The Classic Reportage Lens
Whether for detailed landscape shots, high-contrast pictures in difficult lighting conditions or subjects in close-up range with shallow depth of field: the Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH. produces extraordinary results. Now, eleven instead of nine aperture blades are used for a visibly improved bokeh. In addition, the closest focusing distance was reduced from 70 to 40 centimeters. When shooting up to 70 centimeters, this works as usual via the rangefinder on all Leica M cameras. After a slight perceptible resistance, the extended close-focus range between 70 and 40 centimeters can be controlled via Live View on the screen, the Visoflex viewfinder or the Leica FOTOS app. Lastly, the lens hood is now round, directly integrated in the lens and can be easily available at any time.
The Classic Reportage Lens
The Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH. impresses as a classic reportage focal length due to its versatility. Whether you want selective sharpness at close range, detailed landscape shots, or high-contrast images even in difficult lighting conditions, this lens captures moments masterfully, recreates environments with natural-looking dimensions and adapts to the dynamics of the action taking place. Thanks to its compact design, it can go everywhere with you. Present, attentive, but never intrusive.
The Strengths of the 35 mm Leica M-Lens
The Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH. offers a visibly improved bokeh compared to its predecessor model, in addition to its extended close focus distance and integrated lens hood. It now features eleven aperture blades instead of nine. The engineers have implemented all these innovations without compromising on the lens’s dimensions. The aim is to give you more options while maintaining the same compact format.
The Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH. is not only easy to handle, but also gets up close and personal. Namely as close as 1.3 feet – without compromising on accuracy. This is made possible by a double cam gear unit specially developed by Leica, which has almost doubled the rotation angle of the distance ring compared with the previous model, to 176°.
The high rotation angle enables confident, precise focusing over the entire adjustment range. For distances down to 2.3 feet, as usual, focusing is handled by the rangefinder for all digital and analogue M-Cameras. Then, after subtle resistance in the dial, the extended close-up range between 2.3 and 1.3 feet can be precisely focused via Live View on the display screen, the Visoflex clip-on viewfinder, or the Leica FOTOS App.
Design of the Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH.
The Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH. has nine lenses in five groups, including an aspherical lens and several elements with anomalous partial dispersion. A floating element design ensures that its optical performance remains at the highest level even at shorter distances. Its close focus distance is 1.3 feet. The lens delivers impressive imaging performance over the entire distance range with a high level of detail, excellent sharpness, and natural contrast. Even with its lens speed, it wins photography enthusiasts over due to its compact design and balanced handling.
Highlights:
- Diagonal angle of view: 63°
- Working range: 0.4 m to infinity
- Biggest scale: 1: 17.4
- Number of lenses/groups: 9/5
- Lens hood: integrated, round
- Filter/filter thread: E46
- Made in Germany
Features:
- f/1.4 fast aperture for exceptional low-light and selective focus performance
- 35mm classic reportage focal length with 62.5° diagonal view angle (53.6° horizontal, 37.2° vertical)
- Improved bokeh with 11 aperture blades instead of 9
- Extended close focus distance of 0.4 meters (1.3 feet)
- Rangefinder focusing up to 0.7 meters (2.3 feet) on all Leica M cameras
- Extended close-up range (0.4-0.7 meters) via Live View, Visoflex, or Leica FOTOS app
- Double cam gear unit with 176° distance ring rotation for precise manual focusing
- 9 lenses in 5 groups with 1 aspherical surface
- Anomalous partial dispersion elements for color correction
- Floating element maintains optical performance at close distances
- Impressive imaging performance with high detail, excellent sharpness, and natural contrast
- Integrated, round lens hood easily accessible at any time
- Click-stop diaphragm with half-increment lock settings
- Smallest aperture of f/16
- Leica M bayonet with 6-bit encoding
- E46 filter thread
- Compact design at approximately 46 mm length
- Versatile for landscapes, high-contrast lighting, and close-up subjects
- Balanced handling and easy to use
- Compact format allows portability anywhere
- Made in Germany
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Dimensions:
ø: 2.3 x L: 1.8"
Weight:
0.71 lbs
Materials:
Metal
Manufacturer SKU:
11726
In The Box:
Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens - Black (2022 Version)
Lens Hood (Integrated, Round)
Leica Front Lens Cap
Leica Rear Lens cap
Leica Leather Lens Case
Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
