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Leica 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron-M Aspherical Lens for M System, Black
SKU: LC502MA MFR: 11141
Earn VIP Reward PointsKey Features
- Experience unmatched image quality with this Leica 50mm lens, perfect for crisp, detailed photos.
- Capture stunning portraits with the f/2 aperture, creating beautiful bokeh and subject isolation.
- The APO-Summicron lens delivers exceptional sharpness and clarity across the entire image frame.
- Built for Leica M systems, this lens offers superior build quality and reliable manual focus.
- Compact and lightweight design makes this 50mm lens ideal for street photography and travel.
- Achieve precise focus with a closest distance of 27.56", great for detailed close-up shots.
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CHRISTOPHER J : Is this lens dust/weather sealed?ANDREW R : It is not specified as such by the manufacturer.
Stephen G : What would be the comparable focal length of the Leica 50 mm lens on an old 35 mm camera?EMIR I : I agree with Andrew R. This is a standard 50mm lens and it is made for 35mm film format or full frame digital format. Ity looks like you're mixing up the film/frame formats.LUIS C : The same. The Leicas have always been 35 mm cameras.DAVID K : This Leica 50mm lens will give you the same amount of coverage, give or take a tiny bit to allow for design & manufacturing tolerances, as any other 50mm lens when mounted on a camera using the same image format (35mm, aka "full frame") as the Leica M system.ANDREW R : I'm not sure I understand your question. 50mm is 50mm, though a digital camera with a sensor less than full frame would provide an angle of view that's much narrower than a full frame digital or 35mm film camera. This 50mm lens would provide a "normal" angle of view on a 35mm film camera body.
Stanley s : this a new lens not used? and come with original box and warranty right?ANDREW R : The item in this product listing is new (not used or refurbished)
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2021-10-03T11:06:56
Rated 5 out of 5
My favorite lens I own or have owned, ever
This is the end all lens for my M10 Monochrom. I just keep it bolted to it. It's "only" f2, and I had the Summilux before, but, with the monochrom, going a little higher ISO doesn't hurt at all. I read a bunch of reviews and comments about it not being as good as the Summilux and not as magical, but I absolutely love how the subject is super sharp at f2 and the out of focus areas have smoother bokeh than say the Summicron V5. For me, it's too hard to manually focus a 50mm at f1.4 consistently, so I have a f1.4 35mm and then was using the Summicron 50mm V5. In addition to better bokeh than the Summicron V5, you also get this really dramatic contrast drop between the isolated subject and the background so the look is pretty amazing to me at least.
KEVIN F.
2021-08-23T08:33:43
Rated 5 out of 5
leicabuff
Great lens. Worth the wait.
FRANK P.
2017-09-05T13:41:45
Rated 5 out of 5
Very smooth process from purchase to delivery
The lens arrived in the original beautiful box. More like a package for Jewelery or high end watches with velvet lining etc. Adorama secured it professionally with several layers of air cushioning and double boxed. Delivered ontime. Very smooth process from purchase to delivery. The lens itself is a masterpiece of German optics. Flawless glass, solid metal and robust mechanics. Feels great in the hand. Sharp from corner to corner. It's simply the best 50 mm lens in the world, period.
ALIREZA V.
2014-12-01T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Simply the best
I own nine Leica M lenses, two of which are the 50mm Summicron (non-APO) and the 50mm Noctilux. Of all my M lenses, this lens, far-and-away, excells the others in contrast, tonality, edge-to-edge clarity, and zero chromatic abberation. And with respect to these characteristics, this lens really shines on the M Monochrom and/or black and white film formats. Granted, it's an expensive lens, which is somewhat due to high manufacturing scrap rate and expensive glass, but the superior nature of the optical configuration gives crednence to its high price tag. In my opinion, it's worth every penny.
