The Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.9 "Rigid-ZS6" revives the legendary Dallmeyer Super Six for modern Leica M photographers. This in-depth review explores its vintage rendering, distinctive character and performance on both the Leica M11-D and Leica M11 Monochrom through portrait sessions, Art Deco interiors and romantic garden settings.

The Omnar Bertele 50mm f/2 MC FLB is not a lens for photographers chasing technical perfection. It is a modern reinterpretation of the classic Sonnar formula that prioritises atmosphere, glow and emotional rendering over clinical sharpness. After shooting with it extensively on the Leica M11 Monochrom in Nice, I discovered a lens that feels cinematic, imperfect and deeply inspiring for portrait photography.

A personal review of the Leica Noctilux 50mm f/1 exploring its rendering for portrait photography, the differences between E58 and E60 v4 versions, and comparison with other Noctilux lenses including the 35mm f/1.2.

The Light Lens Lab Z21 50mm f/1.5 is not about perfection. Inspired by the legendary Angénieux S21, this character lens brings cinematic rendering, field curvature and vintage soul to modern Leica M cameras. In this review, I explore its behaviour in real-world portrait and automotive shoots.

If you love classic Leica rendering but want modern usability, the new Leica 50mm Summilux Pre-ASPH is an excellent choice. It offers a unique balance—dreamy at f/1.4, razor-sharp at f/2.8—making it an ideal all-in-one 50mm. Discover my review about the Leica 50mm Summilux Pre-ASPH