Wetzlar, 6th May 2021. Leica Camera AG is expanding the Leica SL lens portfolio with another powerful zoom lens.
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24–70 f/2.8 ASPH. is equally suited to reportage, travel, studio, architectural and landscape photography, as well as portraits, close-ups, and video productions. With its extensive focal range and consistently high light sensitivity of f/2.8, the new addition is the quintessence of a universal lens.
The elaborate lens design, comprising 19 elements in 15 groups, ensures an outstanding optical performance. A total of three elements feature aspherical surfaces on both sides. Nine specialist-glass elements with anomalous partial dispersion provide excellent chromatic correction across the entire focal range. The internal focus is based on a single, light-weight lens element, and utilizes a quiet stepper motor to deliver a fast and precise autofocus. With its robust metal body and ingress protection against water spray and dust, the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24–70 f/2.8 ASPH. can even be used in harsh environmental conditions.
The aperture of the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24–70 f/2.8 ASPH. comprises 11 blades – facilitating a harmonious, circular bokeh. The minimum focusing distance of just 18 centimeters from the sensor plane (at the shortest focal length) and 38 centimeters (at the longest focal length) ensures exceptionally high-quality images even when shooting at close range.
Thanks to its excellent price-performance ratio, it also represents a perfect opportunity to upgrade to the SL-System.
| Weight | 3.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 31 × 22 × 25 cm |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Hs code | 90021100 |
Technical Data
| Lens | Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f/2.8 ASPH. |
| Order Number, Black anodized | 11 189 |
| View angle (diagonal/horizontal/vertical) | |
| Full-frame (24 × 36 mm) | 24 mm: 82.3°/72.1°/51.8° │ 70 mm: 35.3°/29.6°/20.0° |
| Lens system | |
| Number of lenses/assemblies | 19/15 |
| Number of aspherical surfaces | 6 |
| Position of the entrance pupil before the bayonet | 24 mm: 88,6 mm │ 70 mm: 57,1 mm |
| Focus range | 24 mm: 0,18 m to infinity │ 70 mm: 0,38 m to infinity |
| Focusing | |
| Setting | Choose automatic (Autofocus) or manual mode on the camera |
| Smallest object field | Full-frame: 24 mm: 69 mm x 104 mm │ 70 mm: 108 mm x 162 mm |
| Largest scale | 24 mm: 1:2,9 │ 70 mm: 1:4,5 |
| Aperture | |
| Setting/Function | Electronically controlled aperture, setting on the camera, half or third values can also be set |
| Smallest aperture | 22 |
| Bayonet | Leica L bayonet fitting with contact strip |
| Filter thread | E82 |
| Lens hood | External bayonet fitting for lens hood (included) |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | approx. 123/153 mm (without/with lens hood) |
| Diameter | approx. 88/97 mm (without/with lens hood) |
| Weight | approx. 856/906 g (without/with lens hood) |
