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7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 Review | 54 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£190
Avg. price in US: ~$150
Lens mount: Canon EF-M, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds
Maximum focal length: 35 mm
Maximum aperture (telephoto end): 0.95
Optical image stabilization: no
Maximum angle of view: 43.9 °

7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 review. Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among camera lenses and if it is worth buying.

6.7

Good

6.5

Good

7.3

Very good

7.3
Low-light photography
Score components:
70.0%
10
Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
30.0%
1.0
Optical image stabilization
5.4
Travel
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30.0%
9.2
Lens length
25.0%
8.8
Lens diameter
25.0%
1.0
Weather sealing (splashproof)
20.0%
1.0
Optical image stabilization

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Verdict

The 7artisans 35mm f/0.95 is a fully manual APS-C prime lens featuring a robust all-metal build, a 12-blade aperture for smooth bokeh, and an optical construction of 11 elements in 8 groups. Its main advantages include an ultra-fast f/0.95 maximum aperture for exceptional low-light performance and shallow depth of field, a compact form factor weighing approximately 369g, and a smooth de-clicked aperture ring ideal for video work. However, users should note that the lens is prone to significant flare and chromatic aberration wide open, lacks electronic contacts for EXIF data, and can exhibit softness at the edges until stopped down to around f/2.8.

Technical Specifications of 7Artisans 35mm F 0 95

Overall score

6.7

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.

When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Mount & Format

1.0

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Lens type

What it is: The optical category that indicates whether the lens is a prime, zoom, macro, fisheye, or another design.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a prime, zoom, macro, or specialty lens for the kind of subjects you shoot.

Importance: LOW

prime

Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which cameras the lens can be attached to.

When it matters: When camera compatibility and access to the right lens ecosystem are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Canon EF-M, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds

Sensor format coverage

What it is: The largest sensor size the lens is designed to cover without severe vignetting.

When it matters: When you need the lens to fully cover your camera sensor without heavy corner darkening.

Importance: LOW

APS-C

Filter thread size

What it is: The diameter of the front filter thread used for screw-in filters and compatible accessories.

When it matters: When you plan to use screw-in filters such as polarizers, ND filters, or protective glass.

Importance: LOW

52 mm

Teleconverter compatibility

What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.

When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.

Importance: HIGH

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Optics & Aperture

8.6

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Minimum focal length

What it is: The shortest focal length the lens can provide, which determines its widest framing.

When it matters: When wide framing matters for landscapes, interiors, architecture, or travel shots.

Importance: LOW

35 mm

Maximum focal length

What it is: The longest focal length the lens can reach, which determines its telephoto reach.

When it matters: When you need more reach for wildlife, sports, stage events, or distant details.

Importance: LOW

35 mm

Optical zoom

What it is: The ratio between the longest and shortest focal lengths available in the lens zoom range.

When it matters: When you want one lens to cover a broader range of compositions without swapping glass.

Importance: LOW

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Maximum angle of view

What it is: The widest scene the lens can capture at its shortest focal length.

When it matters: When you need to fit more of a room, skyline, or landscape into the frame.

Importance: LOW

43.9 °

Minimum angle of view

What it is: The narrowest scene the lens captures at its longest focal length.

When it matters: When you want tighter framing on faraway subjects without moving closer.

Importance: LOW

43 °

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Focus & Controls

4.3

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Focus motor

What it is: The autofocus drive system responsible for moving lens elements into focus.

When it matters: When fast, quiet autofocus matters for video, wildlife, street shots, or moving subjects.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Minimum focus distance

What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.

When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum reproduction ratio

What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.

When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.

Importance: MEDIUM

Full-time manual focus

What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.

When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.

Importance: HIGH

Internal focusing

What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.

When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.

Importance: HIGH

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Stabilization

4.2

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.

When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)

What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.

When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.

Importance: HIGH

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Build & Handling

5.7

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.

When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.

Importance: HIGH

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Lens length

What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.

When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.

Importance: HIGH

Lens diameter

What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.

When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weather sealing (splashproof)

What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.

When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.

Importance: HIGH

Metal mount

What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.

When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.

