Voigtlander Nokton 75mm F1.5 Aspherical (Nikon Z)

The optical design descends from Voigtländer's VM 75mm F1.5, which reviewers found reasonably sharp in the centre at f/1.5 with some glow and astigmatism toward the edges, improving clearly at f/2 and very good by f/2.8. Close-range performance is a strength, which suits head-and-shoulders portraits.

Bokeh is praised as smooth with rich colour and contrast, and the lens is regarded as a good-value alternative to larger f/1.4 and f/1.2 85mm lenses on Nikon Z. Lateral colour and some fringing on backlit edges are the main optical weak points noted.

Nikon Z owners like how small and light it is for a fast short telephoto and describe the colour and contrast as rich. Many use it for portraits and event candids where the 85mm f/1.2 S would be bulky, and value the focus-confirmation aids the electronic contacts enable.

Common complaints are softness at f/1.5 in the corners, the lack of a de-click option for video, and the difficulty of nailing focus wide open on moving subjects without autofocus.