Thypoch announced a new Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount (previously reported here).
Pre-order links (updated):
- US: B&H Photo | Adorama
- DE: Foto Erhardt | Foto Koch | Calumet
- UK: WEX Photo
- International shipping: Thypoch website
Key features of the Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens:
- 16 iris blades for perfectly rounded bokeh at any stop
- No visible onion rings
- Low color aberration at f/1.4
- 8 elements in 9 groups
- MFD of 0.6m
- Classic automatic depth-of-field indicator
- Clicked and de-clicked modes for aperture adjustment
- Subtle resistance of rangefinder coupling disengagement at 0.7m
- Available in black and silver finish
- Shipping starts in March
Additional information:
Thypoch Introduces 75mm f/1.4, Bringing a classic Medium-Telephoto focal length to Simera Series
Thypoch’s Simera series, known for its 28mm, 35mm, and 50mm f/1.4 full-frame lenses, now welcomes the Simera 75mm f/1.4—a medium-telephoto option for M-mount users and E/Z/RF/L/X mount users by adapting. Simera 75mm f/1.4 is a classic and elegant focal length for rangefinder lenses, it stands out as one of the few f/1.4 lenses with rangefinder coupling in the M-mount system.
Simera 75mm f/1.4 seamlessly integrates the defining design elements of the acclaimed Simera series with the precision engineering of the 16-blade iris and 8 elements in 9 groups from the Simera-C T1.5 Cine Primes. This lens effortlessly produces beautifully round bokeh at any aperture setting, with minimal trace of onion rings, ensuring that the viewer’s focus remains on the subject.
Boasting 1 aspherical element, 2 ED lenses and 2 HRI lenses as well as 8 elements in 9 groups, the Simera 75mm f/1.4 provides exceptional sharpness across the frame, minimal chromatic aberration and precise color reproduction. Additionally, the lens is well-suited for pairing with medium-format cameras.
It also delivers a signature rendering with smooth focus fall-off and a distinct sense of dimensionality, making it ideal for capturing the blurred, emotive essence of a subject in flat photography.
Despite its exceptional performance, the Simera 75mm f/1.4 boasts a compact form factor (63.5mm in length) and lightweight design (371.8g), making it an ideal option for street and portrait photography, providing photographers with the flexibility to capture subjects from a greater distance with ease and comfort.
The Simera 75mm f/1.4 ASPH. inherits unique depth-of-field indicators to assist photographers knowing the DOF, ensuring no moment of inspiration is lost. The lens offers switchable aperture control—both clicked and declicked modes—catering to the distinct needs of videographers and photographers alike. Additionally, an invalidation alert at 0.7m has been thoughtfully incorporated for rangefinder camera users.
Price and Availability
The Simera FF 75mm f/1.4 is exclusively available for M-mount users now. With an adapter, it can be easily mounted on Fujifilm X, Sony E, and Nikon Z mirrorless cameras. The lens comes in a black and silver finish, priced at 849 USD / 799 EUR and will be shipped in early March.