Importance: HIGH

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Lab Scores

9.0

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DxOMark overall score

What it is: The combined DxOMark lens rating based on lab-tested optical performance.

When it matters: When you want a quick lab-based summary of overall optical performance before comparing lenses in detail.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark sharpness score

What it is: The DxOMark subscore that reflects how much detail the lens can resolve across the frame.

When it matters: When fine detail matters for landscapes, product work, or high-resolution cameras.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark transmission

What it is: The measured light transmission of the lens, expressed as T-stop rather than nominal f-number.

When it matters: When real light loss matters for exposure consistency in studio, cinema, or mixed-lens shoots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark distortion

What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.

When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark vignetting

What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.

When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 vs the average camera lens

Why is 7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 better than the average camera lens?

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1.85 lower f-number at telephoto end
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/1 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
What it is: The widest aperture available at the long end of the zoom range, affecting light intake and background blur.
When it matters: When you shoot at the long end in low light or want stronger background blur for portraits and sports.
Importance: HIGH
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/1 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.0.95 vs 2.8
3 more aperture blades
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has more aperture blades than the average camera lens (12 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
What it is: The number of diaphragm blades that shape the aperture opening and influence blur rendering.
When it matters: When the look of out-of-focus highlights matters in portraits, close-ups, or cinematic video.
Importance: HIGH
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has more aperture blades than the average camera lens (12 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.12 vs 9
Has aperture ring
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
What it is: A dedicated ring on the lens used to control the aperture directly.
When it matters: When you want direct tactile control over exposure while shooting photos or video.
Importance: MEDIUM
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
De-clickable aperture ring.
What it is: An aperture ring that can switch from stepped clicks to smooth rotation for video work.
When it matters: When you shoot video and need smooth aperture changes without audible or visible click steps.
Importance: MEDIUM
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
What it is: A marked scale that shows the approximate focus distance set on the lens.
When it matters: When you pre-focus manually for street, zone focusing, or repeatable tripod setups.
Importance: MEDIUM
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
36 mm shorter lens
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 is shorter than the average camera lens (56 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.
When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.
Importance: HIGH
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 is shorter than the average camera lens (56 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.56 mm vs 92 mm
15 mm narrower lens barrel
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 is slimmer than the average camera lens (62 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.
When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 is slimmer than the average camera lens (62 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.62 mm vs 77 mm
Newer release date
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 was released more recently than the average camera lens.
October 2020
What it is: The date when the lens model was first officially introduced.
When it matters: When you prefer a newer optical design with more modern autofocus, coatings, or stabilization features.
Importance: LOW
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 was released more recently than the average camera lens.2020 vs 2016
1.85 lower f-number at telephoto end
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a brighter maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/1 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
3 more aperture blades
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has more aperture blades than the average camera lens (12 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
Has aperture ring
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
36 mm shorter lens
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 is shorter than the average camera lens (56 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
15 mm narrower lens barrel
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 is slimmer than the average camera lens (62 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
Newer release date
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 was released more recently than the average camera lens.

Optics & Aperture

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Build & Handling

Why is 7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 worse than the average camera lens?

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2 fewer aspherical elements
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
No full-time manual focus
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
Manual-focus-only lens.
No internal focusing
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support internal focusing, the average camera lens does. 83.7% of camera lenses support internal focusing.
Barrel extends during focusing.
0.06 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.1x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
0.07 m longer minimum focus distance
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.4 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
Not weather-sealed
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
No lens hood
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not include a lens hood, the average camera lens does. 89.1% of camera lenses include a lens hood.
Not weather-sealed
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.
When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.
Importance: HIGH
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
No full-time manual focus
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
Manual-focus-only lens.
What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.
When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.
Importance: HIGH
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
No internal focusing
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support internal focusing, the average camera lens does. 83.7% of camera lenses support internal focusing.
Barrel extends during focusing.
What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.
When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.
Importance: HIGH
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not support internal focusing, the average camera lens does. 83.7% of camera lenses support internal focusing.
No lens hood
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not include a lens hood, the average camera lens does. 89.1% of camera lenses include a lens hood.
What it is: Whether a matching lens hood is supplied in the box.
When it matters: When you want flare protection straight out of the box without buying extra accessories.
Importance: MEDIUM
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 does not include a lens hood, the average camera lens does. 89.1% of camera lenses include a lens hood.
2 fewer aspherical elements
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
What it is: Specially shaped lens elements used to reduce distortion and improve sharpness with fewer optical compromises.
When it matters: When edge sharpness and lower distortion matter in wide-angle, travel, or everyday shooting.
Importance: MEDIUM
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.0 vs 2
0.06 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.1x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.
When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.
Importance: MEDIUM
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.1x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.0.13 x vs 0.192 x
10.9% lower user score
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a lower user score than the average camera lens (7.30 vs 8.091).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters: When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a lower user score than the average camera lens (7.30 vs 8.091).7.3 vs 8.09
0.07 m longer minimum focus distance
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.4 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.
When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.
Importance: MEDIUM
7Artisans 35mm F 0 95 has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.4 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.0.37 m vs 0.3 m

