Leica APO-MACRO-ELMARIT-R 1:2.8/100mm Macro lens
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Leica APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 (E60), Leica R mount, physical condition good, functional condition tested and working, serial number 3853892.
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Leica APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 E60 – SN 3853892 – Excellent condition – Rare APO macro lens – including original leather Leica case with zipper, original front and rear caps.
Description
One of the highest-quality Leica R lenses: the APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 (E60 filter size), with serial number 3853892.
This objective is known as one of the best macro and portrait lenses ever produced by Leica, with exceptional sharpness, apochromatic correction, and beautiful color rendering.
A highly sought-after collectible item and a phenomenal lens for digital systems via adapter (Leica SL, Sony E, Panasonic S, Blackmagic).
Details
• Brand: Leica
• Model: APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 (E60)
Serial number: 3853892
• Mount: Leica R
Focus adjustment: Manual
• Maximum magnification: 1:2 (with Macro-Adapter-R: 1:1)
Apochromatic correction (APO)
Filter size: E60
- Including: front and back caps
Condition good 8/10
Optical:
Glass completely clear
• No scratches, haze, balsam problems, or fungus.
Coatings in very good condition
Mechanical
• The focuser operates smoothly and evenly.
The diaphragm functions correctly, with clean and sharp blades.
Click points are well perceptible.
Cosmetic
• Light signs of use consistent with age
No dents or damages. Focuser rotates smoothly and precisely.
The diaphragm works perfectly, lamellae are clean.
No play, no mechanical problems.
Neatly used condition (light signs of use possible, no damages)
No dents, no deep marks.
Why this lens is special
Considered one of the best macro lenses ever made.
• Apochromatic → virtually no chromatic aberration
Extremely high microcontrast and resolution.
Great for:
Macro
Product photography
The portraits (very flattering)
Video (cinematographic rendering)
Enormously popular on modern mirrorless cameras.
Popularity & Compatibility
Frequently used on:
• Leica SL / SL2
• Sony A7/A9/A1
• Panasonic S1/S5
Blackmagic cinema camera's
• RED/ARRI (metal adapters)
This lens is a collector’s item with lasting value.
Weight 750 grams
color black
This item (SN 3853892) is in very good optical and mechanical condition and is therefore a very attractive lot.
Not shipped to the USA.
Leica APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 E60 – SN 3853892 – Excellent condition – Rare APO macro lens – including original leather Leica case with zipper, original front and rear caps.
Description
One of the highest-quality Leica R lenses: the APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 (E60 filter size), with serial number 3853892.
This objective is known as one of the best macro and portrait lenses ever produced by Leica, with exceptional sharpness, apochromatic correction, and beautiful color rendering.
A highly sought-after collectible item and a phenomenal lens for digital systems via adapter (Leica SL, Sony E, Panasonic S, Blackmagic).
Details
• Brand: Leica
• Model: APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 (E60)
Serial number: 3853892
• Mount: Leica R
Focus adjustment: Manual
• Maximum magnification: 1:2 (with Macro-Adapter-R: 1:1)
Apochromatic correction (APO)
Filter size: E60
- Including: front and back caps
Condition good 8/10
Optical:
Glass completely clear
• No scratches, haze, balsam problems, or fungus.
Coatings in very good condition
Mechanical
• The focuser operates smoothly and evenly.
The diaphragm functions correctly, with clean and sharp blades.
Click points are well perceptible.
Cosmetic
• Light signs of use consistent with age
No dents or damages. Focuser rotates smoothly and precisely.
The diaphragm works perfectly, lamellae are clean.
No play, no mechanical problems.
Neatly used condition (light signs of use possible, no damages)
No dents, no deep marks.
Why this lens is special
Considered one of the best macro lenses ever made.
• Apochromatic → virtually no chromatic aberration
Extremely high microcontrast and resolution.
Great for:
Macro
Product photography
The portraits (very flattering)
Video (cinematographic rendering)
Enormously popular on modern mirrorless cameras.
Popularity & Compatibility
Frequently used on:
• Leica SL / SL2
• Sony A7/A9/A1
• Panasonic S1/S5
Blackmagic cinema camera's
• RED/ARRI (metal adapters)
This lens is a collector’s item with lasting value.
Weight 750 grams
color black
This item (SN 3853892) is in very good optical and mechanical condition and is therefore a very attractive lot.
Not shipped to the USA.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Lens mount type
Leica R
Brand
Leica
Model/ type nr
APO-MACRO-ELMARIT-R 1:2.8/100mm
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated Period
1990-2000
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