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Leica APO-Summicron-SL 28mm f/2 ASPH. vs Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Chip

Both are Leica L prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 28mm f/2 ASPH. if

  • You need 2⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/4.5)
  • You want bigger close-ups: 0.2× vs 0.1× maximum magnification

Pick the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Chip if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 640 g lighter (60 g vs 700 g)

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 28mm f/2 ASPH. and the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Chip
Leica APO-Summicron-SL 28mm f/2 ASPH. Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Chip
Brand
Leica
Viltrox
Max aperture
f/2 2⅓ stops faster
f/4.5
Weight
700 g
60 g lighter
Length
not listed
13.2 mm
Diameter
not listed
60.6 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.32 m
Max magnification
0.2× larger
0.1×
Optical design
not listed
6 elements / 6 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
VCM
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Leica L both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
28mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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