Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 ASPH Lens - 11196

Product Details
Leica 11196 Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 ASPH Lens
The compact, lightweight Leica zoom lens for travel, landscape, and portrait photography and videography.
The innovative optical design and incorporation of aspherical elements enable the new SL-Lens to deliver exceptional performance while maintaining a constant f/2.8 aperture across its entire focal-length range. Thanks to its constant aperture throughout the zoom range, and incredibly compact and lightweight design, this lens is an ideal choice for both photography and videography.
The focal length spanning from 28 to 70mm allows the lens to transition from wide angle to slight telephoto, making it particularly well-suited for capturing landscapes, travel scenes, and portraits.
Cutting-edge coatings on the lenses ensure optimal color rendition and contrast. These optimize light transmission while effectively minimizing reflections. The sophisticated optical construction, comprising 16 lenses arranged in 12 groups, delivers exceptional performance. Three of these lenses feature aspherical surfaces on both sides, enhancing image quality and precision.
Key Features
The most Compact, Lightest and most Economical Leica SL zoom lens to date, weighing only 20.1 ounces
Constant Aperture of f/2.8
Magnesium and Aluminum Full-Metal Housing
Hydrophobic AquaDura® coating on external lens elements
Same 67mm filter size as the Leica SL APO Prime lenses
Quiet and Fast Focusing Drive
Features
The Most Compact Zoom Lens in the SL-System
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70 f/2.8 ASPH. supports you in fields ranging from travel photography to professional film production. It not only fits comfortably in your hand but is also intuitive to use. With razor-sharp image quality, fast focusing, and a wide focal length range, it captures every instant. And what’s more, it preserves the essence of the moment.
Light, Compact and Powerful
The Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70 f/2.8 ASPH. provides first-rate performance while offering optimal mobility. Despite its durable metal housing, which ensures reliable protection against external elements, such as dust and splash water, the lens remains lightweight at just 572 g. With a convenient length of 102 mm and a maximum diameter of 72 mm, it allows for agile handling, swift operation, and versatile use without the need for frequent lens changes.
Steady Lens Speed
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70 f/2.8 ASPH. facilitates both filming and photography with a consistently high lens speed across all focal lengths. Spanning from wide angle to short telephoto, this high-quality standard zoom lens maintains a consistent f/2.8 aperture, achieving an optimal balance between brightness and versatility. Perfectly suited to supporting you with your creative work, day in, day out.
Ideal for Everyday Use
With its adaptable focal length and steady lens speed, this standard zoom lens is especially well-suited to landscape, travel, and portrait photography. The advanced autofocus system enables you to capture every moment swiftly and precisely. Produced to Leica’s exacting quality standards, the Vario lens is fully compatible with SL cameras as well as all systems from the L-Mount Alliance.
Design Details
The optical design, incorporating three aspherical elements, guarantees exceptional imaging performance and a consistent aperture. State-of-the-art coatings on the 16 lenses, arranged in 12 groups, optimise light transmission and minimise reflections. This premium lens delivers images with remarkable colour rendering and high contrast, as high as your requirements.
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Specifications
General
Color
Black
Compatibility
Leica
Type
Standard Zoom
Filter Size
E67
Lens Elements
16
Lens Format Coverage
Full Frame
Lens Groups
12
Zoom Focal Length
28-70mm
Maximum Focal Length
70mm
Minimum Focal Length
28mm
Maximum Aperture
f/ 2.8
Minimum Aperture
22
Lens Mount Compatibility
Leica L
Angle of View
28 mm: 73.8°/63.9°/45.2° | 70 mm: 35.4°/29.8°/20.1°
Focus Type
Auto/Manual
Aperture Blades
22
Lens Construction
16 elements in 12 groups
Dust/Water Resistant
Yes
In the Box
Vario-Elmarit-SL 28–70 f/2.8 ASPH., Lens Hood, SL Rear Lens Cap, Lens Cap, Soft Pouch
Approximate Dimensions
Diameter (in)
2.87
Length (in)
4.01
Warranty Information
Labor Warranty
2 Years Limited
Parts Warranty
2 Years Limited
Approximate Weight
Unit Weight (lbs.)
1.26