Leica Elmarit-Tl 18mm F/2.8 ASPH Lens

The new Leica Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH. is not only one of the smallest lenses in its class, it also by far exceeds the imaging performance of its competitors. With a length of only 20.5 millimetres, a weight of no more than 80 grams and fast autofocus, this wide-angle is the perfect ‘constant companion’ for the compact Leica CL.

Product Specifications

• Lens - Leica Elmarit-TL 18 mm f/2.8 ASPH.
• Order no. - 11 088 black anodized 
• 11 089 silver anodized
• Compatible cameras - All Leica cameras with Leica L bayonet
• Angle of view (diagonal, horizontal, vertical) - Approx. 75°, 65°, 46°, corresponding to around 27 mm focal length in 27 mm format
• Optical design - Number of lenses/groups: 8/6
• Aspherical surfaces: 4
• Position of entrance pupil (at infinity): -12.5 mm (in direction of light incidence in front of bayonet mount)
• Distance setting - Setting/Function: Electronically controlled
• Mode selectable using camera menu: Automatic (AF) or manual (M), in AF mode manual override possible at any times with setting dial
• Focusing range: 0.3 m to ∞
• Smallest object field/largest scale: approx. 343 x 228 mm/1:14
• Aperture - Setting/Function: Electronically controlled, adjustment using dial on camera, third values also available
• Lowest value: 16
• Bayonett fitting - Leica L bayonet with contact strip
• Filter mount/ Lens hood - Internal thread for E39 filters, filter mount does not rotate
• Finish - Black/silver anodized
• Dimensions and Weight - Length to bayonet mount: approx. 21 mm
• Largest diameter: approx. 62 mm
• Weight: approx. 80 g