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Review Summary
L Mount
Full Frame
50mm
Auto Focus
Electronically controlled aperture, setting on the camera, half or third values can also be set
Standard
Base
Designed For Use With: Leica SL, Leica SL2, Leica SL2-S, Leica SL3, Panasonic LUMIX S9, Panasonic S1, Panasonic S1H, Panasonic S1R, Panasonic S5, Panasonic S5 II, Panasonic S5 IIX, Sigma FP, Sigma FP L
Leica SL
Aspherical, Dustproof/Splashproof
67mm
17.7" / 45cm
67 mm (Front)
No
Diagonal: 47.4 Degree
Horizontal: 40.1 Degree
Vertical: 27.4 Degree
0.0007800925925925926
Hydrophobic Aqua-Dura coating on external lenses
Lens Only: 13 oz (370g)
Without Lens Hood: Approx: 14.18 oz (402g)
With Lens Hood: 15.73 oz (446g)
2.9 x 3.3" (74.5 x 83mm)










What sets the Leica Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH Lens for Leica L apart is its sophisticated blend of high-quality optics, advanced technology, and innovative design. This premium lens is a testament to Leica's commitment to precision and performance, delivering unrivaled image clarity that professional photographers demand.
With its 50mm fixed focal length, this lens offers exceptional versatility, allowing you to capture everything from intimate portraits to bustling events and captivating street scenes. Its efficient operation spans a working range from 0.45 meters to infinity, eliminating the need to switch lenses and offering you the freedom to capture a broad spectrum of subjects.
Despite its advanced features, the Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH Lens is incredibly lightweight, weighing just 13 oz (370 grams). Its compact design makes it an ideal travel companion, ensuring you're always ready to capture those spontaneous moments.
The lens also features a silent yet swift autofocus, making it perfect for video shooting. The whisper-quiet operation ensures your videos remain free from mechanical noise, while the soft bokeh effect adds depth and dimension to your shots.
Delving deeper into its intricate design, the Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH Lens consists of 9 lenses in 8 groups, including three aspherical surfaces and glass bearing anomalous partial dispersion. This meticulous construction effectively nullifies chromatic aberration, delivering stellar image and video quality.
The lens also features a linear direct drive, ensuring autofocus that's not just quick, but buttery smooth. In the world of photography, the Leica Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH Lens for Leica L is more than just a tool; it's a symbol of what's achievable when precision engineering meets artistic vision.