Lens Summary
Brand: Leica
Also Known As: Leica Summilux 50mm f/1.4
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Manual Focus
Lens Mount: Leica M
Release Date: 2006-09-14
MSRP Price: $3995
Made in: Germany
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: A combination of the know-how of Leica's engineers and the latest developments in manufacturing technology has resulted in this outstanding standard lens. It delivers high-contrast images, with high-resolution detail, even at its widest aperture, and down to its minimum focusing distance. This is made possible by a number of factors including the use of a floating element, special glass types with unique refraction properties, and elements with aspherical surfaces. The properties of this lens not only make it ideal for any photo situation demanding a handy all-rounder with the natural image angle of the 50 mm standard focal length, but also for available light situations, selective-focus shots, and even fine art photography - usually the preserve of much larger formats. Its wide-ranging versatility also makes it a top choice in assembling a Leica M lens outfit.
Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Mount Type | Leica M |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor DSLR (APS-C Sensor) |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:11.3 |
| MegaOIS / PowerOIS (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full Frame format) | 47° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 8 |
| Lens Groups | 5 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| Nano Surface Coating | No |
| Multi-Coating | No |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Manual Focus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | No |
| Silent Wave / UltraSonic Motor | No |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.70m |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 46mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Dimensions | 54 x 53mm |
| Weight | 335g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
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