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Leica 50/2 APO-SUMMICRON Specifications
General
General
Jump to...Lens Mount
Leica M
Color
Black
Format Compatibility
Full Frame
Focus
Jump to...Focus Type
Manual Focus
Closest Focus Distance
27.56" / 70 cm
Optics
Jump to...Focal Length
75mm
Aperture Range
f/2.4 - f/16
Filter Size
49mm
Construction
Jump to...Lens Elements / Groups
5 Elements / 5 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
6
Dimensions
Length (without lens caps) 58 mm (2.3")
Diameter max. 65 mm (2.6")Weight
9.5 oz / 270g
Features
Jump to...Image Stabilization Type
None
Other
Jump to...UPC Code
4022243111417
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Designed For Use With:
- Leica M10
- Leica M10 Monochrom
- Leica M10-D
- Leica M10-R
- Leica M10-D OB
- Leica Leica M Monochrom
- Leica M (Typ 240)
- Leica M (Typ 262)
- Leica M Monochrom
- Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
- Leica M10P
- Leica M-D (Typ 262)
- Leica M-E
- Leica ME (Typ 240)
- Leica M-P (Typ 240)
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Simply the best
By DR
I own nine Leica M lenses, two of which are the 50mm Summicron (non-APO) and the 50mm Noctilux. Of all my M lenses, this lens, far-and-away, excells the others in contrast, tonality, edge-to-edge clarity, and zero chromatic abberation. And with respect to these characteristics, this lens really shines on the M Monochrom and/or black and white film formats. Granted, it's an expensive lens, which is somewhat due to high manufacturing scrap rate and expensive glass, but the superior nature of...
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Very smooth process from purchase to delivery
By ALIREZA V.
The lens arrived in the original beautiful box. More like a package for Jewelery or high end watches with velvet lining etc. Adorama secured it professionally with several layers of air cushioning and double boxed. Delivered ontime. Very smooth process from purchase to delivery. The lens itself is a masterpiece of German optics. Flawless glass, solid metal and robust mechanics. Feels great in the hand. Sharp from corner to corner. It's simply the best 50 mm lens in the world, period.
Experience the epitome of optical excellence with the Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2.0 ASPH lens, a masterfully crafted, high-quality prime lens designed for the Leica M rangefinder system. Revered by professional photographers for its unparalleled image fidelity, this lens sets a benchmark in the industry with its corner-to-corner sharpness and exceptional contrast, even at full aperture.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each lens is hand-assembled to meet the most exacting standards, ensuring that every shot captures the essence of your vision. The MTF chart test results are a testament to its superior performance, ranking it among the highest-rated lenses for image quality, with over 50% contrast and consistent sharpness across all apertures.
The manual focus design of this durable lens is complemented by clear foot/meter and depth-of-field indicators on the barrel, allowing for precise control over your compositions. Its design virtually eliminates vignetting and linear distortion, making it an innovative choice for photojournalists, street photographers, portrait artists, and travel enthusiasts seeking edge-to-edge clarity in their images.
Key features to note about this versatile lens include:
- Apochromatic Correction: The lens boasts 8 elements, each contributing to the reduction of chromatic aberrations and ensuring sharp edges throughout the frame. This advanced optical design results in images with stunning clarity and minimal color fringing.
- High-Quality Glass: Three of the lens elements feature high anomalous partial color dispersion, while the remaining five possess a high refractive index. This combination reduces distortion to a mere 0.4% pincushion, which is virtually undetectable to the naked eye.
- Fast Aperture: With an f/2 aperture, this lens excels in various lighting conditions, allowing for low-light photography without compromising on image quality. It also enables photographers to achieve a shallow depth of field, creating beautiful bokeh and isolating subjects with precision.
- Compatibility and Versatility: Designed to be compatible with a wide range of Leica M-series cameras, this lens is a versatile tool that can adapt to your evolving photographic needs.
In summary, the Leica 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron-M Aspherical Lens is a professional-grade, innovative lens that offers durability, versatility, and the highest level of image quality for discerning photographers who demand nothing but the best from their equipment.
Leica 50/2 APO-SUMMICRON Features
- High-quality, hand-assembled lens for Leica M rangefinder cameras
- Exceptional image quality with corner-to-corner sharpness and over 50% contrast
- Manual focus design with clear foot/meter and depth-of-field indicators
- Advanced optical design with 8 elements for apochromatic correction
- Fast f/2 aperture ideal for low-light photography and creating shallow depth of field
- Compatible with a wide range of Leica M-series cameras for versatile use
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This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.
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Key Features
- Experience unmatched image quality with this Leica 50mm lens, perfect for crisp, detailed photos.
- Capture stunning portraits with the f/2 aperture, creating beautiful bokeh and subject isolation.
- The APO-Summicron lens delivers exceptional sharpness and clarity across the entire image frame.
- Built for Leica M systems, this lens offers superior build quality and reliable manual focus.
- Compact and lightweight design makes this 50mm lens ideal for street photography and travel.
- Achieve precise focus with a closest distance of 27.56", great for detailed close-up shots.
What's in the box:
- Leica 50mm f/2 APO-SUMMICRON-M Aspherical Lens
- Front Metal Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap
- Leather Case
- Leica 3 Year Limited Warranty