Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
p.5 #1Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
luiscosta76 wrote:
Is there any info on the release date for this lens?
Cosina didn't announce any releases for June so it seems that earliest chance is a July release, and not sure if Z and RF versions will be released together or at separate months. Next new release announcement would probably come around June 15th for any July release(s).
Is there any info on the release date for this lens?
Cosina didn't announce any releases for June so it seems that earliest chance is a July release, and not sure if Z and RF versions will be released together or at separate months. Next new release announcement would probably come around June 15th for any July release(s).
May 24, 2026 at 02:07 AM
p.5 #2Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Juha Kannisto wrote:
Cosina didn't announce any releases for June so it seems that earliest chance is a July release, and not sure if Z and RF versions will be released together or at separate months. Next new release announcement would probably come around June 15th for any July release(s).
I've heard 4 to 7 weeks out, which actually gives me more time with this review copy to play around with it and really get to know it properly.
luiscosta76 wrote
Is there any info on the release date for this lens?I've heard 4 to 7 weeks out, which actually gives me more time with this review copy to play around with it and really get to know it properly.
May 24, 2026 at 04:36 PM
p.5 #3Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Fred Miranda wrote:
Cosina didn't announce any releases for June so it seems that earliest chance is a July release, and not sure if Z and RF versions will be released together or at separate months. Next new release announcement would probably come around June 15th for any July release(s).I've heard 4 to 7 weeks out, which actually gives me more time with this review copy to play around with it and really get to know it properly.
It sounds like it's probably going to be a July release then. I'm pretty sure it wouldn't come out in June since Cosina would have normally announced any June releases on 5/15. You can enjoy the testing at a relaxed pace
This month they only made an announcement about their involvement in JAXA-Smash Satellite Rush program:
https://www.cosina.co.jp/news/jaxa-smash%ef%bc%88jaxa-small-satellite-rush%ef%bc%89program%e3%81%ae%e5%8f%82%e7%94%bb%e3%81%ab%e3%81%a4%e3%81%84%e3%81%a6/
Juha Kannisto wrote
luiscosta76 wrote
Is there any info on the release date for this lens?It sounds like it's probably going to be a July release then. I'm pretty sure it wouldn't come out in June since Cosina would have normally announced any June releases on 5/15. You can enjoy the testing at a relaxed pace
This month they only made an announcement about their involvement in JAXA-Smash Satellite Rush program:
https://www.cosina.co.jp/news/jaxa-smash%ef%bc%88jaxa-small-satellite-rush%ef%bc%89program%e3%81%ae%e5%8f%82%e7%94%bb%e3%81%ab%e3%81%a4%e3%81%84%e3%81%a6/
May 24, 2026 at 07:15 PM
p.5 #4Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Fred Miranda wrote:
Cosina didn't announce any releases for June so it seems that earliest chance is a July release, and not sure if Z and RF versions will be released together or at separate months. Next new release announcement would probably come around June 15th for any July release(s).I've heard 4 to 7 weeks out, which actually gives me more time with this review copy to play around with it and really get to know it properly.
Thank you!
I think this will be my first time pre-ordering a lens, from your review I can already tell this is right up my alley.
Juha Kannisto wrote
luiscosta76 wrote
Is there any info on the release date for this lens?Thank you!
I think this will be my first time pre-ordering a lens, from your review I can already tell this is right up my alley.
May 25, 2026 at 02:09 AM
p.5 #5Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Looking forward to this one! - as an ideal pairing to Zf. Have and like the 50mm f/1 Nokton, but the size/weight suits my Z9 better than Zf, i think.
May 25, 2026 at 05:47 AM
p.5 #6Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
luiscosta76 wrote:
Cosina didn't announce any releases for June so it seems that earliest chance is a July release, and not sure if Z and RF versions will be released together or at separate months. Next new release announcement would probably come around June 15th for any July release(s).I've heard 4 to 7 weeks out, which actually gives me more time with this review copy to play around with it and really get to know it properly. Thank you!
I think this will be my first time pre-ordering a lens, from your review I can already tell this is right up my alley.
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fstop7 wrote:
Looking forward to this one! - as an ideal pairing to Zf. Have and like the 50mm f/1 Nokton, but the size/weight suits my Z9 better than Zf, i think.
I agree and will end up getting one for my Zf as well. It will be my first native Z-mount lens.
Fred Miranda wrote
Juha Kannisto wrote
luiscosta76 wrote
Is there any info on the release date for this lens?I think this will be my first time pre-ordering a lens, from your review I can already tell this is right up my alley.
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fstop7 wrote:
Looking forward to this one! - as an ideal pairing to Zf. Have and like the 50mm f/1 Nokton, but the size/weight suits my Z9 better than Zf, i think.
I agree and will end up getting one for my Zf as well. It will be my first native Z-mount lens.
May 25, 2026 at 10:41 AM
p.5 #7Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Fred, would you be able to show some night shots too?
