Leica Elmar 2.8 / 50 mm Prime lens
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Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 collapsible lens for Leica M mount, serial 1934144, manufactured around 1962; tested and working, in very good physical condition.
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Beautiful vintage Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 folding (retractable) lens, made in Germany. This classic model is highly valued by photographers and collectors for its compact design as well as its optical performance and the characteristic bokeh it produces.
Details of the item:
• Model: Elmar 1:2.8 / 50 mm
• Manufacturer: Ernst Leitz Wetzlar (Germany)
• Serial number: 1934144
• Year of manufacture: 1962 (confirmed by Leitz serial number registry)
• Main features: Very compact retractable design and a classic 15-blade diaphragm that provides exceptional circular bokeh.
Condition:
• Aesthetics: The barrel and the chrome front ring are in very good visual condition, with clean and clearly legible engravings (see images).
• Mechanics: The focusing mechanism and the diaphragm ring turn smoothly / The retractable system locks correctly).
• Optics: The lenses are clean, with no fungus or visible scratches).
Please review the attached images carefully to verify the exact condition of the item before bidding. It will be properly protected and sent with tracking number.
Beautiful vintage Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 folding (retractable) lens, made in Germany. This classic model is highly valued by photographers and collectors for its compact design as well as its optical performance and the characteristic bokeh it produces.
Details of the item:
• Model: Elmar 1:2.8 / 50 mm
• Manufacturer: Ernst Leitz Wetzlar (Germany)
• Serial number: 1934144
• Year of manufacture: 1962 (confirmed by Leitz serial number registry)
• Main features: Very compact retractable design and a classic 15-blade diaphragm that provides exceptional circular bokeh.
Condition:
• Aesthetics: The barrel and the chrome front ring are in very good visual condition, with clean and clearly legible engravings (see images).
• Mechanics: The focusing mechanism and the diaphragm ring turn smoothly / The retractable system locks correctly).
• Optics: The lenses are clean, with no fungus or visible scratches).
Please review the attached images carefully to verify the exact condition of the item before bidding. It will be properly protected and sent with tracking number.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Lens mount type
Leica M
Brand
Leica
Model/type nr
Elmar 2.8 / 50 mm
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1960-1970
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