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Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH

Announced Sep 14, 2006 •
Wideangle prime lens | Leica M | 11606
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Announced Sep 14, 2006
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Manufacturer description: This new high-speed lens is the most compact of Leica M lenses. By using an aspherical element it was possible to attain top imaging performance with a weight of only 180 grams. This lens is practically distortion-free down to the close focus range of 0.7 m and only protrudes slightly into the viewfinder field of M cameras. Used on the digital M8, it produces the effect of a 35mm lens which makes it ideal for reportage. Due to its attractive price it can be particularly recommended as an introduction to the high-quality range of Leica M lenses.

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Two Leica lenses and a finder
Sep 14, 2006
Quick specs
Lens type Prime lens
Focal length 28 mm
Image stab. No
Lens mount Leica M
Max aperture F2.8
Min aperture F22
Min focus 0.70 m (27.56″)
Max magnification 0.045×
Weight 180 g (0.40 lb)
Length 30 mm (1.18″)

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