Voigtlander 40mm f1.2 Nokton SE Aspherical Lens for Sony E

Conforming to the high standards of other SE series lenses, the Voigtlander 40mm f1.2 Nokton SE Aspherical for Sony E is a specialised still-image lens that has been optimised for the imaging sensors of Sony mirrorless cameras. The combination of a comfortable focal length and fast-action f1.2 maximum aperture encourages tactile depth of field control and benefits from low-light conditions. This manual focus lens has been manufactured to the highest optical and mechanical standards, utilising two key aspherical elements to suppress spherical aberrations and distortions. In short, this provides you with tack-sharp imagery with notable clarity and rendering accuracy. The key differences between this SE variant and the original 40mm f1.2 is the drastic drop in weight and the removal of the de-click aperture button; making it more suitable for video recording and on-the-go photography.

Voigtlander 40mm f1.2 Nokton SE Aspherical Lens for Sony E Key Features:

• Defined as a full frame Sony E-Mount lens with key electrical contacts
• Manufactured to the highest optical and mechanical standards
• SE stands for Stills Edition - featuring clicked aperture detents
• Tactile manual focus designation encourages hands-on image creation
• Central optical design optimised to digital imaging sensors
• Internal optical construction consist of 8 elements in 6 groups
• Unique to this 40mm lens is a 55° clear angle of view
• Produces sharp and colour-accurate edge-to-edge imagery
• Selective Aperture Control System to de-click the manual aperture ring
• Capable of silent, fluid exposure adjustments to suit various videographers
• Minimum 35cm focus distance for shooting close-up portraiture and crafting dynamic imagery
• Optical construction consists of two key aspherical elements
• Integrated 10-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth bokeh
• Contacts relates to Exif data transfer between camera and lens
• Compatible with 58mm filters to boost further creative decision making

What’s in the box?

• 1 x Voigtlander 40mm f1.2 Nokton SE Aspherical Lens for Sony E
• 1 x Front and Rear Lens Caps
• 1 x Lens Hood
• 1 x Limited 1-Year Warranty

FAQs:

What does ‘SE’ stand for?

SE stands for Stills Edition. In short, this relates to the clicked aperture detents to allow for more tactile control over aperture switching in ⅓-stop increments.

What is the main material that is used within the external construction of this 40mm lens?

This Voigtlander lens consists of an all-metal lens barrel that is well-balanced, durable, and incredibly tough.

How does this compare to the previous Voigtlander 40mm f1.2 Nokton Aspherical Lens - Sony E Fit?

This Voigtlander 40mm f1.2 lens incorporates SE within its full title, which stands for Stills Edition. In regards to its internal optics, these are exactly the same as the previous version, however, this newer SE variant is over 100g lighter and does not utilise the same de-click aperture button as the original.

How does the angle of view differ between this 40mm and other variant focal lengths?

The 40mm focal length is quite unique, offering an impressive 55° angle of view that is slightly wider than the classic 50mm length, but still narrower than the standard 35mm wide-angle.

Does this Voigtlander lens come with a lens hood?

The Voigtlander 40mm f1.2 Nokton SE does come with a screw-on lens hood.