Leica has announced a new Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH lens and 2x Teleconverter for L-Mount.
Key features
- Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/22
- Fast, Compact Telephoto Zoom
- Three Aspherical Elements
- 3.5-Stop Optical Image Stabilization
- Multi-Layer & Aqua-Dura Coatings
- Dust and Moisture-Resistant Design
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH is claimed to deliver excellent performance for telephoto applications.
The lens design consists of 20 elements in 15 groups with three aspherical elements within the lens that are said to reduce various optical aberrations. Sophisticated multi-layer and aqua-dura coatings on the glass surfaces coupled with the detachable lens hood help prevent unwanted stray light from entering the lens.
There are 3.5 stops of optical image stabilization and it has an 82mm front filter diameter. The minimum focusing distance is 25.59″ / 0.65 m
The lens weighs 3.4 lb / 1540 g.
The Leica Extender L 2.0x was designed for the Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 f/2.8 ASPH. and Vario-Elmar-SL100-400mm f/5-6.3 zoom lenses, effectively doubling their zoom range. The teleconverter features eight elements in four groups
Price & Availability
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH lens is now available to pre-order for $3,295 USD.
The Leica Extender L 2.0x is also available to pre-order for $995 USD.
