Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton Review
p.319 #1Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton Review
Sadie in B&W by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Looking up by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Nov 03, 2026 at 10:58 AM
p.319 #2Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton Review
River dog by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Nov 04, 2026 at 11:59 AM
p.319 #3Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton Review
Take a break by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Nov 05, 2026 at 10:21 AM
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Hi folks!
I'm interested in acquiring the SE version of this lens for my A7C. I'd like to hear your impressions and thoughts on how it compares to the standard version.
I know the SE has been discontinued, but I have the opportunity to buy one in my country.
I'm interested in acquiring the SE version of this lens for my A7C. I'd like to hear your impressions and thoughts on how it compares to the standard version.
I know the SE has been discontinued, but I have the opportunity to buy one in my country.
Nov 06, 2026 at 01:56 AM
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Alpunto wrote:
Hi folks!
I'm interested in acquiring the SE version of this lens for my A7C. I'd like to hear your impressions and thoughts on how it compares to the standard version.
I know the SE has been discontinued, but I have the opportunity to buy one in my country.
The differences are pretty much just cosmetic from what I recall. It's a little bit smaller/lighter. The front element is less recessed, so you may find it more necessary to use a hood. The one mechanical difference I remember is that the SE version can't be changed to have a clickless (smooth) aperture for video use. I've personally never switched mine. Go for it!
Patterson Point Preserve Path by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Hi folks!
I'm interested in acquiring the SE version of this lens for my A7C. I'd like to hear your impressions and thoughts on how it compares to the standard version.
I know the SE has been discontinued, but I have the opportunity to buy one in my country.
The differences are pretty much just cosmetic from what I recall. It's a little bit smaller/lighter. The front element is less recessed, so you may find it more necessary to use a hood. The one mechanical difference I remember is that the SE version can't be changed to have a clickless (smooth) aperture for video use. I've personally never switched mine. Go for it!
Patterson Point Preserve Path by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Nov 06, 2026 at 10:25 AM
p.319 #6Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton Review
grahamgibson wrote:
The differences are pretty much just cosmetic from what I recall. It's a little bit smaller/lighter. The front element is less recessed, so you may find it more necessary to use a hood. The one mechanical difference I remember is that the SE version can't be changed to have a clickless (smooth) aperture for video use. I've personally never switched mine. Go for it!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55635419897_b5051b03f1_b.jpg
Patterson Point Preserve Path by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Thanks a lot! I've found the last copy of the SE version available in Spain, and I think it would make a great combo with my A7C.
It will be my first manual-focus lens since I started using digital cameras.
The differences are pretty much just cosmetic from what I recall. It's a little bit smaller/lighter. The front element is less recessed, so you may find it more necessary to use a hood. The one mechanical difference I remember is that the SE version can't be changed to have a clickless (smooth) aperture for video use. I've personally never switched mine. Go for it!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55635419897_b5051b03f1_b.jpg
Patterson Point Preserve Path by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Thanks a lot! I've found the last copy of the SE version available in Spain, and I think it would make a great combo with my A7C.
It will be my first manual-focus lens since I started using digital cameras.
Nov 06, 2026 at 10:42 AM
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Tiny Dancers by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Local garden by Graham Gibson, on Flickr
Nov 07, 2026 at 06:20 PM
p.319 #10Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton Review
Alpunto wrote:
Hi folks!
I'm interested in acquiring the SE version of this lens for my A7C. I'd like to hear your impressions and thoughts on how it compares to the standard version.
I know the SE has been discontinued, but I have the opportunity to buy one in my country.
The same lenses in different package. I liked older version better becouse of classic feel, but its just a matter of taste and habit. Both are great if you like manuals.
Below, SE version on a7rII
Evening Atomium by Radek Kucharski, on Flickr
Hi folks!
I'm interested in acquiring the SE version of this lens for my A7C. I'd like to hear your impressions and thoughts on how it compares to the standard version.
I know the SE has been discontinued, but I have the opportunity to buy one in my country.
The same lenses in different package. I liked older version better becouse of classic feel, but its just a matter of taste and habit. Both are great if you like manuals.
Below, SE version on a7rII
Evening Atomium by Radek Kucharski, on FlickrNov 09, 2026 at 02:15 AM
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Kuchciu wrote:
The same lenses in different package. I liked older version better becouse of classic feel, but its just a matter of taste and habit. Both are great if you like manuals.
What a shame! I bought the lens — the last one available in Spain — and it turns out it doesn't work properly. When I'm focusing, the aperture value changes randomly, interrupting the focus magnification.
It felt like a real punch in the gut! Now I have to return it to the store 😭
The same lenses in different package. I liked older version better becouse of classic feel, but its just a matter of taste and habit. Both are great if you like manuals.
What a shame! I bought the lens — the last one available in Spain — and it turns out it doesn't work properly. When I'm focusing, the aperture value changes randomly, interrupting the focus magnification.
It felt like a real punch in the gut! Now I have to return it to the store 😭
Nov 13, 2026 at 12:32 PM