COMPLETED [FS] Voigtlander 35mm F1.4 Nokton lens

Hi Folks,
FS: Voigtlander 35mm F1.4 Nokton lens

I need to rationalize as I've already got the Zeiss 35mm ZM so have not used the Voigtlander Nokton Classic lens much. It's the multi-coated version. I only bought it new a few weeks ago.

It's in mint condition and comes with both caps, manual and original packaging.
£400 GBP plus p&p e.g. £10 in UK.

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Hi Luiz,
Yes I agree the Nokton is a great lens but my reason for selling is that it is more suited to people/street photography due to its classic rendering wide-open. Whereas, the Zeiss is better for landscape & architectural work, which is what I need.

Obviously, I'd like to keep both lenses but I can't afford to, so I have to sell the Nokton 
Cheers,
Paul

 

Thanks Luiz,
very interesting to read the link and I agree with their summary.

I live in the 'middle of nowhere' in the english countryside so don't do much street photography, so the Zeiss is definitely my preferred lens. Cost wise the Nokton is great value for money though especially with its build quality being as good as the Zeiss lens!

By the way, you've got a great selection of 35mm lenses there! In your place, I'd enjoy comparing them against each other! My bet is that the CZJ 35/2 is best!?
Cheers,
Paul

 

Hi Poki,
yep, I can understand your preference for a 'real' 35mm but there are times when you need that extra bit of reach and 50mm is also useful as it is approximately the same view our eyes see.

The build quality of CV lenses are exceptional and superior to NEX lenses. They have all metal barrels with no plastic whatsoever (apart from the lens caps!). The focus ring is as smooth as silk and not loose, it also has a focus tab to make focusing easier and quicker. The aperture ring clicks nicely at half-stop increments. The only thing I don't like is the fiddly front lens cap!
Cheers,
Paul

 

Price dropped to £355 + P&P

 

Sold on eBay.