Leica 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron-M Aspherical Lens for M System, Silver
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About Leica 50/2 APO-SUMMICRON
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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...
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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.
Where precision meets performance, the Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2.0 ASPH lens stands as a testament to superior German optics. This high-quality, professional-grade lens is a must-have tool for photographers who demand nothing less than perfection.
The lens boasts an innovative apochromatic design, featuring three elements made of anomalous partial color dispersion glass and two high-refractive index elements. This revolutionary construction suppresses chromatic aberrations throughout the entire aperture range, ensuring your photographs radiate with unmatched color accuracy and clarity.
Experience unparalleled sharpness from edge to edge, thanks to the integrated aspherical element. This advanced feature eliminates spherical aberrations, guaranteeing your images will exhibit remarkable sharpness every single time.
The Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2.0 ASPH lens also incorporates a floating element, maintaining consistent clarity throughout the focus range. Whether you're capturing a distant landscape or an up-close subject at 2.3', your images will be flawlessly sharp and clear.
The lens features a Gaussian type optical layout in front of the aperture, paired with a design reminiscent of the Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 post-aperture. This ingenious construction significantly reduces distortion, ensuring increased sharpness and uniform illumination in every shot.
Tackle low-light conditions with confidence, thanks to the bright f/2 maximum aperture. This feature ensures you'll capture the shot you envisioned, even in challenging lighting. Plus, the added advantage of greater depth-of-field control ensures your subjects always stand out.
Despite its powerful performance, the lens is compact and designed with the everyday photographer in mind. Its manual focus design offers a minimum focusing distance of 2.3' and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:11.3, putting every detail under your control.
The lens also features an inbuilt extendable lens hood that guards against unwanted lens flare and ghosting, while protecting the front element. The lens front is threaded to accommodate 39mm screw-in filters for added convenience.
The Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2.0 ASPH lens is not just another lens; it's a hand-made work of art, designed specifically for the Leica M rangefinder camera. With corner-to-corner sharpness at all apertures, over 50% contrast, and almost negligible linear distortion, it's one of the highest-rated lenses in the market.
Whether you're into street photography, photojournalism, portraits, or travel, this lens promises to deliver superior results. Make your photography speak volumes with the unmatched prowess of the Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2.0 ASPH lens.
Leica 50/2 APO-SUMMICRON Features
- Premium Apochromatic design with three elements for top-tier color accuracy
- Employs two high refractive index elements to combat chromatic aberrations
- Incorporates an aspherical element for edge-to-edge sharpness
- Floating element ensures maintained clarity from 2.3' to infinity
- Gaussian type optical design paired with Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4-inspired design for minimal distortion
- Bright f/2 maximum aperture for superior low-light shots and depth control
- Compact design suitable for versatile shooting scenarios
- Manual focus offering focusing distance of 2.3' and magnification of 1:11.3
- Extendable built-in lens hood for flare and ghosting reduction
- Threaded front accepting 39mm screw-in filters
- Hand-crafted construction ensuring superior image quality
- 8 lens elements boasting high anomalous partial color dispersion and high refractive index
Warranty Information
This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.
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Key Features
- Experience unmatched clarity with this Leica 50mm lens, perfect for stunning portraits.
- Capture every detail with the APO-Summicron-M Aspherical lens' exceptional image quality.
- Enjoy the smooth, precise manual focus for creative control with your Leica M system.
- Benefit from the compact, lightweight design (270g) of this Leica lens for easy carry.
- Create beautiful bokeh with the f/2 aperture, ideal for isolating subjects in photos.
- Achieve incredible sharpness across the frame with this Leica 50mm lens' advanced optics.
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
