Voigtlander's ultra-fast MFT portrait prime — f/0.95 at 85mm equiv for extreme shallow DOF.
The Voigtlander Nokton 42.5mm f/0.95 is a manual-focus ultra-fast prime for Micro Four Thirds, providing 85mm equivalent at f/0.95 — the fastest autofocus-mount lens available for MFT. It delivers full-frame-like shallow DOF on the smaller sensor.
Optically distinctive — soft at f/0.95 with dramatic shallow DOF that approximates full-frame f/1.9. Sharpens significantly by f/1.4. The f/0.95 rendering is unique — dreamy and characterful. Manual focus with smooth Voigtlander precision helicoid.
Micro Four Thirds mount with 58mm filter thread. Approximately 571g — heavy for MFT. No electronic contacts on most versions. All-metal construction. De-clickable aperture ring. Minimum focus distance 23cm. 10 aperture blades.
Available used at professional prices. The f/0.95 on MFT provides approximately f/1.9 FF equivalent DOF — meaningful shallow DOF previously impossible on MFT. Focus at f/0.95 is extremely challenging. For MFT photographers wanting maximum subject isolation and creative bokeh effects.