Leica has announced the release of the APO-Summicron-M 35mm F2 ASPH. The compact 35mm F2 is the closest-focusing M-mount lens, with a minimum focus distance of just 30cm (11.8″). The US price of the lens is $8,195 and it is now available for pre-order at B&H.
The lens has a close focusing distance of 30cm, and has been designed to give maximum image performance, with 10 elements, in 5 groups, with 3 aspherical elements, and 6 of the elemtns are designed to reduce chromatic and apochromatic aberrations. The lens has 11 aperture blades for an almost circular aperture circle, and the lens has been designed to give exceptional image quality even when used wide-open.
Pre-order links:
Pre-order Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens: $8,195 at B&H.
Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens Key Features
- Leica M-Mount Lens
- Aperture Range: f/2 to f/16
- Apochromatic Design
- Three Aspherical Elements
- 10 Elements in 5 Groups
- Manual Focus Design
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 11.8″
- Filter Thread: 39mm
- Included Lens Hood and Leather Pouch
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