Leica 16-18-21mm f/4.0 Tri Elmar-M Aspherical Lens for M System, Black

SKU: LC1618214MU MFR: 11626
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning wide-angle shots with this Leica Tri Elmar-M lens' versatile focal lengths.
  • Experience exceptional image quality with the Leica lens' aspherical design for sharp details.
  • Enjoy the compact build quality of this Leica M-mount lens, perfect for travel & street photography.
  • Achieve beautiful background blur with the f/4 aperture, ideal for portraits and creative effects.
  • Manual focus gives you precise control for unique artistic expression with your Leica M system.
  • The Leica 16-18-21mm lens is great for landscapes, architecture, and interior photography.
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Leica 16-18-21mm f/4 Specifications

General

General

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  • Lens Mount

    Leica M

  • Lens Type

    Wide Angle

  • Color

    Black

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    4 Elements / 4 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    10

  • Weight

    11.8 oz / 335g

  • Dimensions

    Length (without lens caps) 54 mm (2.3")
    Diameter max. 62 mm (2.7")

Features

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  • Special Features

    Aspherical, Adjustable Focal Length

  • Compatibility

    Leica M-D (Typ 262), Leica M10P, Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246), Leica M10-R, Leica M10-D OB, Leica M10 Monochrom, Leica M (Typ 240), Leica M Monochrom, Leica M (Typ 262), Leica ME (Typ 240), Leica M-P (Typ 240), Leica M10-D, Leica Leica M Monochrom, Leica M10, Leica M-E

  • Image Stabilization

    None

  • Angle of View

    107° to 92°

  • Focus Type

    Manual Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    1.6" / 50 cm

  • Focal Length

    16mm, 18mm, 21mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/4

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.0625

  • Filter Size

    N/A (male thread to accept included lens hood or optional 67 mm filter holder)

  • UPC Code

    4022243116269

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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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About Leica 16-18-21mm f/4

How to transform your photography experience with the high-quality Leica 16-18-21mm f/4 Tri Elmar-M Aspherical Lens. This professional-grade lens, designed for the M System, offers an impressive 107-degree angle of view, setting a new standard for 16mm super wide-angle photography. It's an ideal choice for intricate architectural shots, thanks to its minimal distortion and subtle field curvature.

Experience the versatility of this lens on digital M8 platforms, where it effortlessly replicates the visual impact of a 21-28mm lens. This adaptability ensures you can capture captivating extreme wide-angle shots without any compromise.

Discover the innovative three-in-one focal length feature of this durable lens. Seamlessly transition between the 16mm, 18mm, and 21mm focal lengths to perfectly tailor your field of view to the scene at hand.

The lens offers a versatile aperture range from f/4 to f/22, providing photographers with a flexible spectrum for meticulous depth of field adjustments. This ensures an optimal balance of illumination and detail in each capture.

Engineered for optimal clarity, this super wide-angle lens is designed with reduced distortion and field curvature, making it especially suitable for interior shots and architectural marvels where precision is paramount.

The lens incorporates two aspherical elements, delivering images that are razor-sharp across the aperture range and at every focal length. These elements not only eliminate spherical aberrations but also contribute to its compact design.

Experience consistent quality with the internal manual focusing mechanism, complemented by a floating elements system. This ensures impeccable image quality, regardless of the focal length you're at, even down to the close focusing distance of 1.6 feet.

Beyond its outstanding optical prowess, this lens is designed for convenience. Its front is male threaded, ready to accommodate the included lens hood or an optional 67mm filter holder.

Elevate your photography with the Leica 16-18-21mm f/4 Tri Elmar-M Aspherical Lens, where innovative design meets impeccable craftsmanship to deliver results that resonate with perfection.

Leica 16-18-21mm f/4 Features

  • Unique TRI-ELMAR design for seamless transition between 16mm, 18mm, and 21mm focal lengths
  • 107 Degree super wide-angle view, perfect for Leica M photography style
  • Exceptionally minimal distortion and field curvature
  • Highly recommended for advanced architectural photography
  • Effective on digital M8, simulating a 21-28mm lens effect
  • Two aspherical elements ensure reduced spherical aberrations and heightened sharpness
  • In-built manual focusing with a floating element system for consistent image quality
  • Designed with male threading at the front for lens hood or 67mm filter holder

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning wide-angle shots with this Leica Tri Elmar-M lens' versatile focal lengths.
  • Experience exceptional image quality with the Leica lens' aspherical design for sharp details.
  • Enjoy the compact build quality of this Leica M-mount lens, perfect for travel & street photography.
  • Achieve beautiful background blur with the f/4 aperture, ideal for portraits and creative effects.
  • Manual focus gives you precise control for unique artistic expression with your Leica M system.
  • The Leica 16-18-21mm lens is great for landscapes, architecture, and interior photography.

What's in the box:

  • Leica 16-18-21mm f/4 Tri Elmar-M Aspherical (6-Bit) Lens
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Screw-on Type Lens Hood
  • Soft Leather Case
  • Leica 3 Year Limited Warranty