Leica 21mm f/3.4 Super Elmar-M Aspherical Lens for M System, Black

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Key Features

  • Capture stunning landscapes with the Leica 21mm lens' exceptional image quality.
  • Experience the Leica M system: This wide-angle lens is perfect for street photography.
  • Achieve beautiful background blur with the fast f/3.4 aperture on this Leica lens.
  • Enjoy durable build quality for years with this Leica Super Elmar-M aspherical lens.
  • Get creative with manual focus and a close focus distance of just 2.3" (70 cm).
  • The Leica 21mm lens offers outstanding performance at a competitive price point.
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2022-06-03T08:58:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent lens

Perfectly sharp, good contrast. Obviously, the build quality is top notch.

THOMAS J.

2021-08-10T09:23:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Best 21mm for landscape photos with M cameras

Great lens. Small and very well made.

THEODORE W.

2018-12-16T07:57:48

Rated 5 out of 5

Small marvel

This lens is simply spectacular. Optics are ultra-sharp, nicely contrasty, and enhance the extreme depth of field of the ultra wide angle perspective. Mechanics are smooth and compact, and everything balances beautifully. This stealthy lens is an absolute marvel. I had to use it with LiveView as add-on viewfinders on top of an M-body are not only conflicting with all other workflows, they also lack the quality of the rest of the package.

CASPAR A.

2018-10-30T14:33:15

Rated 5 out of 5

Best place to shop all your photographic needs. Best return policy hands down. I just love them.

Best return policy!!!

asam a.

2016-12-05T10:27:46

Rated 5 out of 5

A Great Leica Wide Angle Lens

It's one of the best Leica Super Wide Angle lens. It's small and light weight with great image quality that is signature Leica. It's sharp from edge to edge with minimal distortion. Highly recommended especially for travel.

MIKE C.

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Leica 21mm f/3.4 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

    6 Elements / 4 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    11

  • Weight

    11.5 oz / 325g

  • Dimensions

    Length (without lens caps) 55 mm (2.2")
    Diameter max. 60.5 mm (2.4")

Features

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  • Special Features

    Aspherical

  • Compatibility

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

  • Image Stabilization

    None

  • Angle of View

    91°

  • Focus Type

    Manual Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    2.3" / 70 cm

  • Focal Length

    21mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/3.4

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.0010347222

  • Filter Size

    46mm

  • UPC Code

    4022243111455

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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 21mm f/3.4

FEATURED REVIEWS

Small marvel

By CASPAR A.

This lens is simply spectacular. Optics are ultra-sharp, nicely contrasty, and enhance the extreme depth of field of the ultra wide angle perspective. Mechanics are smooth and compact, and everything balances beautifully. This stealthy lens is an absolute marvel. I had to use it with LiveView as add-on viewfinders on top of an M-body are not only conflicting with all other workflows, they also lack the quality of the rest of the package.

Excellent lens

By THOMAS J.

Perfectly sharp, good contrast. Obviously, the build quality is top notch.

Experience Wide-Angle Precision: The Super-Elmar-M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH for Leica M-Mount Cameras

Immerse yourself in the world of wide-angle photography with the Super-Elmar-M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH. lens. Engineered exclusively for Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras, this lens seamlessly merges a remarkably compact design with advanced optical engineering. Its sleek profile is not just an aesthetic marvel but a testament to Leica's commitment to quality and precision.

Innovative Optical Design for Pristine Imagery
Redefine clarity with this lens's sophisticated optical design. By employing one double-sided aspherical element and four anomalous partial dispersion elements, it ensures minimal spherical and chromatic aberrations, guaranteeing that every shot radiates unparalleled sharpness across the entire aperture range. Say goodbye to distortions and embrace a world where every image is a masterpiece.

Compactness Meets Performance
Despite its power-packed performance, the Super-Elmar-M 21mm is surprisingly compact, measuring just 2.1 x 1.7 inches. The magic lies in its aspherical element which not only enhances image quality but also significantly contributes to its slim form factor.

Master the Art of Manual Focusing
With a manual focus design, this lens encourages photographers to engage intimately with their subjects, offering a minimum focusing distance of a mere 2.3 feet. Whether you're capturing sweeping landscapes or intricate details, its manual design ensures you're in complete control, enabling precision that's hard to beat.

Accessorize for Excellence
To ensure maximum flexibility in varied shooting scenarios, the front of the lens comes equipped with 46mm-diameter threads, ready to accommodate optional filters. Moreover, every lens comes with a specially designed lens hood, ensuring optimal contrast and protection against unintentional light flares.

Dive into a world where every shot resonates with precision, clarity, and unmatched quality. With the Super-Elmar-M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH lens, redefine the boundaries of wide-angle photography and let your creativity soar.

Leica 21mm f/3.4 Features

  • Tailored specifically for Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras
  • Boasts a unique optical design that minimizes aberrations and distortions
  • Incorporates a double-sided aspherical element, enhancing sharpness across all apertures
  • Contains four anomalous partial dispersion elements to combat color fringing and chromatic aberrations
  • Designed with a sleek and compact form factor measuring just 2.1 x 1.7 inches
  • Manual focus capability allows photographers to get as close as 2.3 feet to their subjects
  • Features 46mm-diameter threads on the lens front for attaching optional filters
  • Male threaded design enables easy attachment of the included lens hood for optimal light control

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

Compatibility

Designed for use with: Leica M10,Leica M10 Monochrom,Leica M10-D,Leica M10-R and

Key Features

  • Capture stunning landscapes with the Leica 21mm lens' exceptional image quality.
  • Experience the Leica M system: This wide-angle lens is perfect for street photography.
  • Achieve beautiful background blur with the fast f/3.4 aperture on this Leica lens.
  • Enjoy durable build quality for years with this Leica Super Elmar-M aspherical lens.
  • Get creative with manual focus and a close focus distance of just 2.3" (70 cm).
  • The Leica 21mm lens offers outstanding performance at a competitive price point.

What's in the box:

  • Leica 21mm f/3.4 Super Elmar-M Lens with Lens Hood
  • Front Cap for Lens Hood
  • Rear Cap
  • Leather Case
  • Instructions
  • Leica 2 Year Limited Warranty