Leica Elmar-M 24mm f/3.8 ASPH vs Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1
Leica Elmar-M 24mm f/3.8 ASPH vs Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1
When comparing Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1 and Leica Elmar-M 24mm f/3.8 ASPH, which one is better?
1. Largest Aperture Comparison
The Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1 has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 3.1 compared to the 3.8 aperture of Leica Elmar-M 24mm f/3.8 ASPH. This means that you get more light to your sensor using Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1 wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.
Winner: Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1
Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.
2. Lens Type Comparison
The Leica Elmar-M 24mm f/3.8 ASPH is a Prime lens while the Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1 is a Zoom lens. Whether or not a zoom lens or a prime lens is what you need, is up to you to decide; they both have their respective strengths and weaknesses.
Winner: Tied — It depends on your gear
Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.
Specifications
Full specifications table of Leica Elmar-M 24mm f/3.8 ASPH and Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1:
| Leica Elmar-M 24mm f/3.8 ASPH | Cooke 35-140mm Anamorphic/i T3.1 | |
 |  | |
| Brand | Leica | Cooke |
| Weight | Missing | 10300 g |
| Lens Mount | Missing | |
| Focal Length | 24 mm | 35 - 140 mm |
| Largest Aperture | 3.8 | 3.1 |
| Anamorphic | Missing | Yes |
| Anamorphic Squeeze Factor | Missing | 2 |
| Minimum Focus Distance | Missing | 72 cm |
| Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Aperture Range | Missing | 3.1 - 22 |