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What customers like about 7Artisans 35mm F 0 95?

Ultra-fast f/0.95 aperture provides exceptional low-light performance and shallow depth of field.
Excellent value for money compared to first-party or premium third-party alternatives.
Solid all-metal construction that feels premium and robust.
Smooth and buttery bokeh with 12 aperture blades for circular out-of-focus highlights.
Surprisingly good center sharpness even when shooting wide open at f/0.95.
Compact and well-balanced size for mirrorless camera systems.
De-clicked aperture ring is highly beneficial for smooth exposure transitions in video.

What customers dislike about 7Artisans 35mm F 0 95?

Lack of 'clicks' on the aperture ring can lead to accidental setting changes during stills photography.
Significant softness and loss of resolution at the edges and corners of the frame.
Prone to chromatic aberration (purple/green fringing) and flare in high-contrast lighting.
Manual focus only, which can be challenging for tracking moving subjects like children or pets.
Heavy for its size (approx. 369g) due to the large amount of glass required for the fast aperture.
Resolution and contrast can drop noticeably when focusing on distant subjects at wide apertures.
Lens cap design is sometimes cited as poor, with a tendency to fall off easily.

Expert reviews

jonasraskphotography.com

15/11/2020

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The 7artisans 35mm f/0.95 review – jonasrask | photography

The 7artisans 35mm f/0.95 is a compact, all-metal manual lens designed for APS-C systems like Fujifilm X-mount, offering exceptional build and image quality that rivals the much pricier Mitakon 35mm f/0.95 mk2. Priced at $249 USD, it features a heavy, premium feel with a very smooth focus ring, dampened end-stops, and a 12-blade rounded aperture that produces outstandingly smooth bokeh and creative flaring. In terms of performance, the lens is impressively sharp wide open at f/0.95, particularly at close ranges, and integrates perfectly with Fujifilm’s focus peaking for easy manual focusing. Despite its high value, the lens has several notable drawbacks. The aperture ring is entirely clickless, which may frustrate photographers who prefer tactile feedback, leading the reviewer to tape it in place to avoid accidental shifts. Optically, it exhibits slight barrel distortion and minor optical vignetting that causes a cat-eye swirl in the bokeh near the frame edges. Additionally, side-by-side testing reveals that its light transmission (T-stop) is about 3% darker than the Mitakon, making it closer to a T1.0 lens. Finally, it does not include a lens hood,...

dustinabbott.net

19/02/2021

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7Artisans 35mm F0.95 Review and Images – DustinAbbott.net

Dustin Abbott's review of the 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 highlights a budget-friendly, all-metal APS-C lens that provides solid, useful center sharpness and beautifully rendered bokeh through a 12-bladed aperture at a price under $250. It is optimized for close-up, dramatic imaging, offering a distinct, high-value option for photographers willing to work with a fully manual,, non-electronic lens. Conversely, the lens suffers from significant, soft contrast and sharpness drop-off in the corners, strong field curvature, and notable longitudinal/lateral chromatic aberrations at wide apertures. The extremely shallow depth of field at f/0.95 makes focusing challenging, and the lens lacks electronic contacts for EXIF data and does not come with a lens hood.

