Thypoch Simera Simera 35mm f/1.4
The f/1.4 aperture and 14-blade diaphragm produce smooth bokeh, and the multi-layer coating cuts flare for clean low-light images. Its light 352g body, 0.45m minimum focus, and 1:1.4 magnification add close-up versatility, while the all-metal construction provides durability. Best suited for portrait photographers wanting precise manual focus control and a vintage rendering style.
Informazioni su questo Lens
About THYPOCH Simera f/1.4 Aspherical Lens Thypoch Expands Simera 35mm & 28mm f/1.4 Lineup to Z/ X/ E/ RF Mounts Thypoch, the emerging manufacturer of photo lenses in vintage look, is set to expand its popular Simera 35mm f/1.4 and Simera 28mm f/1.4 lenses to include Z/E/X/RF mount options. 35 & 28 mm boasts a wide aperture of F1.4 and a 14-blade diaphragm that creates stunning bokeh, effortlessly isolating subjects from their surroundings and delivering a mesmerizing sense of space.With a gentle focus roll-off, it weaves a visual aesthetic that transcends the boundaries of ordinary perception, painting poetry with every click.
Improved User ExperienceThe ergonomic crescent-shaped focus tab for the Z/E/X/RF lenses marks a significant improvement in the focusing experience. It’s a game-changer for focusing, replacing the old infinity lock with a design that makes focusing smoother and more intuitive, enabling photographers to achieve precise focus on their subjects with greater ease and comfort.
Retained Design and OpticsThe classic design of the automatic depth-of-field scale provides a quick and easy way for photographers to determine focus distance when shooting at hyperfocal distances, ensuring that every shot is perfectly focused.
Simera 35mm f/1.4 and Simera 28mm f/1.4 for Z/E/X/RF mount have a constant maximum aperture of f/1.4 and a constant minimum focusing distance of 0.45m and 0.4m.Both lenses feature built-in floating elements (FLE) to ensure optimal image performance at close distances, delivering sharp imaging from center to edge and conveying subtle narrative texture.
Clicked and de-clicked aperture modes symbolized by icons “sun” and “moon” are also in place for users to choose based on their needs. Videography is made easier via de-clicked aperture modes, which enable users to switch apertures silently and seamlessly. Simera 1:1.4 / 35 & 28mm ASPHThypoch Simera offers a new way of seeing, a window into the present. Like a portal, it transports us beyond the constraints of the ordinary, revealing a world of hidden grandeur and subtle majesty.Artistic Expression Poetic Moments35&28mm boasts a wide aperture of F1.4 and a 14-blade diaphragm that creates stunning bokeh, effortlessly isolating subjects from their surroundings and delivering a mesmerizing sense of space.With a gentle focus roll-off, it weaves a visual aesthetic that transcends the boundaries of ordinary perception, painting poetry with every click.Cutting-Edge Optics Exquisite DetailsThypoch Simera 35mm incorporates three high refractive index (HRI) lens elements and one aspherical lens, meticulously correcting curvature of field and spherical aberrations, resulting in unparalleled image quality.Every intricate detail and texture emerges with astonishing clarity and accuracy, immersing you in the extensive and delicate grayscale tonality, creating captivating visual narratives with nuanced tones.Exceptional Mobility with Timeless EleganceThypoch Simera's sleek design harmonizes with the aesthetics of Rangefinder cameras. The vintage-inspired aluminum alloy exterior, available in classic black and silver, evokes a sense of nostalgia.Its compact and lightweight nature makes it an essential companion for street photography, capturing fleeting moments with ease.Focused Intuition Reliable PrecisionWith a minimum focusing distance of 0.45m, Thypoch Simera 35mm allows users to explore the subtleties of the subjects with extraordinary details.The subtle resistance at 0.7m on focus ring provides the tactile feedback to intuitively alert when rangefinder focus will invalidate, and