TTArtisan's ultra-fast manual focus portrait prime for Leica M with f/1.25 aperture.
The TTArtisan 90mm f/1.25 is an ultra-fast manual focus portrait prime originally designed for Leica M-mount. At f/1.25 it provides extraordinary shallow depth of field and a distinctive dreamy rendering that appeals to photographers seeking a unique aesthetic not achievable with conventional lenses.
Wide open at f/1.25 the lens is deliberately soft with heavy vignetting and a dreamlike quality. Bokeh is smooth and swirling. Stopped down to f/2-2.8 it becomes reasonably sharp. Build is all-metal with substantial weight at 720g. The 1-metre minimum focus distance is long for a portrait lens.
Available natively for Leica M mount with adapter compatibility for Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X, and L-Mount. Filter thread is 62mm. The lens is designed for the Leica M rangefinder experience but works well adapted to mirrorless bodies with focus peaking.
Moderate value used. Check the aperture ring, focus ring smoothness, and optical elements. The lens is a creative tool — f/1.25 is an experience rather than a practical aperture. Best appreciated by photographers who understand and seek the specific rendering character.