5050travelog.com

11/05/2021

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7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 Review – 5050 Travelog

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findingrange.com

30/12/2021

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7artisans Photoelectric 35mm f0.95 Lens Review – FindingRange

The 7artisans Photoelectric 35mm f0.95 Lens is a highly flexible, all-metal manual focus lens that provides exceptional value for Fujifilm X-Series shooters, costing only $249. Tested on a Fuji X-T3, the lens is notably compact and lightweight at 369 grams, matching the physical size of Fujifilm’s own 35mm f1.4 and making it excellent for discreet street or portrait photography. Key advantages (pros) highlighted in the review include its superb build quality, an incredibly smooth focus ring with a short focus throw that simplifies general shooting, and its remarkable ability to render silky, stunning bokeh via its 12-blade diaphragm. Optically, it delivers excellent color, strong contrast, and center sharpness even at f0.95, while successfully resisting flare despite lacking a lens hood. On the downside, the reviewer notes a few drawbacks (cons), primarily focusing on the de-clicked aperture ring, which is less ideal for photographers and has a minor tendency to shift slightly away from the f0.95 setting during use. Optical flaws are minimal, restricted to some expected corner softness and noticeable vignetting when shooting wide open at f0.95, though stopping the...

sonyalphalab.com

01/12/2020

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My 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 LensGo to product viewer dialog for this item. Review(radojuva.com) | February 17, 2021 | 7Artisans 35mm Review 1: 0.95

The 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 is an affordable, ultra-fast fully manual prime lens designed for APS-C crop factor cameras, retailing for around $250 US. Tested on a Sony A6400, this compact and relatively lightweight metal lens provides a 52.5mm effective focal length compared to a full-frame standard view. It features an aperture range of f/0.95 to f/16, an 11-element construction, a 12-blade diaphragm, a de-clicked aperture ring, and a minimum focus distance of 0.37 metres. The reviewer highly recommends the lens for photographers and videographers seeking maximum creative freedom, noting that its value-for-money is exceptionally high. In terms of performance, the lens earns a score of 87 out of 100 overall, praised heavily for its outstanding low-light performance (94) and maximum "fun factor" (100). The primary pros include its affordability, excellent real-world image quality, and the ability to produce an incredibly shallow depth of field with "killer bokeh" and creamy backgrounds. Conversely, the main cons are its complete lack of electronic contacts—meaning no metadata transfer to the camera—and the fact that it is strictly manual focus, which demands extra patience from...

radojuva.com

17/02/2021

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7Artisans 35mm Review 1: 0.95 – Radozhiva

The 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 lens review on Radozhiva highlights a budget-friendly, manual-focus prime for crop-sensor mirrorless cameras, featuring robust metal construction, 12 aperture blades for smooth bokeh, and usable center sharpness at maximum aperture. While offering a unique ultra-fast aesthetic at an accessible price, the lens exhibits significant chromatic aberrations, struggles in backlit scenarios, and suffers from a short focus throw that complicates precise focusing.

35mmc.com

22/12/2024

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7Artisans 35mm 0.95 – Testing this Fujifilm X Mount Lens in a Demanding Environment

The 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 lens delivers impressive absolute performance on Fujifilm X-mount cameras, proving it is much more than just a budget-friendly option. Tested in a demanding opera house environment alongside a 40-megapixel Fujifilm X-T5, the lens showcases exceptional colour reproduction and skin tone rendering reminiscent of the classic Zeiss look. Its high resolving power easily satisfies dense, modern sensors with minimal post-production adjustments. Furthermore, the physical build is robust enough for reliable field use, and it suffers from no noticeable distortion or problematic chromatic aberration. The ultra-wide f/0.95 maximum aperture provides excellent foreground separation, making subjects pop out of the frame. However, the lens has several distinct drawbacks that users must manage in fast-paced environments. Its primary flaw is a non-clicking aperture ring that can shift unpredictably, forcing the photographer to constantly double-check settings when they need to trust their gear. Additionally, manual focusing at such a bright aperture is inherently tricky, and the bokeh design itself is not considered a major strength of the lens. There is also noticeable softness in the corners of the frame. To mitigate...

