Thypoch Ksana 35mm f/2 ASPH – Full-Frame Photo Lens for Leica M (black paint)

The Ksana 35mm f/2 ASPH lens combines classic charm with contemporary precision. Inspired by the black lacquer finish of classic M-mount lenses, this lens offers a captivating photographic experience for landscape, street, portrait, travel, and documentary photographers.

Weighing just 198.6 g and measuring 27 mm from the flange to the front element, the Ksana 35mm f/2 ASPH. is designed as the ideal companion to carry with you at all times, with a compact profile that ensures effortless daily transport, whether strolling through city streets or exploring distant landscapes. The classic 35mm focal length offers a natural perspective with a harmonious balance between narrative tension and spatial depth. From environmental portraits to travel narratives, it offers exceptional versatility in a discreet and lightweight format.

The visual language of 1980s photography was defined by the way lenses from that era handled light. The coatings of that period produced a characteristic golden-purple glow and a warmth in color reproduction that gave images a cinematic rather than technically neutral look. The Epoch Coating 84' brings that same sensibility to the Ksana 35mm. Developed using Thypoch’s expertise in cinematographic optics, it brings the quality of the glow and the tonal character of the most distinctive lenses of that era to a lens designed for today’s photographers.

Crafted from solid brass, the Ksana 35mm f/2 ASPH lens combines durability with a refined feel. The black edition pays homage to classic designs, featuring a subtle, oil-based semi-gloss finish that offers a smooth, refined feel. Also available in silver, this model features a refined metallic sheen that harmonizes perfectly with silver-bodied cameras. Both versions incorporate a crescent-shaped focus ring for intuitive handling, and a tactile stop at 0.7 m reminds the user of the rangefinder’s focus limit.

Behind its classic design lies a meticulously engineered optical system comprising 8 elements in 5 groups, including 1 aspherical (ASPH) element, 1 extra-low dispersion (ED) element, and 2 high-refractive-index (HRI) elements. This powerful configuration ensures sharp resolution, well-controlled aberrations, and incredibly smooth bokeh. With a perfect balance of brightness and versatility, the maximum aperture of f/2 and a minimum focusing distance of 0.5 m allow the Ksana 35mm to deliver exceptional subject separation and depth of field, making subjects stand out with unmatched sharpness and emotional presence.