be better just to buy the L mount versions.
| Venus Optic L Lenses | Format | Focal Length | 1.5x 35mm Equiv | Min. Focus | Elements | Iris | Filters | Weight | Check Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laowa L 4mm f2.8 Fisheye | photo | no | no | APS-C | 4 | 6 | 3.15" / 8 cm | 7/6 | 7 | none | 4.8oz / 135g | B&H |
| Laowa L 9mm f2.8 Zero-D | photo | no | no | APS-C | 9 | 13.5 | 4.72" / 12 cm | 15/10 | 7 | Ø49mm | 1.34lb / 609g | B&H |
| Laowa L 9mm f5.6 FF RL | photo | no | no | FF | 9 | 13.5 | 4.72" / 12 cm | 14/12 | 5 | none | 12.35oz / 350g | B&H |
| Laowa L 10mm f4 Cookie | photo | no | no | APS-C | 10 | 15 | 3.9" / 10 cm | 12/8 | 5 | Ø37mm | 4.6oz / 130g | B&H |
| Laowa L 11mm f4.5 FF RL | photo | no | no | FF | 11 | 16.5 | 7.5" / 19 cm | 14/10 | 5 | Ø62mm | 9oz / 254g | B&H |
| Laowa L 12mm f2.8 Zero D | photo | no | no | FF | 12 | 18 | 7.09" / 18 cm | 16/10 | 7 | none | 1.34lb / 609g | B&H |
| Laowa L 14mm f4 FF RL | photo | no | no | FF | 14 | 21 | 10.6" / 27 cm | 13/9 | 5 | Ø52mm | 8oz / 228g | B&H |
| Laowa L 15mm f2 Zero-D | photo | no | no | FF | 15 | 22.5 | 5.91" / 15 cm | 12/9 | 5 | Ø72mm | 1.1lb / 500g | B&H |
| Laowa L 15mm f4 Macro | photo | no | no | FF | 15 | 22.5 | 3.7" / 93.9 mm | 12/9 | 14 | Ø77mm | 0.9lb / 410g | B&H |
| Laowa L 15mm f4.5 Zero-D Shift | photo | no | no | FF | 15 | 22.5 | 7.9" / 20 cm | 17/11 | 5 | none | 1.3lb / 597g | B&H |
| Laowa L 15mm f4.5R Zero-D Shift | photo | no | no | FF | 15 | 22.5 | 7.9" / 20 cm | 17/11 | 14 | none | 1.3lb / 597g | B&H |
| Laowa L 15mm f5.0 Cookie | photo | no | no | FF | 15 | 22.5 | 12cm | -- | -- | Ø39mm | 160g | |
| Laowa L 20mm f4 Zero-D Shift | photo | no | no | FF | 20 | 30 | 9.8" / 25 cm | 16/11 | 14 | Ø82mm | 26.3oz / 747g | B&H |
| Laowa L 24mm f14 Probe Macro 2:1 | photo | no | no | FF | 24 | 36 | 1.54' / 47 cm | 27/19 | 7 | none | 1.04lb / 474g | B&H |
| Laowa L 25mm f2.8 2.5-5x Macro | photo | no | no | FF | 25 | 37.5 | 6.81" / 17.3 cm | 8/6 | 8 | none | 14.11oz / 400g | B&H |
| Laowa L Argus 28mm f1.2 | photo | no | no | FF | 28 | 42 | 19.7" / 50 cm | 13/7 | 13 | Ø62mm | 1.2 lb / 562 g | B&H |
| Laowa L 58mm f2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO | photo | no | no | FF | 58 | 87 | 7.29" / 18.5 cm | 14/11 | 13 | Ø67mm | -- | B&H |
| Laowa L 85mm f5.6 2x Macro APO | photo | no | no | FF | 65 | 97.5 | 6.4" / 16.3 cm | 13/9 | 7 | Ø46mm | 10.9oz / 310g | B&H |
| Laowa L 90mm f2.8 2x Macro APO | photo | no | no | FF | 90 | 135 | 8.1" / 20.5 cm | 13/10 | 13 | Ø67mm | 21.8oz / 619g | B&H |
| Laowa L 100mm f2.8 2x Macro APO | photo | no | no | FF | 100 | 150 | 9.72" / 24.7 cm | 12/10 | 13 | Ø67mm | 1.4 lb / 638 g | B&H |
| Photo Zooms | photo | no | no | FF/APS-C | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| Laowa L 10-18mm f4.5-5.6 | photo | no | no | FF | 10, 18 | 15-27 | 5.91" / 15 cm | 14/10 | 5 | Ø37rear | 1.09lb / 496g | B&H |
| Laowa L Aurogon 10-50x NA0.5 Supermicro APO | photo | no | no | FF | 10-50 | 15-75 | 0.8" / 20 mm | -- | 9 | -- | B&H | |
| Cine Spherical | cine | no | no | FF/S35/APS-C | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| Laowa L 9mm T2.9 Zero-D | cine | no | no | S35 | 9 | 13.5 | 4.7" / 12 cm | 15/10 | 7 | Ø55mm | 8.71oz / 247g | B&H |
| Laowa L 12mm T2.9 Zero-D | cine | no | no | FF | 12 | 18 | 7" / 17.8 cm | 16/10 | 7 | none | 1.49lb / 675g | B&H |
| Laowa L 100mm T2.8 2x Macro APO | cine | no | no | FF | 100 | 150 | 9.7" / 24.7 cm | 12/10 | 13 | Ø77mm | 33.8 oz / 957 g | B&H |
| Argus L 18mm T1 | cine | no | no | S35 | 18 | 27 | 9.84” / 0.25m | 15/10 | 15 | Ø77mm | 2.09lbs / 950g | B&H |
| Laowa L 28-75mm T2.9 | cine | no | no | FF | 28,75 | 42-112.5 | -- | 22/18 | 11 | Ø77mm | 3.17lbs / 1440g | |
| Laowa L 28-75mm T2.9 Light | cine | no | no | FF | 28,76 | 42-112.5 | -- | 22/18 | 11 | Ø77mm | 2.8lbs / 1264g | |
| Laowa L 75-180mm T2.9 | cine | no | no | FF | 75,180 | 112.5-270 | -- | 14/14 | 11 | Ø77mm | 2.95lbs / 1339g | |
| Laowa L 75-180mm T2.9 Light | cine | no | no | FF | 75,180 | 112.5-271 | -- | 14/14 | 11 | Ø77mm | 2.7lbs / 1226g | |