sonyalphalab.com

07/11/2020

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7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 Lens – Lab Testing – SonyAlphaLab jonasrask | photography

The 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 lens lab test by SonyAlphaLab highlights an impressive, ultra-fast optic tailored for APS-C crop factor cameras. Priced at a budget-friendly $250 US, this fully manual lens delivers incredible value with standout advantages in its core mechanics. Pros include its excellent, all-metal build quality that feels substantial in the hand, paired with outstanding center sharpness that dramatically "tacks up" starting at f/2.8. Its defining feature is an incredibly shallow depth of field made possible by the massive f/0.95 maximum aperture, enabling unparalleled low-light shooting capabilities. YouTube · However, the lab results reveal several optical trade-offs required to hit this aggressive price point. Cons include noticeable softness in the center at f/0.95 and inherently soft corners that do not fully sharpen until stopped down to f/5.6. Lab testing also uncovers significant purple and green chromatic fringing at closer focus distances. While this color aberration begins to fade at f/2 and disappears by f/5.6, the lack of any automated electronic communication or autofocus means users must slow down and manually correct these quirks in post-processing. YouTube ·Miklós Mayer -...

digitalkamera.de

01/03/2021

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Review: 7Artisans 35mm F0.95

The 7Artisans 35mm F0.95 is an affordable, manual-focus lens under €300 that offers robust, compact metal construction and smooth, tactile handling. It excels in creative photography, providing extremely shallow depth of field, smooth bokeh, and a distinct artistic rendering for, as noted, around €300. However, the lens suffers from major optical drawbacks, including severe corner softness and weak edge resolution even on Micro Four Thirds sensors, making it unsuitable for landscape work. It lacks electronic contacts for EXIF data and exhibits significant vignetting, requiring users to accept these compromises for the, as noted, unique f/0.95 performance.

fotowissen.eu

28/06/2025

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7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 Lens Review – Bokeh Test

Technical Highlights and Usability Pros, Cons, and Final Verdict The reviewer highlights several major strengths and weaknesses for prospective buyers. On the positive side, the lens is exceptionally affordable (retailing between €217 and €279), boasts premium metallic construction, offers a buttery smooth focus ring, and delivers an incredibly shallow depth of field with creamy bokeh effect. Conversely, the optical drawbacks are prominent: image sharpness is mediocre wide-open at f/0.95, and usable edge-to-edge sharpness is only achieved after stopping down to f/4 or f/5.6. It struggles significantly with backlight and flare due to the lack of an included lens hood, and suffers from heavy color fringing (chromatic aberration) that persists all the way up to f/4. While it does not match the clinical optical perfection of native lenses like the Fujifilm XF35mm f/1.4, its imperfections give it a dreamy, vintage, "Wabi-Sabi" quality. Ultimately, the 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 is highly recommended for patient photographers looking for a fun, budget-friendly gateway into creative bokeh and nostalgic character photography.

wesargware.de

12/03/2021

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Review: 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 lens on the Canon EOS M5

The 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 lens is a fully mechanical, manual focus lens designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras (such as the Canon EOS M5 tested here) and Micro Four Thirds mounts. The reviewer notes that its massive f/0.95 maximum aperture excels at creating an extremely shallow depth of field and beautiful foreground/background isolation, making it highly effective for portrait photography. Built entirely from metal and glass, the lens offers a very high-quality, premium tactical feel with well-damped, smooth focus and clickless aperture rings. At an affordable price point of around €270, the lens delivers impressive central sharpness even when shot wide open at f/0.95, while the corners remain acceptable. However, the lens has several distinct drawbacks. Because it lacks electronic contacts, it transmits no EXIF data to the camera, and users must manually activate internal camera settings ("Release without lens") just to make it operate. Optically, the lens suffers from prominent chromatic aberrations (color fringing around high-contrast edges) at wide apertures, noticeable focus breathing (zooming in slightly when pulling focus), and it does not ship with a lens hood. Physically, at...

nikolaus-burgard.de

05/01/2021

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7Artisans 35mm f/0.95: Introduction and Review

