//7Artisans VS TTArtisan 35mm f1.4 lenses\\ / by juan martinez

Simple test here, all images taken in Leica SL and given same white balance. Link to all images here, but you will find some comparisons below.

Leica SL 7Artisan 35mm f1.4 at f1.4

Leica SL TTArtisan 35mm f1.4 at f1.4


TTArtisan 35mm f1.4 flare

TTArtisan

Pros

  • 1/2 stop aperture clicks

  • “Leica look”

  • Smoother background blur

  • Seemingly less barrel distortion

  • Better screw-in hood

  • Best CA performance in extreme back-lit situations

Cons

  • More focus breathing

  • Slightly less refined build

  • Heavier at 413 grams with hood, no rear lens cap

Same

  • Sharpness wide-open


7Artisan 35mm f1.4 flare

7Artisans

Pros

  • Better build

  • Less focus breathing, lens remains same size while focusing

  • Tighter build tolerances

  • Lighter at 376 grams with built-in hood and no lens caps

  • More contrast in extreme back-lit situations

Cons

  • Only full stop aperture adjustment

  • Slightly more CA in extreme back-lit situations

  • “Busier” out of focus areas

Same

  • Sharpness wide-open