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Leica Telephoto 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Manual Focus Lens (6-Bit, Updated for Digital) USA
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The Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical lens is a fast high-performance lens that is also extremely compact.
With its more natural perspective compared to a 90mm focal length, it is ideally suited for many applications including reportage and portraits - particularly in smaller rooms. Its small dimensions result in not only outstanding handling but also a Leica M viewfinder image that is almost completely free of shadowing, thus allowing totally undisturbed viewing of the subject.
This lens has been updated with the "6-bit" coding, which allows the digital M camera to read this information optically and to identify which lens is being used. The camera can then (optionally) apply a "final stage" software based vignetting correction (for RAW images the lens used is simply recorded, no change is made).
- Optical improvements include: an aspherical surface, glass with anomalous partial dispersion and a high refractive index, a floating element including a brand new, high-precision adjusting mechanism, lens coating, and sophisticated measures to reduce internal reflection
- Floating element maintains the outstanding imaging performance even at the minimum range of 2.3' (0.7 m)
- Built-in lens hood can be locked in its extended position to prevent it from accidentally being pushed back in
- Includes "6-bit code" which allows the digital M8 camera to identify which lens is being used, and also to store this information in image metadata
| Filter Size | 49mm |
| f/Stop Range | 2.0- 16 |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 2.3' (0.7 m) |
| Magnification | 1:7 |
| Angle of View |
Diagonal: 32° Horizontal: 27° Vertical: 18° |
| Groups/Elements | 5/7 |
| Length | 2.6" (67mm) |
| Maximum Diameter | 2.3" (58mm) |
| Weight | 15.2 oz (430 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Consistent output (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (3)
- Weddings (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 5 customers
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
Awesome glass. I prefer this over the 90 APO ASPH as its a bit smaller and actually fills more of the frame due to the close focus limit. Renders very similar to the 50 Summilux ASPH and is ridiculously sharp wide open.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
Wasn't sure I wanted to invest in this lens, but glad I did. I have owned many different brands and types of lens, but I must say this is simply the best I have owned yet.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Contrast
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Sharpness
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
I have been a Leica rangefinder camera man all my life, M4, M6, and now the M9. My old Leica M lens are still very nice, but when I mounted the 75mm lens to my M9, the shots are beyond belief, the sharpness, contrast, and bokeh are so refined, it is like capturing life at that moment. Moreover, you can take very close up shots with this lens. Leica lenses just are amazing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Build Quality
- Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
[...] I didn't see how it could possibly live up to the hype written about it on the internet, but my opinion is now that it does, and then some. Images in the plane of focus are rendered undistorted, tack-sharp, and with a sense of immediacy that is a little hard to describe. Out of focus areas are rendered in a very pleasant, utterly non-distracting way. I have observed that while the best Nikon lenses (200/2, 85/1.4, 135/2, etc.) can certainly make superb photographs, some of this Leica glass makes you feel like you are almost there.
Pros
- Beautiful Color
- Light Weight
- precise focusing
- Sharp image quality
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Anything
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
I am in the process of selling of my Canon gear and replacing it with Leica gear. The image quality produced from this lens makes the expense of going from Canon to Leica well worth the extra cost. On my M9, at 1600 ISO and F2, indoor shots were very crisp, sharp and well saturated. I have not had a chance to do much outdoor shooting with this lens but based on the indoor shots, my expectation -- while high -- will most likely be met.
- Recommended:
- B+W 49mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter
Displaying reviews 1-5
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Consistent output (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (3)
- Weddings (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 5 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-5
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
Awesome glass. I prefer this over the 90 APO ASPH as its a bit smaller and actually fills more of the frame due to the close focus limit. Renders very similar to the 50 Summilux ASPH and is ridiculously sharp wide open.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
Wasn't sure I wanted to invest in this lens, but glad I did. I have owned many different brands and types of lens, but I must say this is simply the best I have owned yet.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by GenoP
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
- You may also flag this review
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Contrast
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Sharpness
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
I have been a Leica rangefinder camera man all my life, M4, M6, and now the M9. My old Leica M lens are still very nice, but when I mounted the 75mm lens to my M9, the shots are beyond belief, the sharpness, contrast, and bokeh are so refined, it is like capturing life at that moment. Moreover, you can take very close up shots with this lens. Leica lenses just are amazing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Build Quality
- Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
[...] I didn't see how it could possibly live up to the hype written about it on the internet, but my opinion is now that it does, and then some. Images in the plane of focus are rendered undistorted, tack-sharp, and with a sense of immediacy that is a little hard to describe. Out of focus areas are rendered in a very pleasant, utterly non-distracting way. I have observed that while the best Nikon lenses (200/2, 85/1.4, 135/2, etc.) can certainly make superb photographs, some of this Leica glass makes you feel like you are almost there.
Pros
- Beautiful Color
- Light Weight
- precise focusing
- Sharp image quality
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Anything
Comments about Leica 75mm f/2.0 APO Summicron M Aspherical Lens (6-Bit):
I am in the process of selling of my Canon gear and replacing it with Leica gear. The image quality produced from this lens makes the expense of going from Canon to Leica well worth the extra cost. On my M9, at 1600 ISO and F2, indoor shots were very crisp, sharp and well saturated. I have not had a chance to do much outdoor shooting with this lens but based on the indoor shots, my expectation -- while high -- will most likely be met.
- Recommended:
- B+W 49mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter
Displaying reviews 1-5
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