The 7Artisans 35mm f0.95 is a highly recommended ultra-fast manual lens for APS-C cameras that acts as a "night vision device" due to its extreme light gathering capability. It features an excellent all-metal build with a clickless aperture ring, making it a strong choice for both photographers and filmmakers. The lens delivers impressive sharpness at wide-open apertures, especially in the close-up range, and creates a creamy bokeh with large, round highlight disks thanks to its 12-blade design. While it excels in many areas, the review notes specific drawbacks such as noticeable chromatic aberrations (green bokeh fringing) when shot wide open. Additionally, while the background blur is generally harmonious, occasional double structures can appear at medium distances, and some outlining may occur in challenging backgrounds. Despite these minor issues, it is considered a price-performance winner for its versatility and surprising ability to almost illuminate a full-frame sensor for artistic effects. If you'd like to explore further, I can help you: Compare it against the 7Artisans 35mm f1.4 Mark II Find current pricing on major internet platforms See reviews for other APS-C...

florian-renz.de

18/02/2021

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The 7artisans 35mm F0.95 for the Fuji X System

The 7artisans 35mm F0.95 is an ultra-fast, fully manual lens designed for the Fuji X-mount system that delivers a 52mm full-frame focal equivalent on APS-C sensors. The reviewer notes that the build quality is exceptionally high for its low price point, featuring a heavy, premium feel due to its metal and glass construction. In terms of performance, it produces a distinct, creamy bokeh that is visually pleasing and lacks the harshness often found in budget lenses. Additionally, the manual focusing ring operates with a smooth, millimeter-precise action that pairs exceptionally well with Fuji's built-in focus peaking systems. However, the lens comes with notable ergonomics and optical drawbacks. A major design flaw is the reversed placement of the control rings, positioning the aperture ring at the very front and the focus ring behind it, causing the reviewer to constantly misadjust the aperture by mistake while focusing. Optically, shooting directly into the sun creates green and purple color fringing (chromatic aberration). When compared to the native Fuji XF 35mm F1.4 lens, the 7artisans is nearly double the weight at 369g, lacks an...

digixo.com

04/05/2026

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Testing the 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 - Digixo

The Digixo review highlights the 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 as an affordable, manual-focus APS-C lens, offering excellent central sharpness at maximum aperture, low vignetting, and smooth bokeh, all housed in a robust, all-metal body. It is highly regarded for its ability to deliver extreme low-light performance and an ultra-shallow depth of field, making it a competitive, budget-friendly option for portraiture. YouTube · However, the review notes significant, consistent compromises, including poor corner sharpness, noticeable haze, and strong chromatic aberrations at f/0.95. Additional limitations include high susceptibility to flare, soft performance when focusing at infinity, a de-clicked aperture ring, and the requirement for manual, non-electronic focus control.

fujistas.com

23/10/2023

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7artisans 35mm F0.95 Review: Ultra-Brightness Within Everyone's Reach

The 7Artisans 35mm F0.95 is a compact, retro-styled manual focus lens designed specifically for APS-C sensors, giving an equivalent 50mm field of view on full-frame cameras. Weighing 369 grams, this affordable metal lens is highly valued for its distinct "playful" factor, offering smooth focus and aperture rings that grant full artistic control. Its standout features (Pros) include excellent sharpness in the center of the frame even at its maximum aperture, a beautifully smooth bokeh with a slight swirling character, and an incredibly shallow depth of field that mimics a full-frame camera aesthetic. Additionally, it manages distortion and vignetting quite well, with corner shading disappearing almost entirely by f/2. However, the lens sacrifices technical perfection for its record-breaking brightness (Cons). Its corner sharpness is described as terrible until stopped down to f/2, and it suffers from rampant axial chromatic aberrations—showing noticeable violet and green fringing in high-contrast out-of-focus areas that cannot be easily fixed in post-processing. Furthermore, it is prone to significant flaring when shooting directly into strong backlighting. Structurally, the lens mount fits a bit too tightly, the clickless aperture...

digitalcamaralens.com

15/01/2021

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7artisans 35mm f/0.95 Review and Test

