Mr.Ding released a new version 2.1 of their Noxlux DG 50mm f/1.1 E58 lens for Leica M mount. The optical structure remains unchanged, but the new version has several upgrades:
- Higher refractive index glass
- Sharpness is slightly improved
- Images are "a little warmer and more classic"
- Dual Gauss design features 8 elements in 6 groups, including 1 low dispersion aspherical lens
- The direction of rotation of the focusing ring has changed - from left to right
- Available in black and silver with a lens hood
- Price: $399
Here are some sample pictures taken with the Mr. Ding Studio Noxlux DG 50mm f/1.1 E58 lens for Leica M version 2.0 on the Day of the Dead (SOOC):
The old and the new versions side by side:
Additional pictures of the new Mr. Ding Studio Noxlux DG 50mm f/1.1 E58 lens version 2.1 for Leica M-mount:
Previous Mr. Ding lens coverage can be found here.
Pictures credit: VI Vante.
A used Mr.Ding Noxlux DG 50mm f/1.1 lens is currently available for sale at Adorama:
