Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1
Optical design
Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.Physical characteristics
Weights 580 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 60 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter. 62 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1 purchase historyStable
Prices have held steady across 17 months of tracked sales — pay around the $4468.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.
Best deals
132 of 262 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $4468.00 fair value.
- Jun 8, 2025$670.00$-3798.00 / typical
- Jun 8, 2025$674.00$-3794.00 / typical
- Jun 8, 2024$2204.00$-2264.00 / typical
- Jul 30, 2025$2710.00$-1758.00 / typical
- Jul 2, 2024$2721.00$-1747.00 / typical
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Reviews
Leica lens luxury and a must for lovely low light photography. Great lens to have for a Leica M camera addict. It's performance in low light is incredible. Focusing is difficult and maybe just a tad off for the M8 or M9. The price is outrageous, even for my 30 year old version I just received. But the newer Noctilux versions are even more outrageous. If you like to shoot at night or indoors, its great. For outdoors, works also. The bokeh is extremely nice.
After Repair, Great Lens I had to put a considerable amount of money into getting this lens adjusted. First it was front focusing, then back focusing. DAG camera repair got it working great, but it did not arrive in great condition.
Leica lens luxury and a must for lovely low light photography. Great lens to have for a Leica M camera addict. It's performance in low light is incredible. Focusing is difficult and maybe just a tad off for the M8 or M9. The price is outrageous, even for my 30 year old version I just received. But the newer Noctilux versions are even more outrageous. If you like to shoot at night or indoors, its great. For outdoors, works also. The bokeh is extremely nice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1?
Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1/16, for the Leica M mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 580g.
What mount is the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1 compatible with?
Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1 uses a Leica M mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.
How much does the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1 typically sells for around $670.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1 a good lens?
Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 5 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss C Sonnar T 50mm f/1.5 ZM, Konica M-Hexanon 50mm f/2, Leica APO Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH.