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Named after the Sanskrit Kṣaṇa (क्षण /ˈksɑːnə/), the Ksana Series represents the eastern concept of the "instant". At roughly 0.018 seconds—nearly a 1/60s shutter speed—a kṣaṇa is the duration of a sudden enlightenment. If photography captures this singular "now", can these frozen moments inspire the future? Perhaps photography is simply the art of the eternal instant.
The Ksana series is ultra-light and compact, making these lenses the perfect "everyday carry" and capturing precise, fleeting moments. Furthermore, each lens is equipped with a unique vintage coating, offering distinct characteristics that provide photographers with a continuous flow of inspiration.
As the first lens of the Ksana series, the 21mm f/3.5 blends classic aesthetics with vintage rendering. Its compact all-aluminum body is built for effortless daily carry and perfectly complements the Leica aesthetic. Featuring Epoch Coating.73', it recreates the iconic 1970s golden-amber flare, infusing every frame with a poetic atmosphere and boundless creative inspiration.
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Epoch Coating is a specialized project exploring the aesthetic soul of different eras. As time settles upon the glass of various decades, the resulting flare becomes as unique as a fingerprint—a distinct personality for every lens. Drawing from our deep heritage in cinema optics, we have successfully translated the magnificent flare of cinema lenses into the world of still photography. In the 1970s, Japanese lens craftsmanship employed unique coating processes that imbued images with amber-toned, multi-layered flares and a soft, delicate rendering. This specific visual temperament defined the breathtaking aesthetics of films like "Her", gradually becoming a vintage nostalgia in modern cinema. Epoch Coating.73' utilizes modern technology to recreate that iconic 1970s texture, reviving the warm amber flares and distinctive tones of classic cinema glass. Raise the Ksana 21mm f/3.5, and let this unique vintage optical experience capture a fleeting moment into an eternal memory.
Ultra-Compact Seamless Control
The Ksana 21mm f/3.5 keeps things light and agile. Measuring just 27mm from mount to front edge and weighing only 131g, it fits easily into any bag and stays comfortable in hand—even during long handheld sessions. Its understated profile avoids drawing attention, letting you work quietly and capture genuine, unposed moments. Highly portable and discreet, it's made for street, travel, and documentary photography.
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With 9 aperture blades, it produces stunning sun-stars at f/4. By blending retro flare with high-fidelity performance, it creates a truly unique creative signature.
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Wide Perspective,
Deep Dimensionality
The Ksana 21mm f/3.5 wide-angle lens offers an 80.2° horizontal field of view on full-frame cameras, expanding the sense of space and adding dramatic impact.
With a 0.5m minimum focusing distance, photographers can get closer to their subjects, creating a powerful sense of spatial depth.
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Timeless Design Signature Lens Body
The Ksana 21mm f/3.5 features a vintage-inspired body with a scalloped focus ring and crescent-shaped tab. Ergonomic contours align with your fingers for a comfortable grip and intuitive handling, ensuring stable, precise control even during fast focusing. Available in two elegant finishes, Silver for a bold, mechanical presence, and Black for a timeless, understated look.
Rangefinder Focusing with a 0.7m Tactile Focus Reminder
Maintaining the classic Leica rangefinder charm, this lens ensures precision for film and digital photographers alike. A tactile reminder at 0.7m alerts you when the rangefinder uncouples, signaling a switch to EVF focusing to prevent out-of-focus shots and ensure reliable results.
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