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TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4 vs Leica Summicron-TL 23mm f/2 ASPH.

Both are Leica L prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4 if

  • You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/2)
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.2 m vs 0.35 m

Pick the Leica Summicron-TL 23mm f/2 ASPH. if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4 and the Leica Summicron-TL 23mm f/2 ASPH.
TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4 Leica Summicron-TL 23mm f/2 ASPH.
Brand
TTArtisan
Leica
Max aperture
f/1.4 1 stop faster
f/2
Weight
not listed
154 g
Length
not listed
37 mm
Diameter
not listed
63 mm
Filter thread
43 mm
52 mm
Min focus distance
0.2 m closer
0.35 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.08×
Aperture blades
10
not listed
Optical design
8 elements / 6 groups
9 elements / 6 groups
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Leica L both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
23mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

TTArtisan 23mm f/1.4

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.

Our notes

Leica Summicron-TL 23mm f/2 ASPH.

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