Cosina has just announced their third NOKTON prime lens with a native Canon RF lens mount: the Voigtlander NOKTON 75mm F/1.5 Aspherical. This fast lens is entirely manual, but it has electronic contacts that support EXIF information, IBIS, and focus assist tools. So, let’s take a closer look at it!
Japanese lens manufacturer Cosina was one of the first companies to start releasing “official” third-party Canon RF lenses that can communicate with the camera. Indeed, at the end of last year, Cosina launched the Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm F/1.0 Aspherical, which was quickly followed by the NOKTON 40mm F/1.2 Aspherical.
While these lenses – and all other third-party Canon RF lenses in general – don’t have autofocus capabilities, having a few more options as a Canon shooter is nice. Cosina is already back with its third Canon RF NOKTON prime lens: the Voigtlander NOKTON 75mm F/1.5 Aspherical.
Voigtlander NOKTON 75mm F/1.5 Aspherical – features
The Voigtlander NOKTON 75mm F/1.5 Aspherical is a compact prime lens that is only 7.1cm/2.79in long. It is made entirely of metal and weighs 525g/18.51oz.
On the lens barrel, you’ll find a manual focus ring and a manual aperture ring at the front. The aperture ring can be de-clicked by pulling and turning it, which is handy for filmmakers. Also, the NOKTON 75mm F/1.5 Aspherical, similar to the 50mm and 40mm, covers full-frame image sensors.
While the NOKTON 75mm F/1.5 Aspherical is not weather-sealed, it has electronic contacts on the Canon RF lens mount. The lens and your Canon RF camera will be able to communicate, but the day of third-party autofocus lenses has not yet come. Indeed, these electronic contacts transmit Exif information, in-body image stabilization (IBIS) if your camera has it, and manual focus support, including magnification, peaking, and focus guide.
Lens design
The lens design of the NOKTON 75mm F/1.5 Aspherical consists of seven elements in six groups. The aperture diaphragm features no less than twelve blades. The minimum focusing distance is 50cm/19.7in. Lastly, the front filter thread is 62mm, and the lens comes with a screw-in lens hood with a filter thread.
Price and availability
The Voigtlander NOKTON 75mm F/1.5 Aspherical should be available in April 2024 for around $900.
For more information, please visit Cosina’s website here.
What do you think about this Cosina prime lens for Canon RF cameras? Are you patiently waiting for third-party Canon RF lenses with autofocus capabilities? What prime lens are you currently waiting for in the Canon lineup? Don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments below!
