Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam Lens
The Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam is a 180mm f/3.4 lens designed for Leica R mount cameras. Used copies start from $329.99 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam Lens
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Lens Overview — Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam
Key Features — Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam
180mm APO Telephoto Prime: Apochromatic optical design corrects chromatic aberration across the frame, producing sharp, color-accurate results at a dedicated 180mm focal length.
f/3.4 Maximum Aperture: Allows meaningful subject separation and background blur while keeping the lens to a manageable size and weight for a telephoto prime.
Leica R 3-Cam Mount: The 3-Cam designation ensures aperture coupling compatibility across the full range of Leica R-series camera bodies, from early to later generations.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed to cover a 35mm full-frame image circle with no vignetting on Leica R full-frame bodies.
Manual Focus Only: Precise manual focus ring suits photographers who prefer deliberate, tactile focusing control for portraits, nature, and telephoto work.
60mm Filter Thread: Standard 60mm screw-in filter thread gives access to a wide range of widely available filter accessories.
Lens Specifications — Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Wildlife, Sports, Portrait, Landscape |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 180mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.4 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Leica R |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 60mm |
Description — Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam
The Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam is a full-frame telephoto prime lens designed for the Leica R mount system. With a fixed 180mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.4, this lens is aimed at photographers who value precision and optical dedication over the versatility of zoom. The 3-Cam designation indicates compatibility with the aperture coupling system used across Leica R camera bodies.
Focusing is entirely manual, placing full control in the hands of the photographer for deliberate, considered image-making. The lens accepts 60mm screw-in filters, a convenient standard size for those who use polarizers, ND filters, or other accessories. Weighing 850g, it is a substantial piece of glass that benefits from stable support at its telephoto focal length.
There is no image stabilization, so attention to shutter speed and technique is important. This lens is a strong choice for Leica R system users seeking a dedicated telephoto prime with a straightforward manual workflow.
Pros — Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam
- ✓Fixed 180mm focal length provides a dedicated telephoto perspective with no compromise from zoom mechanics
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/3.4 offers meaningful subject separation potential for a telephoto prime
- ✓Full-frame coverage ensures compatibility with full-frame Leica R bodies without vignetting concerns
Cons — Leica 180mm f/3.4 APO-Telyt-R 3-Cam
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability, which may limit use in fast-moving or action scenarios
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring steady technique or support at 180mm focal length
- ✗Leica R mount is a legacy system with a limited and aging body ecosystem