I would like to see how it shoots in f1.4 and higher.
I would like to see how it shoots in f1.4 and higher.
May 25, 2026 at 02:50 PM
p.5 #8Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
THIS is a big deal Fred! You saying this just gassed me up.!. I also got the Ksana and would love to compare this together with the Mandler on the ZF.
I can't wait for your final conclusion
I can't wait for your final conclusion
May 30, 2026 at 03:52 PM
p.5 #9Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
phinix wrote:
Fred, would you be able to show some night shots too?
I would like to see how it shoots in f1.4 and higher.
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kenneth604 wrote:
THIS is a big deal Fred! You saying this just gassed me up.!. I also got the Ksana and would love to compare this together with the Mandler on the ZF.
I can't wait for your final conclusion
Certainly, I'm still spending time with it and am almost ready to share my final thoughts
Fred, would you be able to show some night shots too?
I would like to see how it shoots in f1.4 and higher.
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kenneth604 wrote:
THIS is a big deal Fred! You saying this just gassed me up.!. I also got the Ksana and would love to compare this together with the Mandler on the ZF.
I can't wait for your final conclusion
Certainly, I'm still spending time with it and am almost ready to share my final thoughts
Jun 07, 2026 at 10:45 AM
p.5 #10Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Fred, would appreciate any observations in how it renders in environmental portrait use, particularly wide-open. Especially how skin tones might look, the in focus sharpness/oof softness ratio at close to mid-distances.
I understand many think the bokeh on this nokton to be "busy" but would welcome any examples with portraits taken showing how much seperation can be achieved from b/g and if subject is still acceptably sharp mid to center frame (and as soft frame edges and vignetting might in many cases be preferable for environmental portrait use, instead of detrimental.)
THANKS so much for all the detailed testing and information you have already provided, it's greatly appreciated! 📷
I understand many think the bokeh on this nokton to be "busy" but would welcome any examples with portraits taken showing how much seperation can be achieved from b/g and if subject is still acceptably sharp mid to center frame (and as soft frame edges and vignetting might in many cases be preferable for environmental portrait use, instead of detrimental.)
THANKS so much for all the detailed testing and information you have already provided, it's greatly appreciated! 📷
Jun 08, 2026 at 12:45 AM
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p.5 #11Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Great review, @Fred Miranda It does seem rather soft wide open and f/1.8 - is that a correct observation? It doesn't matter much for vistas, evening photography, etc but sharp eyes on portrait, is that possible?
Don't get me wrong, a lot of portraits and people photography doesn't require tack-sharp, it is more about the mood, the story telling, framing, light, etc. I don't expect this lens to be a Sony 35 GM, but I am curious how sharp one can expect it to be on face/eyes wide open or close to.
Don't get me wrong, a lot of portraits and people photography doesn't require tack-sharp, it is more about the mood, the story telling, framing, light, etc. I don't expect this lens to be a Sony 35 GM, but I am curious how sharp one can expect it to be on face/eyes wide open or close to.
Jun 09, 2026 at 03:15 AM
p.5 #12Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Officially announced today for both Nikon Z-mount and Canon RF-mount, both for July release. Specific date(s) will be announced later.
Official Japan price set by Cosina is 90K yen (Sony version and Septon 40/2 were 85K yen, so there is a small price increase). 79920 JPY at Fujiya Camera (including tax) vs. 75420 that was the original Septon price at launch. Map Camera's listings are not available yet but they should have same exact price as Fujiya.
Announcement
Z-mount Product pages:
English: https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/en/z-mount/nokton-classic-35mm-f1-4/
Japanese: https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/z-mount/nokton-classic-35mm-f1-4/
RF-mount Product pages:
English: https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/en/rf-mount-lenses/nokton-classic-35mm-f1-4/
Japanese: https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/rf-mount-lenses/nokton-classic-35mm-f1-4/
Official Japan price set by Cosina is 90K yen (Sony version and Septon 40/2 were 85K yen, so there is a small price increase). 79920 JPY at Fujiya Camera (including tax) vs. 75420 that was the original Septon price at launch. Map Camera's listings are not available yet but they should have same exact price as Fujiya.
Announcement
Z-mount Product pages:
English: https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/en/z-mount/nokton-classic-35mm-f1-4/
Japanese: https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/z-mount/nokton-classic-35mm-f1-4/
RF-mount Product pages:
English: https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/en/rf-mount-lenses/nokton-classic-35mm-f1-4/
Japanese: https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/rf-mount-lenses/nokton-classic-35mm-f1-4/
Jun 15, 2026 at 12:04 AM
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p.5 #13Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
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Jun 18, 2026 at 07:54 AM
p.5 #14Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
I'm using a 35mm Summicron pre-asph V4 on a Nikon Z5ii, and am currious - In terms of "glow", how does this 35mm/1.4 Nokton Z mount compare to my V4 Summicron, and also to Leica's Steel Rim Reissue?
