Tag: 7Artisans

M Files (24): M-Mount lenses from China, an overview

TTArtisan, 7Artisans, Laowa, Thypoch , Light Lens Lab, Polar, Mr. Ding, Funleader are some of the many new M-Mount lens manufacturers from China. Part 24 of our series, the M Files, gives a unique overview of the market.

Under £500 for a 75mm f/1.25 light monster. Is it for real?

Thinking of buying the £10,250 Leica 75mm Noctilux. Just for a moment, perhaps? But what about £450 for this 7Artisans look-similar. Is it worth a punt?

What a fool says he

We've all done some silly things in our time. But this one takes the biscuit in my book....

7Artisans 55mm f/1.4 TL unboxing

Unboxing the 7Artisans 55mm f/1.4 TL and taking the new toy for walkies, attached to the Leica CL

Is this the least expensive native L-mount lens for your Leica CL?

What do you get for £139 if you are in the market for an f/1.4 prime for your Leica CL? Quite a lot, as it happens....

55mm f/1.4 TL prime: Worth a punt at £139?

What to expect from 55mm f/1.4 TL-mount lens for £139? We are going to find out soon....