The Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.2 ASPH '1966' : More Than an Image, It's an Experience
Sure, it's incredibly fast, and yes, it delivers beautiful images, but the Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.2 ASPH'1966' is about more than just technical specs. This lens is a labor of love, a meticulously crafted tribute to the legendary Leica 50mm f/1.2 ASPH Noctilux of 1966.
In this video, I'll explore:
The Details: From the brass construction to the intricate engravings, every aspect pays homage to classic Leica design.
The Feel: The buttery-smooth focus ring and precisely weighted aperture clicks evoke the magic of vintage lenses.
The Legacy: How LLL captures the essence of Leica's most coveted lens, bringing its unique character to modern cameras.
This isn't just about sharpness or flawless rendering. The LLL 50mm f/1.2 ASPH is for photographers who appreciate the history, the craftsmanship, and the sheer joy of connecting with the photographic process.
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References for this review:
https://www.macfilos.com/2023/08/23/lll-50mm-f12-review-the-march-of-the-nocticlones/
The Art of Photography:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJh2o_mmI8A
Liam Arning from Leica Classic Store Wetzlar:
https://leica-camera.com/en-SG/stores-dealers/leica-stores-worldwide/leica-classic-store-wetzlar-leitz-park
Kristian Dowling:
https://kristiandowling.com/
Chapter markers
00:00 Intro and History
03:22 Build Quality & Design
05:25 LLL 50mm f1.2 vs Original Noctilux
07:49 Testing with SL3
08:40 LLL 50mm f1.2 vs Leica Noctilux 50mm f1.2 (2021)
09:02 LLL 50mm f1.2 vs Artralab Nocturne 50mm f1.2
09:54 What Makes it Special?
13:19 Oberwerth Discount
My Gear:
Camera: Nikon Z8, Nikkor S 105 f2.8 Micro
Sennheiser AVX with Zoom F6
MacStudio M2 MAX
Mac Studio Display
Lights: Aputure 300X Amaran T2c, Amaran F21c, Amaran COB 60X, Amaran P60c
Display Cabinet: Terravault
Chair and Desk: SecretLab
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