The Super-APO-Summicron-SL1:2/21mm combines the world's first APO lens with 21mm with latest technology made by Leica.
The Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21 f/2 ASPH. is the world's first 21mm APO lens, marking a milestone in lens technology. Equipped with the swift Dual Synchro DriveTM autofocus, it delivers edge-to-edge clarity within a surprisingly compact design. Its close focusing range down to 0.21 m enables stunning detail shots. The wide aperture further enhances creative possibilities through precise control of depth of field. Its unparalleled image quality and unique apochromatic correction are thanks to the 14 meticulously crafted lens elements, distributed in 11 groups, with three elements featuring aspherical designs.
This lens excels in diverse photography styles, be it landscapes, interiors, photojournalism, studio work or architecture. Natural skin tones, smooth transitions into bokeh, exceptional contrast in details, and edge-to-edge sharpness are a matter of course for Leica APO Lenses.
Wide Aperture with Complete Control
This lens offers all the control necessary to not just reproduce a space but to compose it. At 21 mm, you can capture subjects’ full breadth in landscape, interior, architectural, reportage and studio photography. The Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21 f/2 ASPH. offers you a grand view without forgoing any detail. Even in low lighting conditions, this high-performance wide-angle lens creates videos and pictures at peak optical quality.
The Strengths of the 21 mm SL-Lens
When working with extremely wide angles of view, this lens allows you to keep complete control over lines and perspective. Even complex architectural structures are reproduced with precision. True to Leica’s APO lens pedigree, the Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21 f/2 ASPH. delivers exceptional contrast even in difficult lighting conditions, opening up space for creativity through precise control of focus and bokeh. Natural skin tones, smooth gradients and corner-to-corner sharpness are a matter of course with Leica APO lenses. Brilliant, detailed images can be created with the SL cameras’ high-resolution sensors, which are impressive even in large-format prints.
Design Details
Fourteen carefully engineered lens, three of which have aspherical surfaces, arranged in eleven groups, provide the highest degree of image quality, even at the widest aperture setting. Its apochromatic correction is unique among super wide-angle lenses, making it the world’s first 21 mm APO lens for full-frame cameras. For perfect correction of chromatic aberration, most of the incorporated lens elements feature anomalous partial dispersion and are made of specialized glass elements, crafted with cutting-edge manufacturing techniques and sophisticated workmanship. The close focus distance is only 21 cm, enabling striking composition of foreground elements. The quiet, accurate autofocus allows the focus to be set precisely for architectural and landscape shots. The aluminum housing is made for demanding outdoor use as it is sealed against dust and splash water.
Highlights:
- High-performance, ultra-wide-angle lens
- The world’s first APO lens with a 21 mm focal length
- Working range from 0.21 m to infinity
- 4 meticulously crafted lens elements distributed in 11 groups - 3 elements featuring aspherical designs
- Dual Synchro DriveTM autofocus
- Precise production "Made in Germany" under the highest quality standards
- Especially suitable for landscape, reportage, architectural and interior photography
- Largest scale: 1:5.3
- Filter thread E67
- L-Mount bayonet
Features:
- World's first APO lens in 21 mm focal length for full-frame cameras
- Ultra-wide 91.7° diagonal field of view for expansive landscape and architectural shots
- Fourteen meticulously crafted lens elements in eleven groups with three aspherical surfaces
- Unique apochromatic correction eliminates chromatic aberration across entire frame
- Specialized glass with anomalous partial dispersion for natural skin tones and smooth gradients
- f/2 wide aperture enables creative depth-of-field control in low-light conditions
- Dual Synchro Drive autofocus for quiet, accurate focusing on architectural details
- Exceptionally close focus distance of 0.21 m (21 cm) for striking foreground composition
- Edge-to-edge sharpness and exceptional contrast even in difficult lighting
- Electronically controlled aperture with half and third-stop increments
- E67 filter thread for accessory compatibility
- Screw-on lens hood included for protection and glare reduction
- Leica L-Mount bayonet with contact strip for SL camera systems
- Aluminum housing sealed against dust and splash water for demanding outdoor use
- Ideal for landscapes, interiors, photojournalism, studio work, and architecture
- Corner-to-corner clarity perfect for large-format prints from high-resolution sensors
- Made in Germany with cutting-edge manufacturing and sophisticated craftsmanship
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Dimensions:
ø: 2.9 x L: 4"
Weight:
1.74 lbs
Materials:
Aluminum Housing, Specialized Glass
Manufacturer SKU:
11181
In The Box:
Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21mm f/2 ASPH. Lens - Black
Leica Front Lens Cap
Leica Rear Lens Cap
Leica Lens Hood
Leica Lens Bag
Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
