Voigtlander NOKTON classic 35mm F1.4 RF (Z Mount)

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Nikon Z Canon RF Wide Angle Prime full-frame 2026

Full-time Manual Focus

Aperture Ring

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35mm

Focal length

f/1.4

Max aperture

250 g

Weight

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Max aperture

f/1.4

f/2

Constant Aperture

Aperturef/1.4

f/1.4f/16

Near focus5' 10"

Far focus6' 8"

Total DOF9"

Hyperfocal99' 8"

Subject distance6' 3"

Focal length35 mm

Aperturef/1.4

SensorFull Frame

Illustrative scene preview based on this lens's focal length, aperture, and sensor coverage.

This preview uses 35mm, f/1.4, and Full Frame. Subject distance is estimated to keep lens previews comparable.

Min aperture: f/16
Diaphragm blades: 10

Optics

Optical construction: 8 elements in 6 groups

Focusing

Minimum focus: 27 cm
Max magnification: 0.1828×

Physical

Weight: 250 g
Dimensions: ⌀67.6mm × 41.6mm
Filter thread: 58 mm
Hood included: Yes
Color: Black

Recommended Use

Ideal for: Architecture, Landscapes, Portraits, Street, Travel, Walkaround / Daily, Weddings

Release year: 2026
Announced: Jun 20, 2026

Summary

The NOKTON Classic 35mm F1.4 is a manual focus lens designed specifically for full-frame mirrorless cameras, now expanded to Nikon Z and Canon RF mounts. Its main appeal lies in Voigtländer's "Classic" philosophy, which prioritizes the character and aesthetics of vintage optics over the clinical perfection of modern lenses. With a maximum aperture of f/1.4 and an optical scheme of 8 elements in 6 groups, it offers an extremely compact and lightweight design (around 250-260 grams), ensuring excellent portability for current camera bodies. From an optical perspective, this lens stands out by offering a distinctive visual signature that changes depending on the aperture selected. When shooting at f/1.4, you get a characteristic softness and a slight "glow" reminiscent of analog photography, ideal for those seeking an artistic and organic style. By closing the diaphragm, the lens gains contrast and sharpness, showing its versatility. In addition, it has 10 diaphragm blades for soft bokeh and a minimum focusing distance of only 0.27 meters, allowing you to take short shots with a very shallow depth of field. Regarding its applications, the NOKTON 35mm f/1.4 is an exceptional tool for street and documentary photography due to its classic focal length and its discretion. It is also ideal for travel photography and low-light situations, where its large aperture allows you to capture images without the need for a tripod. By including electronic contacts, the lens communicates with the camera to facilitate focus assistance and save EXIF data, making it a very attractive option for photographers who enjoy touch manual control but want to take advantage of the technology of their mirrorless systems. Note: There is no official price or final confirmed release date. The RF variant maintains the same optical base.