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View warranty terms and conditionsThe Leica 24mm f/2.8 Elmarit-M ASPH [11878] is a high-quality wide-angle lens for Leica M mount cameras, designed to deliver exceptional performance in a compact body. Its construction includes an aspherical surface that ensures excellent contrast and detail reproduction even at full aperture, making it an ideal tool for landscape, architecture, and reportage photography.
This lens, launched in 1996, features a maximum aperture of f/2.8 and weighs only 290 grams, making it very manageable. For proper framing, it is recommended to use the bright-line viewfinder accessory #12019, while focusing and exposure metering are done through the camera's viewfinder. As a second-hand product, it has been inspected and comes with the Camera Market warranty, giving you peace of mind with your purchase.
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The Leica 24mm f/2.8 Elmarit-M ASPH [11878] is a high-quality wide-angle lens for Leica M mount cameras, designed to deliver exceptional performance in a compact body. Its construction includes an aspherical surface that ensures excellent contrast and detail reproduction even at full aperture, making it an ideal tool for landscape, architecture, and reportage photography.
This lens, launched in 1996, features a maximum aperture of f/2.8 and weighs only 290 grams, making it very manageable. For proper framing, it is recommended to use the bright-line viewfinder accessory #12019, while focusing and exposure metering are done through the camera's viewfinder. As a second-hand product, it has been inspected and comes with the Camera Market warranty, giving you peace of mind with your purchase.
- 24mm wide-angle lens with maximum aperture f/2.8
- Aspherical element for high contrast and detail even at f/2.8
- Compact and lightweight: only 290 grams
- Leica M mount, ideal for landscape and reportage photography
- Precise manual focusing with minimum focusing distance of 0.7m
- Includes Camera Market warranty and has been inspected
What type of viewfinder do I need for this lens?
For proper framing with this lens, an accessory viewfinder is needed, such as model #12019, since the 24mm angle of view is not fully shown in the camera's viewfinder. Focusing and exposure metering are done through the camera's viewfinder.
Is it suitable for landscape photography?
Yes, it is an excellent choice for landscapes, as its 24mm focal length offers a wide angle of view and its aspherical design provides great sharpness and contrast, even at full aperture, allowing you to capture details across the entire scene.
Does this lens have autofocus?
No, this lens is manual focus, designed for Leica M mount cameras. This allows precise focus control, something many photographers value in street or documentary photography.
What does the Camera Market warranty include?
This second-hand product has been inspected and comes with the Camera Market warranty, which covers any functional defects during the warranty period. You can check the exact terms on our warranty page.
What type of viewfinder do I need for this lens?
For proper framing with this lens, an accessory viewfinder is needed, such as model #12019, since the 24mm angle of view is not fully shown in the camera's viewfinder. Focusing and exposure metering are done through the camera's viewfinder.
Is it suitable for landscape photography?
Yes, it is an excellent choice for landscapes, as its 24mm focal length offers a wide angle of view and its aspherical design provides great sharpness and contrast, even at full aperture, allowing you to capture details across the entire scene.
Does this lens have autofocus?
No, this lens is manual focus, designed for Leica M mount cameras. This allows precise focus control, something many photographers value in street or documentary photography.
What does the Camera Market warranty include?
This second-hand product has been inspected and comes with the Camera Market warranty, which covers any functional defects during the warranty period. You can check the exact terms on our warranty page.
Full condition scale
Each unit is inspected at 28 points and graded honestly. Here's how we translate each level so you know what to expect:
Barely any signs of use. Almost flawless aesthetics and perfect operation.
Light marks from normal use. Optically clean and fully functional.
Visible signs of use (scuffs, marks, brassing). Works perfectly.
Not guaranteed for use: sold for parts or repair.
Why buy used?
Depreciation is already absorbed: the same gear for much less than new.
Many classics and discontinued gems only exist today on the used market.
28-point inspection and 6-month warranty included on every unit.
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