Leitz Cine M 0.8 f/1.4 Full-Frame 3-Lens Bundle (M Mount, Feet) Review

The Leitz Cine M 0.8 lenses successfully translate the revered character of Leica’s M-mount photography glass into a package built for modern cinematography. These are not simple re-housings. Instead, Leitz has engineered a proper cinema tool that retains the soul of the original optics, delivering that coveted, almost indescribable 'Leica look' with full-frame coverage. The result is a set of lenses that renders images with exceptional center sharpness that gently falls off, beautiful and natural-looking bokeh, and a distinct personality that separates it from more clinical, technically perfect cinema glass.

Make no mistake, these lenses are a significant investment and a specialized artistic choice. They are compact and relatively lightweight, a clear benefit inherited from their M-system heritage, making them excellent for gimbal, drone, or more intimate handheld work. While they feature professional 0.8 mod gearing, the native M-mount may require adapters for use with the PL or LPL mounts found on most high-end cinema cameras. Ultimately, the M 0.8 series is for discerning cinematographers who prioritize unique character and a premium, classic aesthetic over a purely technical rendering of a scene.