Name: Leica 11729 Summilux-M 50mm f1.4 ASPH E46 Lens (Silver, 2023 Version)
Brand: Leica
SKU: ULM-06-11729-2 04958767
Price: 4078.98 USD
Availability: InStock

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Inspired by its vintage 1959 counterpart, the black-chrome edition of the Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens boasts a distinctive matte black finish and a traditional design reminiscent of the original model's aesthetic. Despite its classic exterior, the lens features a modern optical composition that includes an aspherical element and a floating element, crafted with glasses that offer anomalous partial dispersion and a high refractive index. This advanced design minimizes color fringing and distortion across the focus range and aperture settings, enhancing sharpness and image accuracy. The lens' large f/1.4 aperture is ideal for shooting in low light and provides precise control over depth of field for dynamic selective focus imagery. This special black-chrome edition harmoniously blends Leica's legacy of combining elegance with high-performance optics.

The Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH is a high-performance prime lens designed for Leica M-mount cameras. Renowned for its exceptional optical quality, this lens features an advanced aspherical element for sharpness and clarity, even at its maximum aperture of f/1.4. It is ideal for low-light photography, portraits, and street photography, offering a natural perspective and beautiful bokeh.

The Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH is a **prime** lens built for the **Leica M mount**, offering **full-frame** coverage for M-system mirrorless cameras. Its **f/1.4** maximum aperture makes it a capable option when light is limited and gives photographers meaningful control over how much of a scene is rendered in sharp focus versus soft background separation. Weighing just **335g**, it sits comfortably in the hand and pairs well with the compact bodies typical of the Leica M system. The lens operates with **manual focus only**, in keeping with the rangefinder shooting philosophy of the M platform. A **46mm** filter thread allows straightforward use of standard protective or creative filters. The **50mm** focal length falls squarely in the standard range, making this lens adaptable across portrait, street, travel, and general photography. With **no image stabilization**, steady technique or faster shutter speeds are important considerations when shooting handheld in lower light at wide apertures.

The aspherical lens element controls spherical aberration and coma for sharp, high-contrast results even at wide-open apertures.

50mm f/1.4 Aspherical Optics

Designed specifically for the Leica M rangefinder system, compatible with both film and digital M-series bodies.

Leica M Mount

Image circle covers the full 35mm format with no crop factor on Leica M full-frame cameras.

Full-Frame Coverage

Lets in substantial light for low-light shooting and provides strong background separation when working with selective focus.

f/1.4 Maximum Aperture

Smooth, precise focus ring engineered for the tactile, deliberate shooting style of rangefinder photography.

Manual Focus Design

Lightweight construction makes it practical for everyday carry without adding bulk to an M-system kit.

Compact 335g Build

Standard filter size makes it straightforward to attach protective, polarizing, or ND filters.

46mm Filter Thread

Closely matches the natural human field of vision, making it a versatile choice for street, documentary, and portrait work.

Leica 11729 Summilux-M 50mm f1.4 ASPH E46 Lens (Silver, 2023 Version)

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