Leica Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 ASPH vs Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF (Sony E Mount) (Sony E Mount)
Leica Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 ASPH vs Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF (Sony E Mount) (Sony E Mount)
When comparing Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF (Sony E Mount) (Sony E Mount) and Leica Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 ASPH, which one is better?
1. Largest Aperture Comparison
The Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF - (Sony E Mount) has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 1.2 compared to the 2 aperture of Leica Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 ASPH. This means that you get more light to your sensor using Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF - (Sony E Mount) wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.
Winner: Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF (Sony E Mount) (Sony E Mount)
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
Both lenses are Prime lenses, which means that you can choose both Leica Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 ASPH or Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF - (Sony E Mount) if you're looking for that type of lens.
Winner: Tied
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 Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 ASPH and Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF (Sony E Mount) (Sony E Mount):
| Leica Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 ASPH | Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF - (Sony E Mount) | |
 |  | |
| Brand | Leica | Viltrox |
| Lens Mount | Missing | Sony E |
| Focal Length | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Largest Aperture | 2 | 1.2 |
| Anamorphic | Missing | No |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Image Stabilization | Missing | No |
| Parfocal | Missing | No |
| Autofocus | Missing | Evet |
| Macro | Missing | No |
| Weather Seal | Missing | No |
| Full Frame Coverage | Missing | Yes |
| Lens Hood Included | Missing | Yes |