To be produced by accomplished Noktor lens-maker SLR Magic, the lens has so far been almost exclusively refferred to via comparison to a similar, fast lens by another prestige manufacturer.

This to[ic is to discuss the upcoming SLR Magic 25mm .95 lens on its own merits.

Those wanting to know which fast, 25mm lens to invest in might like to look at news item, Is the SLR magic 25mm f/0.95 better than the Nokton? - Personal View.

Discussion of fast 25mm MFT lenses at http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/5910/which-fast-25mm-mft-lens#Item_4

Yesterday I had the opportunity of using for 30mn the Leica Noctilux 50mm f/0.95. I went to shot some video in the funfair of Bordeaux. I did not have ND variable filter (Leica is 60mm filter thread), so I had to use fast shutter speed, so sorry for the jitter effect... I try to do my best in this short time with this 8000€ lens. Today I went to the same place at the same hour with my SLR Hyperprime 50mm T0.95 lens, and I did the same shot, in the same condition (short time and no ND filter). This movie is a quick test where you can see in a alternate editing the difference between these two lens, wide opened at 0.95. This was not shot the same day so the light is a little different, but the weather was quite the same (cloudy with sun sometime).

All is shot at full aperture, 0.95

My opinion ? mmmm the Noctilux is an extraordinary lens, good rendering at f/0.95, smooth aperture ring. This lens is a little smaller and lighter than the SLR Magic lens. It's in M mount (Leica). The problem : the Noctilux is too expensive for me, 8000€ (10600$) !!! Please note that the SLR Magic I've used here is a prototype lens. It's be available in september in M mount, it's price is not fixed yet, but it will be around 2300€ (3000$), 3.5X less cheaper than the Leica.

The music mix is an homage to a movie director and one of his movie. The first who will find the name of the director and the title of the movie will win the two lenses... (I'm joking ;) ).

GH2 24P no hack Leica Noctilux 50mm f/0.95 SLR Magic Hyperprime 50mm T0.95 Nostalgic mode No ND filter so fast shutter speed to compensate (from 1/1000 to 1/4000 160 iso Full aperture 0.95 No color correction

My new music video ;)

Panasonic Lumix GH2/GH3 Voigtländer 25mn 0.95 Panasonic 12-35mn f2.8

Best regard Phab

• Voigtländer Nokton 25 mm f0.95, incl. all accessories (lens hood, caps, and manual) in original box

Very popular and high quality full manual standard lens - one of the best for the Micro Four Thirds system, great in low light and with distinct character.
This one comes in excellent condition (both optically and in general), as it was taken good care of at all times.

Price: €690 incl. shipping (from EU)

I'm selling my SOM BERTHIOT CINOR 25mm f/0.95 C-MOUNT FAST CINE LENS ! :)

It is cine movie camera lens for 16mm C- Mount Bell & Howell Camera. It is incredibly rare lens. Very fast and tiny !

This lens covers Super 16 so it covers 100% micro 4/3 image circle fully, contrary to the Angenieux 25mm 0.95 that is covering 90%. There is NO VIGNETTING AT ALL on my GH4

Can be adapted to movie camera, or mirrorless digital cameras with the use of an Micro 4/3 adapter (not included) such as Panasonic GH1-2-3-4, Olympus OM-D, digital Bolex, Blackmagic Pocket Camera, etc.

Aperture from f22 to f0.95 Focusing distance from 0,50cm to infinity. The pictures of the cat and the tree were taken at f/0.95

Item specifics Optics : Minty, no scratches, slight internal dust by my eye, slight cleaning marks Mechanical : The aperture control is very smooth. The focussing is stiff for the moment but will be very smooth when sold, it is at this time re-lubricated by one of the best photo technician in France. No cosmetic wear, few visible damages. The filter thread is a little dented but it's working. Includes : Original front Cap, rear cap,

http://www.ebay.fr/itm/111584312216?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1586.l2649

Had quite a bit of M4/3 gear for my GH2's & selling some of it on ebay. Just thought I'd post the links here in case anyone's interested. It's all really well looked after stuff.

All separate listings:

GH2 Body Only (Black - LCDVF 16:9 Loupe included) http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/140880776940?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

Voigtlander Nokton 25mm f/0.95 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/140880787562?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

SLR Magic HyperPrime 12mm f/1.6 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/140880796144?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

GH2 Batteries (3 additional genuine batteries available) http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/140880817465?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/140880818690?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/140880819590?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

The barely has a tiny minor cosmetic dent that does not effect any operation of the lens.

I have to let this baby go... this is really a good chance to have it. This lens works in a perfect manner.

I'm the first owner, the lens comes in the box with the proof of purchase and with everything that came with it.... $750

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/pho/3334825795.html

I am shooting on the Voigtlander 25 mm f0.95. I've tried several shots, insight and outsight. I've noticed that in some parts the dark areas were absolutely clear, no noise at all, but in some where were. I've keep ISO between 320 - 640, f0.95.

How do I get, even if there is less light, the most best possible result - here a clean picture? Do I have to raise ISO in order ta achieve better results? (Sensor need more light sensitvity to bring out details, can you shoot on too low ISO?) I always thought: lower IS0 value= better picture quality.

How do you handle night shoots, any tricks? Any help would be much appreciated!

Thanks, Alex