Exceptional Optical Precision for Unparalleled Image Quality: The Leica APO-Tele-Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 lens delivers uncompromising sharpness and clarity across the entire image field at all apertures. Special grades of glass and aspherical surfaces minimize vignetting, distortion, and chromatic aberrations, ensuring lifelike color accuracy and edge-to-edge detail. This eliminates the need for extensive post-processing, making it a top choice for professionals.
Superior Depth Control for Stunning Portraits: With its wide f/3.5 aperture, this telephoto lens creates a beautifully shallow depth of field, making subjects stand out with a smooth, natural background blur. The 180mm focal length allows for flattering compression, enhancing facial features without distortion. Ideal for portrait and fashion photography, it provides the precision and control needed to achieve dynamic, expressive shots with stunning subject isolation.
Advanced Autofocus with Manual Precision: Designed for absolute control, the Leica-designed microprocessor ensures precise autofocus and iris diaphragm adjustments with silent operation. The generously sized focus ring offers the perfect amount of drag, allowing seamless manual override whenever needed. Whether capturing fast-moving subjects or fine-tuning focus for critical compositions, this lens adapts to your workflow with precision and ease.
Engineered for Performance and Reliability: Built to the highest standards, each lens is hand-centered to maintain incredibly tight tolerances for superior optical performance. The S-bayonet mount ensures a rapid and reliable digital connection between the lens and camera, providing seamless communication for optimal exposure and focus accuracy. With a minimum focusing distance of just 5 feet, it offers remarkable versatility, from close-up details to expansive telephoto compositions.
Description
The Leica APO-Tele-Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 lens is a high-performance telephoto lens designed for professionals who demand precision and clarity. With an advanced optical design featuring special grades of glass and aspherical surfaces, this lens delivers edge-to-edge sharpness while minimizing vignetting, distortion, and chromatic aberrations. The wide f/3.5 aperture allows for exceptional subject isolation with a smooth, natural background blur, making it ideal for portraits and fashion photography. An inner focusing system with a floating element ensures maximum image quality at all distances, with a minimum focus of just 5 feet and a 1:7 reproduction scale for close-up work. The built-in Leica-designed microprocessor provides precise autofocus and iris diaphragm control with silent gearing. A well-balanced focus ring allows for instant manual override, ensuring complete creative control. The S-bayonet mount enables rapid, accurate communication between the camera and lens, guaranteeing seamless performance in demanding shooting environments.
Manufacturer Included Items:
Leica APO-Tele-Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 Lens
Bundle Items Include:
Leica APO-Tele-Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 Lens
3 Piece 72mm Filter Kit
Deluxe Cleaning Kit
6-Inch Lens Pouch
Cap Keeper