Jun 21, 2026 at 07:51 PM
p.5 #15Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
nonimoose wrote:
I'm using a 35mm Summicron pre-asph V4 on a Nikon Z5ii, and am currious - In terms of "glow", how does this 35mm/1.4 Nokton Z mount compare to my V4 Summicron, and also to Leica's Steel Rim Reissue?
Probably a lot easier to answer if you show some Summicron glow, since most users of the Nokton probably don't have the Summicron.
I'm using a 35mm Summicron pre-asph V4 on a Nikon Z5ii, and am currious - In terms of "glow", how does this 35mm/1.4 Nokton Z mount compare to my V4 Summicron, and also to Leica's Steel Rim Reissue?
Probably a lot easier to answer if you show some Summicron glow, since most users of the Nokton probably don't have the Summicron.
Jun 22, 2026 at 04:18 AM
p.5 #16Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
The CV 35mm f/1.4 Z performs similarly to the CV 35mm f/1.4 M-mount. However, its stronger spherical aberration correction produces noticeably less glow than the Leica lenses, particularly the pre-asph Summilux. (Or steel rim reissue)
nonimoose wrote:
I'm using a 35mm Summicron pre-asph V4 on a Nikon Z5ii, and am currious - In terms of "glow", how does this 35mm/1.4 Nokton Z mount compare to my V4 Summicron, and also to Leica's Steel Rim Reissue?
nonimoose wrote:
I'm using a 35mm Summicron pre-asph V4 on a Nikon Z5ii, and am currious - In terms of "glow", how does this 35mm/1.4 Nokton Z mount compare to my V4 Summicron, and also to Leica's Steel Rim Reissue?
Jun 22, 2026 at 07:52 PM
p.5 #17Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
The CV 35mm f/1.4 Z performs similarly to the CV 35mm f/1.4 M-mount. However, its stronger spherical aberration correction produces noticeably less glow than the Leica lenses, particularly the pre-asph Summilux. (Or steel rim reissue)
nonimoose wrote:
I'm using a 35mm Summicron pre-asph V4 on a Nikon Z5ii, and am currious - In terms of "glow", how does this 35mm/1.4 Nokton Z mount compare to my V4 Summicron, and also to Leica's Steel Rim Reissue?
nonimoose wrote:
I'm using a 35mm Summicron pre-asph V4 on a Nikon Z5ii, and am currious - In terms of "glow", how does this 35mm/1.4 Nokton Z mount compare to my V4 Summicron, and also to Leica's Steel Rim Reissue?
Jun 22, 2026 at 07:52 PM
p.5 #18Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Fred Miranda wrote:
The CV 35mm f/1.4 Z performs similarly to the CV 35mm f/1.4 M-mount. However, its stronger spherical aberration correction produces noticeably less glow than the Leica lenses, particularly the pre-asph Summilux. (Or steel rim reissue)
Thanks for your reply - much appreciated. I was hoping the Z version might be closer to the pre-asph Summilux/steel rim.
The CV 35mm f/1.4 Z performs similarly to the CV 35mm f/1.4 M-mount. However, its stronger spherical aberration correction produces noticeably less glow than the Leica lenses, particularly the pre-asph Summilux. (Or steel rim reissue)
Thanks for your reply - much appreciated. I was hoping the Z version might be closer to the pre-asph Summilux/steel rim.
Jun 23, 2026 at 11:04 AM
p.5 #19Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
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Samples 5: Low Light with family
Most of the images were captured wide open at f/1.4 in low light, featuring a variety of subjects at different distances.
We took my son to Dave & Buster's for his birthday (and to watch a soccer game), and I found the Nikon Zf paired with the ultra-compact Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Z to be an excellent combination for this type of event.
Post-processing was kept to a minimum, with only light sharpening and minor exposure adjustments applied.
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Jun 24, 2026 at 12:37 PM
p.5 #20Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 Nokton Review
Cosina announced the official release date for these (both Z and RF). It's 16th of July.
https://www.cosina.co.jp/news/%e3%83%95%e3%82%a9%e3%82%af%e3%83%88%e3%83%ac%e3%83%b3%e3%83%80%e3%83%bcnokton-classic-35mm-f-1-4-z-mount-rf-mount-%e7%99%ba%e5%a3%b2%e6%97%a5%e3%81%ae%e3%81%8a%e7%9f%a5%e3%82%89%e3%81%9b/
https://www.cosina.co.jp/news/%e3%83%95%e3%82%a9%e3%82%af%e3%83%88%e3%83%ac%e3%83%b3%e3%83%80%e3%83%bcnokton-classic-35mm-f-1-4-z-mount-rf-mount-%e7%99%ba%e5%a3%b2%e6%97%a5%e3%81%ae%e3%81%8a%e7%9f%a5%e3%82%89%e3%81%9b/
Jun 27, 2026 at 12:26 AM