Thypoch Ksana 21mm f/3.5 ASPH. for Leica M with Lens Hood – Silver

CHARACTER AND CONSTRUCTION

The Thypoch Ksana 21mm f/3.5 ASPH Lens is a full-frame manual-focus wide-angle prime designed for photographers and creators seeking a balance between vintage cinematic character and modern optical performance. Built for the Leica M mount system, this lightweight lens combines precise engineering with a retro-inspired rendering style, making it ideal for street photography, architecture, landscapes, and documentary work.

At the heart of its visual signature is Thypoch’s proprietary Epoch Coating 73, which recreates the warm amber-hued flares reminiscent of 1970s cine lenses. This coating adds a nostalgic cinematic glow while preserving clarity and color accuracy, giving images a distinct artistic mood without sacrificing modern fidelity. The optical design includes a mix of aspherical, ED, and HRI elements, ensuring edge-to-edge sharpness, low chromatic aberration, and controlled distortion across the frame.

The lens features a 9-blade iris that produces smooth, rounded bokeh and crisp 18-point starbursts when stopped down to around f/4. Its manual focus system is paired with a scalloped focusing ring for tactile precision, including a tactile resistance point at 0.7m that assists in switching from rangefinder coupling to EVF-assisted focusing. With a minimum focusing distance of 0.5m (19.7 inches), it offers flexibility for environmental close-ups and layered compositions.

Designed for portability and everyday use, the Ksana 21mm weighs only 131g (4.6 oz), making it an excellent companion for compact Leica M bodies. The lens also includes a front lens hood that helps reduce stray light and enhances contrast in challenging lighting conditions.

Key Features:

• 21mm full-frame wide-angle prime lens
• f/3.5 to f/22 aperture range
• Epoch Coating 73 for vintage amber cine-style flares
• 9-blade iris for smooth, rounded bokeh
• Crisp 18-point starbursts at f/4
• Aspherical, ED, and HRI optical elements
• Low chromatic aberration and controlled distortion
• Manual focus design with scalloped focus ring
• Tactile focus detent at 0.7m for focusing mode awareness
• Minimum focus distance: 0.5m (19.7")
• Leica M mount compatibility
• Lightweight portable design (131g / 4.6 oz)
• Includes lens hood for stray light reduction