This technical review of the 7artisans 35mm f/0.95 lens evaluated on a Fujifilm X-H2 camera highlights an affordable, radical lens option built around an all-metal manual design. In terms of advantages, the lens boasts notable performance in controlling both vignetting and geometric distortion (-0.65%), alongside a dense, solid, and high-quality physical construction with smooth handling rings. However, its primary downside is its overall optical quality; it suffers from a severe focal plane curvature, high lateral and longitudinal chromatic aberrations, and poor center sharpness that does not truly clean up or achieve correct color reproduction until it is stopped down to f/2.8. The reviewer was so underwhelmed by its specialized optical flaws that they shifted the standard review format into a simplified profile summary index. On a 0-10 scale, the lens earned a low calidad óptica score of 4.94, receiving a dismal 4 for definition and a 3 for lateral chromatic aberrations. While it excels at producing the ultra-shallow depth-of-field blur typical of an f/0.95 aperture, the narrow manual focus throw makes accurate wide-open micro-adjustments highly difficult, ultimately leading to a...

fujistas.com

17/10/2020

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7Artisans 35mm f0.95 | Fujistas Forum

The 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 manual focus lens is heavily praised in Fujistas forum discussions for providing ultra-bright, wide-aperture photography at an affordable price point. In user and expert reviews mentioned across the thread—such as those by Jonas Rask and Sony Alpha Blog—the lens stands out for its exceptional, all-metal build quality, a highly precise, smoothly dampened manual focus ring, and beautiful color rendition. Optically, the lens delivers a character-rich, creamy background blur (bokeh) that makes it highly effective for portraits and artistic, dreamy video work. Its compact size balances well on mirrorless cameras, and its entry price of around $249 to $255 provides massive financial value, severely undercutting premium rivals like the Mitakon 35mm f/0.95. YouTube · However, reviewers note several optical and mechanical compromises to keep in mind. Wide open at f/0.95, image sharpness is imperfect and center details only reach maximum clarity when stopped down to f/2.8 or f/5.6. Due to its ultra-shallow depth of field and completely manual configuration, the lens lacks electronic contacts, meaning it does not transmit EXIF data to the camera body and makes...

riflessifotografici.com

24/07/2021

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7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 for Fujifilm X

The 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 for Fujifilm X is a budget-friendly, manual-focus lens that offers a solid all-metal construction, smooth focusing, and central sharpness even when wide open. It provides a pleasing bokeh that adds a distinct three-dimensional look to images, making it a highly characterized option for photographers wanting to experiment with manual mechanics. However, the reviewer notes that the lens does not deliver a true f/0.95 performance in terms of light transmission or depth of field, acting more like an f/1.2 lens due to minor exposure changes between settings. The lens suffers from prominent optical flaws, including severe chromatic aberration, strong distortion comparable to a cheap zoom lens, focus breathing, and a lack of a click-stop lock on the aperture ring. While these flaws can sometimes add vintage character, they prevent it from acting as a refined, all-around modern lens. Ultimately, the reviewer concludes that the lens offers performance perfectly aligned with its low price point, making it a fun experimental tool, though users seeking reliable modern performance would be better off buying the comparably priced autofocus Fujifilm XC...

fotodiego.com

27/07/2026

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7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 Specifications and Features

The 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 lens for Fujifilm X-mount is highly regarded by reviewers as an exceptionally affordable, ultra-fast manual lens that delivers a distinctive look. Photographers widely praise its outstanding all-metal and glass build quality, which gives it a premium, durable feel that punches far above its budget price tag. Optically, its biggest strength is the ability to achieve an incredibly shallow depth of field and smooth, buttery bokeh, making it an excellent creative tool for low-light photography and intimate portraits. The center sharpness is surprisingly usable even when shot wide open at f/0.95, and the manual focus ring operates with a smooth, well-dampened resistance that pairs excellently with Fujifilm’s focus peaking tools. YouTube · However, the lens does come with noticeable performance compromises to achieve its low price point. The most common complaint from photographers is the clickless aperture ring, which is easily bumped or changed by accident, requiring constant monitoring during stills shooting. Optically, the image quality suffers from significant softness and a loss of contrast in the corners of the frame, and its performance drops noticeably when...

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