Leica apo macro elmarit tl 60mm f 2 8 asph vs 7artisans 60mm f 2 8 macro ii?

Both are 60mm f/2.8 macro lenses for APS-C cameras, and on an APS-C body they frame about the same, like 90mm on full frame. The difference is how you'll use them.

The Leica APO-Macro-Elmarit-TL 60mm f/2.8 ASPH autofocuses and fits L-Mount bodies, including the Leica TL, CL and T and a long list of Panasonic and Sigma cameras. If you already shoot L-Mount, it's the easy choice.

The 7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 Macro II is the budget option. It's manual focus only, but it covers Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon RF, L-Mount and Micro Four Thirds. For flowers, insects and product shots where you can take your time, I'd pick it.

Shallow depth of field is the catch at close range on either lens, so the aperture guide is worth a read first.

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