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Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens

BH #LE9028028 • MFR #11175
Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens
Key Features
  • L Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • 7 Anomalous Partial Dispersion Elements
  • AquaDura Coating on Outer Elements
An expansive telephoto zoom carrying with it an apochromatic design, the APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens from Leica is designed for full-frame and APS-C-sized L-mount mirrorless cameras. An intricate 23 elements, 17 groups optical design incorporates seven anomalous partial dispersion elements to significantly reduce chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range and provide faithful color accuracy that is void of fringing. The f/2.8-4 maximum aperture benefits working in a variety of lighting conditions and also offers greater control over focus position for working with shallow depth of field techniques. Designed as an apt-performing tele zoom covering a broad array of focal lengths, this well-corrected optic maintains consistently high clarity and sharpness throughout the long-reaching zoom range.
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Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Overview

An expansive telephoto zoom carrying with it an apochromatic design, the APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens from Leica is designed for full-frame and APS-C-sized L-mount mirrorless cameras. An intricate 23 elements, 17 groups optical design incorporates seven anomalous partial dispersion elements to significantly reduce chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range and provide faithful color accuracy that is void of fringing. The f/2.8-4 maximum aperture benefits working in a variety of lighting conditions and also offers greater control over focus position for working with shallow depth of field techniques. Designed as an apt-performing tele zoom covering a broad array of focal lengths, this well-corrected optic maintains consistently high clarity and sharpness throughout the long-reaching zoom range.

Complementing the optical attributes, this 90-280mm is also characterized by its fast performance due to internal focusing and zooming. The optical design is broken into seven distinct moving groups, including with two dedicated focusing elements that are driven by linear stepping motors, to expedite focusing accuracy and speed throughout both the zooming and focus ranges. Also benefitting sharpness, an optical image stabilization system compensates for up to 3.5 stops of camera shake to better enable handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions. When working from a tripod, a removable rotating tripod collar is included for increased stability, and it incorporates firm detents at 90° positions for seamless switching between horizontal and vertical shooting orientations. Additionally, this lens features Leica's AquaDura hydrophobic coating on the front and rear elements, to guard against moisture and smudging, and a fully dust and water-sealed design to protect the lens during use in inclement conditions.

Telephoto zoom 90-280mm L-mount lens is designed for use on full-frame mirrorless cameras, and can also be used on APS-C models where it will provide a 135-420mm equivalent focal length range.
The f/2.8-4 maximum aperture is ideal for working in difficult lighting conditions and also offers increased control over focus position for selective focus applications.
Designated as an apochromat, this lens features seven anomalous partial dispersion elements that reduce chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range in order to virtually eliminate color fringing and false colors.
An optical image stabilization system compensates for up to 3.5 stops of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting with slower shutter speeds.
A stepping motor with linear positioning offers smooth, silent, and precise autofocus performance for focusing as closely as 2' at the 90mm focal length position, or as closely as 4.6' at the 280mm focal length position.
Dual internal focusing design employs two individual elements for focusing in order produce quick, quiet, and accurate focusing performance. This focusing mechanism also pairs well with the internal zoom design to maintain the overall lens length and to prevent the front 82mm filter ring from rotating during use.
The water-repellent AquaDura coating has been applied to the front and rear optical surfaces to protect against moisture and other elements.
Weather-sealed design protects against dust and moisture to benefit working in trying shooting conditions.
Included lens hood helps to guard against stray light from entering the lens and to prevent unwanted ghosting and flare from occurring.
A removable rotating tripod collar lends increased stability when shooting atop a tripod, and incorporates detents at 90° positions for more intuitive switching between horizontal and vertical shooting orientations.
UPC: 799429111755

Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
90 to 280mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8 to 4
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
82 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8 to 4
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
L-Mount
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
26° to 9°
Minimum Focus Distance
1.97' / 60 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.21x
Optical Design
23 Elements in 17 Groups
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Tripod Collar
Removable and Rotating
Filter Size
82 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
3.46 x 9.37" / 88 x 238 mm
Weight
4.08 lb / 1.85 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
16 x 7.75 x 7.4"

Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Reviews

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What is the length and diameter of the included ...

What is the length and diameter of the included hood (Leica 12300)?
Asked by: Maureen
The length of the Leica Lens Hood for APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 is 3 and 3/16”, the diameter is ø 4 and 5/16.”
Answered by: Ejona G
Date published: 2024-03-23

Will the lumix or sigma l mount teleconverters ...

Will the lumix or sigma l mount teleconverters work?
Asked by: Robert
The Sigma and Panasonic tele converters are designed to work only with their lenses and will not work with Leica lenses.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2022-02-10

How long is the foot on the lens?

How long is the foot on the lens?
Asked by: T.J.
The Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens has a foot on the tripod collar that is approximately 3" long.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2022-03-14

I have looked but not found a teleconverter for ...

I have looked but not found a teleconverter for this lens. Does anyone here know it one exists? Thanks.
Asked by: tim
I'm sorry but I don't think there is one available for that lens.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-01-02

is this lens made in Germany?

is this lens made in Germany?
Asked by: Vajirbhai
Yes, the Leica 90-280mm APO is made in Germany.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2021-11-23

question

What is the max f stop of the lens at 200mm and 280mm?
Asked by: Lee P.
The Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens operates at f/3.5 when set to 200mm (it goes up to f/3.6 at the marked 210mm point on the zoom ring). And of course f/4 at 280mm at the end of both focal and aperture ranges.
Answered by: Chuck C.
Date published: 2021-10-28

How to remove tripod collar? Knob won't turn per ...

How to remove tripod collar? Knob won't turn per manual?
Asked by: Robert
The tripod collar on the Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 Lens is non-removable.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2022-11-03

question

Which adapter is required to use this lens with an Monochrome 246 camera?
Asked by: Anonymous
Only the reverse is possible (m lens on SL) because the flange distance is shorter on the SL than on the M.
Answered by: Paul M.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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