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New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

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Leica is rumored to announce a new Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition lens. (100 pieces)
Source: LeicaRumors

Currently the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH is also available in Black and Silver.

Here is the first leaked picture:

Sep 13, 2023 at 05:39 PM

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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

Does the lens become heavier with the "Titan" finish? I tried out the Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH, and I found it to weigh 768 grams, which is more than what Leica states in their specifications.

Sep 13, 2023 at 06:02 PM

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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

Fred Miranda wrote:
Does the lens become heavier with the "Titan" finish? I tried out the Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH, and I found it to weigh 768 grams, which is more than what Leica states in their specifications.

It would be very strange of Leica to have an anodised finish that looked like Titanium on a lens in this price-bracket, unless just for those with Titanium cameras who want a colour match.

I also agree with you that it will be very very heavy even in titanium vs aluminium. Strange lens to choose for this finish but I guess a titan 28 summicron won't be as popular with the measurebators.

Sep 13, 2023 at 06:10 PM

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It's nice to see that Leica has so far done nothing to fix the titanium finish issue for those who bought the limited edition titanium M-As, but instead brought out this lens.
Stone walling, thy name is Leica.

Unless you're gonna be cool with the possibility of the finish peeling off this lens, I'd hard pass on it.

Sep 13, 2023 at 06:39 PM

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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

Desmolicious wrote:
It's nice to see that Leica has so far done nothing to fix the titanium finish issue for those who bought the limited edition titanium M-As, but instead brought out this lens.
Stone walling, thy name is Leica.

Unless you're gonna be cool with the possibility of the finish peeling off this lens, I'd hard pass on it.

What's the issue on those? I was shopping around for a collectible set lol

Sep 14, 2023 at 09:08 AM

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p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

Desmolicious wrote:
It's nice to see that Leica has so far done nothing to fix the titanium finish issue for those who bought the limited edition titanium M-As, but instead brought out this lens.
Stone walling, thy name is Leica.

Unless you're gonna be cool with the possibility of the finish peeling off this lens, I'd hard pass on it.

Interesting. I've never heard of that. Must be upsetting getting a limited editon titanium that starts peeling. Did it happen with the Leica 35/1.4 Pre-asph v2 titanium?

Sep 14, 2023 at 10:22 AM

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ftllens wrote:
What's the issue on those? I was shopping around for a collectible set lol

$20K set that peels after a few weeks of use for some users. I guess the ones that did not just put it in their safe..

And Leica has not responded to any of those who have this issue.

Sep 14, 2023 at 10:42 AM

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p.1 #8 · p.1 #8 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

Fred Miranda wrote:
Interesting. I've never heard of that. Must be upsetting getting a limited editon titanium that starts peeling. Did it happen with the Leica 35/1.4 Pre-asph v2 titanium?

Photos of the peeling titanium finish in this thread:
https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/333341-leica-m-a-titan-gas-pictures/page/6/#comments

Sep 14, 2023 at 10:44 AM

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Fred Miranda wrote:
Interesting. I've never heard of that. Must be upsetting getting a limited editon titanium that starts peeling. Did it happen with the Leica 35/1.4 Pre-asph v2 titanium?

I've only heard of it with the latest titanium M-A set - on the lens and body. The lens is a 50 APO that is also supposedly solid Ti.

Sep 14, 2023 at 10:44 AM

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This person has two of the Ti M-A kits... one was fine, the other peeled.

https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/333341-leica-m-a-titan-gas-pictures/?do=findComment&comment=4761654

Sep 14, 2023 at 10:48 AM

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964car wrote:
Photos of the peeling titanium finish in this thread:
https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/333341-leica-m-a-titan-gas-pictures/page/6/#comments

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Desmolicious wrote:
I've only heard of it with the latest titanium M-A set - on the lens and body. The lens is a 50 APO that is also supposedly solid Ti.

The peeling doesn't look aesthetically pleasing. It's possible that they weren't aware that the special edition set was not meant for actual use.

Sep 14, 2023 at 10:49 AM

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p.1 #12 · p.1 #12 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

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The peeling doesn't look aesthetically pleasing. It's possible that they weren't aware that the special edition set was not meant for actual use.

If that happened on a new $200 lens I'd ask for my money back. But on a $20,000 kit? The most disturbing part is Leica has not addressed the issue with any of the owners who complained.
This is why I have no interest - even if money was not the issue - with the new Ti 50 0.95.

Sep 14, 2023 at 10:52 AM

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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

It's now official:
https://leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/lenses/m/noctilux-m-50mm-f0-95-asph-titan
https://leica-camera.com/en-int/press/new-leica-noctilux-m-50-f095-asph-titan

At the highest level of aesthetics
Made of finest titanium, this special edition represents design, manufacturing quality and imaging performance at the highest level. Qualities associated with a long tradition at Leica and proven over and over again by our engineers and employees through products like the Noctilux-M 50 f/0.95 ASPH. "Titan".

Optical Masterpiece. Timeless Elegance
The Noctilux-M 50 f/0.95 ASPH. "Titan" limited to 100 units, perfectly complements the elegant design of M-Cameras in a titanium finish. All of its essential housing parts are made of solid titanium, a high-grade metal known for its exceptional durability and elegant appearance. It is a tribute to one of the cornerstones of Leica's philosophy: Enduring value Made in Germany.

The Light Giant
As the fastest M-Lens, the Leica Noctilux-M 50 f/0.95 ASPH, "Titan" captures nuances even in low light conditions that are hardly perceptible to the naked eye. With its extremely shallow depth of field at an open aperture, it creates images with a unique bokeh and incomparable visual aesthetics. Its image quality is truly second to none - clear, natural, and unmistakable.

Sep 14, 2023 at 11:09 AM

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Fred Miranda wrote:
It's now official:
https://leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/lenses/m/noctilux-m-50mm-f0-95-asph-titan

Buy one and test it out please

Sep 14, 2023 at 11:10 AM

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p.1 #15 · p.1 #15 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

RustyRus wrote:
Buy one and test it out please

I tested the 'black' version and was not super impressed especially considering its size/weight:
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1741370/6#infinity3

Sep 14, 2023 at 11:12 AM

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p.1 #16 · p.1 #16 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

RustyRus wrote:
Buy one and test it out please

Just don't touch it. It may be fragile.

Sep 14, 2023 at 11:13 AM

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p.1 #17 · p.1 #17 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

The new special edition “Titan” version has a $16,995 price tag.

Sep 14, 2023 at 11:27 AM

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p.1 #18 · p.1 #18 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

Fred Miranda wrote:
I tested the 'black' version and was not super impressed especially considering its size/weight:
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1741370/6#infinity3

I think its time to update the Noct. Its like all of the long running TV series. There is only so many All-Star seasons, or celebrity seasons you can run before its time to cancel it.

16K for this lens is absurd, I don't care what color you paint it.

Sep 14, 2023 at 11:50 AM

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p.1 #19 · p.1 #19 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

RustyRus wrote:
I think its time to update the Noct. Its like all of the long running TV series. There is only so many All-Star seasons, or celebrity seasons you can run before its time to cancel it.

16K for this lens is absurd, I don't care what color you paint it.

It's actually 17K.

Sep 14, 2023 at 12:02 PM

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p.1 #20 · p.1 #20 · New Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition

Glossy Black Paint all the brass things is what I say. Let it scratch to the brass.

Sep 14, 2023 at 12:05 PM

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