the EVF (electronic viewfinder) shall be used for optimal focus accuracy instead.Fast and VersatileCapture stunning images with Thypoch Simera's remarkable F1.4 fast aperture with a shallow depth of field that allows for precise subject isolation, even in challenging low-light conditions. Infuse your image compositions with an exquisite artistic texture, evoking emotion and captivating viewers.Seamlessly transition between click and de-click modes unlocks your creative potentials and enables smooth aperture adjustments during video shooting.Automatic Depth - of-Field IndicatorInspired by the golden age of optics, this design enables photographers to easily visualize the range of focus within their composition, assisting them in making artistic decisions, especially when using hyperfocal distance in street and landscape photography.Aura, Within ReachThe Thypoch Simera lenses seamlessly pair with rangefinder cameras, offering agile and precise focusing even in challenging low-light conditions.It empowers photographers with greater control, ensuring the swift capture of every fleeting street moment when inspiration strikes, thus expanding the boundaries of your creative exploration.Crafted with FinesseEach Thypoch Simera lens comes with a retro-inspired square lens hood, meticulously anodized for durability and scratch resistance, ensuring both style and functionality.The threaded interior of the hood maintains image sharpness even in direct light, faithfully capturing pure and vivid details.THYPOCH Simera f/1.4 Aspherical Lens FeaturesArtistic Expression Poetic MomentsCutting-Edge Optics Exquisite DetailsExceptional Mobility with Timeless EleganceFocused Intuition Reliable PrecisionFast and VersatileAutomatic Depth - of-Field IndicatorWarranty InformationThis product has a limited warranty of 12 months.https://www.thypoch.store/shipping-returns - - Join VIP PROEarn 2X Points + Exclusive Perks!Sell or Trade your GearGet started in 3 easy stepsKey FeaturesCapture stunning images with the Simera f/1.4 aspherical lens, perfect for low-light photography.Experience exceptional image quality with this rangefinder lens's multi-layer coating, reducing flare.Achieve beautiful bokeh with the 14-blade iris, ideal for portrait photography with this prime lens.Enjoy smooth, precise manual focus with this lens, giving you full creative control over your shots.Built with premium materials, this lens offers durability and a classic feel for years of use.Available in multiple mounts (Leica M, Nikon Z, Canon RF, etc.) for versatile camera compatibility.What's in the box:THYPOCH Simera f/1.4 Aspherical LensLens HoodFront CapRear CapTHYPOCH 1 Year limited Warranty
- Capture stunning images with the Simera f/1.4 aspherical lens, perfect for low-light photography.
- Experience exceptional image quality with this rangefinder lens's multi-layer coating, reducing flare.
- Achieve beautiful bokeh with the 14-blade iris, ideal for portrait photography with this prime lens.
- Enjoy smooth, precise manual focus with this lens, giving you full creative control over your shots.
- Built with premium materials, this lens offers durability and a classic feel for years of use.
- Available in multiple mounts (Leica M, Nikon Z, Canon RF, etc.) for versatile camera compatibility.
The 30-Second Version
A Gorgeous manual prime with dreamy bokeh and tank-like build, completely undone on Canon RF by a severe color cast. For everyone else, it's a steal.
Overview
The Thypoch Simera 35mm f/1.4 is a love letter to vintage glass, wrapped in all-metal luxury and priced to tempt. Sharpness wide open is genuinely impressive, the 14-blade aperture paints creamy bokeh, and the tactile manual focus makes every shot feel intentional. But for Canon RF shooters, there's a glaring deal-breaker: a severe color cast that turns many images a sickly magenta. If you're on Nikon Z or Fuji X, you can ignore that drama and just enjoy one of the most characterful manual primes under $500. For Canon folks, it's a return waiting to happen.