| Cine Anamorphic | cine, ana | no | no | S35/APS-C | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | |
| Laowa L Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 1.5x | cine, ana | no | no | S35 | 27 | 40.5 | 16.9" / 43 cm | 15/14 | 13 | Ø55mm | -- | B&H |
| Laowa L Nanomorph 35mm T2.4 1.5x | cine, ana | no | no | S35 | 35 | 52.5 | 23.6" / 60 cm | 15/13 | 13 | Ø55mm | -- | B&H |
| Laowa L Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 1.5x | cine, ana | no | no | S35 | 50 | 75 | 27.6" / 70 cm | 15/13 | 13 | Ø55mm | -- | B&H |
| Laowa L Nanomorph 65mm T2.4 1.5x | cine, ana | no | no | S35 | 65 | 97.5 | 2.3' / 70 cm | 15/13 | 13 | Ø62mm | 1.5 lb / 690 g | B&H |
| Laowa L Nanomorph 80mm T2.4 1.5x | cine, ana | no | no | S35 | 80 | 120 | 2.8" / 70 mm | 14/13 | 13 | Ø62mm | 1.6 lb / 710 g | B&H |
Viltrox Lenses
Viltrox makes a lot of lenses but not a lot of the L mount system yet.
| Lens Name | Sensor | Elements | Aperture | Filters | L Links | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viltrox AF 13mm f1.4 | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 14/11 | 9 | Ø67mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 16mm f1.8 | photo | no | yes | FF | 15/12 | 9 | Ø77mm | ||
| Viltrox PFU RBMH 20mm f1.8 ASPH | photo | no | yes | FF | 12/9 | 14 | Ø82mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 20mm f2.8 | photo | no | yes | FF | 10/8 | 7 | Ø52mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 23mm f1.4 | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 11/10 | 9 | Ø52mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 24mm f1.8 | photo | no | yes | FF | 11/9 | 9 | Ø55mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 27mm f1.2 | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 15/11 | 11 | Ø67mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 28mm f1.8 | photo | no | yes | FF | 11/9 | 9 | Ø55mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 33mm f1.4 | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 10/9 | 9 | Ø52mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 35mm f1.8 | photo | no | yes | FF | 10/8 | 9 | Ø55mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 50mm f1.8 | photo | no | yes | FF | 11/10 | Ø55mm | |||
| Viltrox AF 56mm f1.4 | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 10/8 | 9 | Ø52mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 11/9 | 9 | Ø52mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 75mm f1.2 | photo | no | yes | APS-C | 16/11 | 11 | Ø77mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 II | photo | no | yes | FF | 10/7 | 9R | Ø72mm | ||
| Viltrox AF 135mm f1.8 | photo | no | yes | FF | |||||
| Cine | cine | no | no | FF/APS-C/S35 | -- | -- | -- | ||
| Viltrox S 20mm T2.0 | cine | no | no | FF | 12/9 | 14 | Ø82mm | B&H | L |
| Viltrox 23mm T1.5 | cine | no | no | APS-C/S35 | 11/10 | 14 | Ø62mm | ||
| Viltrox 33mm T1.5 | cine | no | no | APS-C/S35 | 10/9 | 14 | Ø62mm | ||
| Viltrox 56mm T1.5 | cine | no | no | APS-C/S35 | 10/9 | 14 | Ø62mm | ||
| Viltrox EPIC 25mm T2.0 1.33x | cine | no | no | FF | 22/18 | 8 | 95mm | ||
| Viltrox EPIC 35mm T2.0 1.33x | cine | no | no | FF | 19/13 | 8 | 95mm | B&H | L |
| Viltrox EPIC 50mm T2.0 1.33x | cine | no | no | FF | 18/12 | 8 | 95mm | B&H | L |
| Viltrox EPIC 75mm T2.0 1.33x | cine | no | no | FF | 18/13 | 8 | 95mm | B&H | L |
| Viltrox EPIC 100mm T2.0 1.33x | cine | no | no | FF | 18/13 | 8 | 95mm | ||
| Cine Zoom | |||||||||
| Viltrox Luna 30-300 T4 |
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Thank you for this list. It would be helpful if there were a column for ‘format’ or sensor size, rather than a pull-down. Also, an indication whether a lens was initially designed for mirrorless or DSLR. Might want to add the new Laowa 10mm f/2.8 (MF-only).
Thanks for the feedback, a bunch of the tables were a little messed up today, and caching of them isn’t working properly. The Sigma lenses have the DLSR/Mirrorless design sections.
Also the Column for Sensor Size is always up if you’re on PC, but I have it hidden for mobile since I run out of room.