Best fast prime lenses for Leica L: Top Picks

Our catalogue lists 13 fast prime lenses for Leica L. Fixed lenses with a maximum aperture of f/1.8 or wider, for low light and shallow depth of field.

How these were picked. Lenses are ranked using only data in our catalogue: those with editorial notes first, then those with a photo and a buying link, newer release years where known, and faster maximum apertures as a tie-breaker. This is a data-based shortlist, not a hands-on test ranking.

1. 1.TTArtisan 50mm f/0.95

   50mm · f/0.95 · Leica L

   This 50mm f/0.95 fast standard prime lens from TTArtisan fits Leica L mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

   Specs Compare with 50mm f/1.2
2. 2.TTArtisan 50mm f/1.2

   50mm · f/1.2 · Leica L

   This 50mm f/1.2 fast standard prime lens from TTArtisan fits Leica L mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

   Specs Compare with 90mm f/1.25
3. 3.TTArtisan 90mm f/1.25

   90mm · f/1.25 · Leica L

   TTArtisan 90mm f/1.25: a fast short-telephoto prime lens with a 90mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.25, made for Leica L mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.

   Specs Compare with 17mm f/1.4
4. 4.TTArtisan 17mm f/1.4

   17mm · f/1.4 · Leica L

   A 17mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the TTArtisan 17mm f/1.4 is designed for Leica L mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

   Specs Compare with 23mm f/1.4
5. 5.TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4

   23mm · f/1.4 · Leica L

   The TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4 is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 23mm at f/1.4 for Leica L mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

   Specs Compare with 32mm f/1.4
6. 6.TTArtisan 32mm f/1.4

   32mm · f/1.4 · Leica L

   This 32mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens from TTArtisan fits Leica L mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

   Specs Compare with 35mm f/1.4
7. 7.TTArtisan 35mm f/1.4

   35mm · f/1.4 · Leica L

   A 35mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the TTArtisan 35mm f/1.4 is designed for Leica L mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

   Specs Compare with 35mm f/1.4 Tilt
8. 8.TTArtisan 35mm f/1.4 Tilt

   35mm · f/1.4 · Leica L

   This 35mm f/1.4 fast tilt-shift lens from TTArtisan fits Leica L mount cameras. The shift and tilt movements give control over perspective and the plane of focus, which suits architecture and product work.

   Specs Compare with APS-C 35mm F1.4
9. 9.TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4

   35mm · f/1.4 · Leica L

   The TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.4 for Leica L mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

   Specs Compare with MEKE SL 35mm F1.8 STM PRO
10. 10.Meike MEKE SL 35mm F1.8 STM PRO

    35mm · f/1.8 · Leica L

    Meike MEKE SL 35mm F1.8 STM PRO: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 35mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Leica L mount cameras, with stepping-motor autofocus. The wide view suits landscapes, ar...

    Specs Compare with SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO
11. 11.Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO

    85mm · f/1.8 · Leica L

    This 85mm f/1.8 fast short-telephoto prime lens from Meke fits Leica L mount cameras, with stepping-motor autofocus. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.

    Specs Compare with 56mm f/1.8
12. 12.TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8

    56mm · f/1.8 · Leica L

    This 56mm f/1.8 fast standard prime lens from TTArtisan fits Leica L mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

    Specs