Performance
We expected decent optical quality, but the Simera's sharpness at f/1.4 genuinely surprised us. It's bitingly crisp in the center, and the long focus throw makes zone focusing a breeze. However, strong vignetting at wide apertures and purple fringing in high-contrast edges are constant reminders that this lens prioritizes personality over perfection. The biggest performance shock? That Canon RF color cast. It's not subtle. Our test unit turned every scene into a magenta nightmare, and multiple owners report the same. It's a shame because the lens otherwise renders beautifully.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Tack-sharp at f/1.4 with gorgeous subject separation 99th
- All-metal build feels like a luxury watch 95th
- 14-blade aperture creates truly silky bokeh
- Smooth, long focus throw perfect for zone focusing
Cons
- Canon RF version has a deal-breaking color cast 14th
- Zero electronic communication: no EXIF aperture, no focus confirmation 17th
- Strong vignetting and purple fringing at fast apertures 25th
- Not weather sealed and questionable quality control on some units 34th
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 35 |
| Focal Length Max | 35 |
| Elements | 9 |
| Groups | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| Coating | multi-layer coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | 1.4 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 14 |
Build
| Mount | Canon RF |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.8 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 49 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 450 |
| Max Magnification | 1:1.4 |
Value & Pricing
Prices bounce wildly from $369 to over $70,000, which is obviously nonsense at the high end, probably a bundled kit or error. At the low end, grab it from a reputable store and you're getting a beautifully built, fast prime with a look all its own. That's genuine value, as long as you're not shooting Canon RF. If you are, even $369 is too much for a lens that tints your world magenta.
vs Competition
Zooms like the Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm or Canon RF-S 18-150mm give you autofocus, electronic communication, and way more versatility, but they can't match the Simera's f/1.4 light gathering or its dreamy, low-depth-of-field look. The Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 is an ultrawide alternative if you want fast glass with AF but nothing like this focal length. Put simply, the Simera competes more with vintage legacy glass than modern lenses. If you want a characterful 35mm manual prime and can avoid the Canon RF mount, it's in a class of one at this price.
| Spec | Thypoch Simera Simera 35mm f/1.4 | Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS | Tamron Di III 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | Meike Neo Series MK-5514STM-Z | Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 35mm | 70-200mm | 28-75mm | 55mm | 14-24mm | 28-200mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | 2.8 | f/2.8 | f/1.4 | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Mount | Canon RF | Sony E | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | Nikon Z | L-Mount |
| Stabilization | false | true | false | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | false | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 352 | 176 | 550 | 280 | 649 | 413 |
| AF Type | manual focus only | HLA | VXD linear motor | STM | stepping motor | Autofocus |
| Lens Type | prime | telephoto | zoom | prime | wide-angle | macro |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thypoch Simera Simera 35mm f/1.4 | 13.9 | 98.7 | 64.5 | 55.4 | 45 | 94.8 | 16.9 | 34 | 25.1 | 34.5 |
| Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Compare | 53.3 | 87.2 | 93.2 | 46.2 | 99.7 | 79.1 | 62.7 | 79.6 | 89.9 | 99.9 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Compare | 98 | 81.2 | 63.1 | 83.9 | 87.9 | 79.1 | 79.9 | 78.6 | 89.9 | 34.5 |
| Meike Neo Series MK-5514STM-Z Compare | 85.5 | 94.9 | 72.8 | 94.6 | 49.7 | 94.8 | 79.9 | 34 | 89.9 | 79.7 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Compare | 85.5 | 81.2 | 55.5 | 97.6 | 82.5 | 79.1 | 0 | 69.2 | 89.9 | 79.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 Compare | 53.3 | 71.9 | 73.7 | 87.8 | 91.2 | 65.6 | 0 | 95.9 | 89.9 | 99.5 |
Common Questions
Q: Does the aperture ring talk to my camera at all?
Not a word. There's no electronic connection, so your aperture won't show up in EXIF and you can't change it from the camera. Set it on the lens and trust your light meter.
Q: Will manual focus aids like subject detection still work on my Nikon Zf?
Yes, subject detection works fine, but the green focus confirmation box never appears because the lens has no pins. You'll rely on focus peaking or a sharp eye.
Q: Can I screw on a standard filter?
Absolutely. Despite the sleek front, it takes ordinary 49mm filters. No weird adapters needed.
Who Should Skip This
If you need autofocus, weather sealing, or any electronic integration with your camera, walk away. And if you're on Canon RF, this lens simply isn't an option until Thypoch fixes the color cast. Grab the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM instead for a similarly compact, native autofocus prime without the magenta headache.
Verdict
If you're on Nikon Z or Fuji X and love the idea of a tactile, beautifully built manual lens with sumptuous rendering, buy the Simera without hesitation. It's a joy to use, and the image quality punches way above its price. Canon RF users, steer clear. The color cast issue is widespread and completely ruins the experience. There are rumors of a fix, but until it ships, this is a hard pass for Canon shooters.
