Leica APO-Tele-Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5

Lens Summary

Brand: Leica

Also Known As: Leica Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Leica S

Focus: Manual Focus

Lens Mount: Leica S

Release Date: N/A

MSRP Price: $6995

Made in: Germany

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: The exceptional speed and high performance of the Leica Apo Elmar-S 180 mm f/3.5 sets new standards of quality for handheld telephoto photography, because the contrast performance of this lens is exceptional in both its excellence and consistency. The lens, also available with a central shutter, is ideal for capturing subjects at greater distances and is simultaneously an excellent portrait lens. Its excellent sharpness is guaranteed at all distances and apertures – even wide open at its close-focusing limit of 1.5 metres.


Leica APO-Tele-Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 Specifications

Lens Specifications
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length180mm
Mount TypeLeica S
FormatLeica S
Compatible Format(s)Digital Medium Format Sensor
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:7
MegaOIS / PowerOIS (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/3.5
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)17°
Optical Information
Lens Elements9
Lens Groups7
Focus Information
FocusManual Focus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Minimum Focus Distance1.5m
Filter Information
Filter Size72mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-On
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions87 x 15mm
Weight1.15kg
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack

Lens Construction

LEICA APO ELMAR-S 180 mm f/3.5

MTF Chart

Leica APO-Tele-Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 MTF Chart

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