The Super-APO-Summicron-SL1:2/21mm combines the worlds firstAPOlens 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 contrastin details, and edge-to-edge sharpness are a matter of course for Leica APO Lenses.
The essentials:
- 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
- Length: 102 mm
- Weight: 789 g
- L-Mount bayonet
At A glance
- High-performance, ultra-wide-angle lens
- The world’s first APO lens with a 21 mm focal length
- Dual Synchro DriveTM autofocus
- L-Mount bayonet
In the box
- Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21mm f/2 ASPH.
- Lens Hood
- Lens Cap E67
- Rear Lens Cap SL
- Soft Bag
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View angle (diagonal/horizontal/vertical):
Full-frame (24 × 36 mm) 91.7°/81.2°/59.5°
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Number of lenses/assemblies:
14/11
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Number of aspherical surfaces:
3
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Position of the entrance pupil before the bayonet:
22.9
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Focus range:
0.21 M to infinity
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Focusing Setting:
Choose automatic (Autofocus) or manual mode on the camera
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Smallest object field
Full-frame: 127×191 mm
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Largest scale:
1:5.3
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Aperture Setting/Function:
Electronically controlled aperture, setting on the camera, half or third values can also be set -
Smallest aperture:
22
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Bayonet:
Leica L bayonet fitting with contact strip
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Filter thread:
E67
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Lens hood:
Screw-on (included in the scope of delivery)
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Length
approx. 102/133 mm (without/with lens hood)
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Diameter
approx. 73/105 mm (without/with lens hood)
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Weight:
approx. 789/839 g (without/with lens hood)
Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21mm f/2 ASPH. | lens hood | lens cap E67 (order no. 16045) | rear lens cap SL (order no. 16064) | soft bag
Limited Warranty:
Leica Camera AG (‘LEICA’) provides a two-year product limited warranty for this LEICA camera valid from the date of purchase from an authorized LEICA dealer, including the accessories contained in the original packaging, which are valid for two years.
