Leica Elmar 90mm f/4 Chroom (Leica M-Mount)

This Leica Elmar f=9cm 1:4 (90mm f/4) in chrome finish, serial number 1464318, is a beautiful example of the classic Leitz craftsmanship that established Leica's legendary reputation. Produced during the 1950s, the Elmar became one of the most respected telephoto lenses in the Leica system.

The 90mm focal length served as Leica's traditional portrait and short telephoto option, offering natural compression and elegant rendering for portraits, travel photography, reportage, and detail work. Wide open, the lens delivers a subtle vintage character, while stopping down reveals impressive sharpness and contrast.

As expected from a Leitz lens, the build quality is exceptional. The all-metal construction, refined mechanics, and precise controls reflect the engineering excellence of Ernst Leitz Wetzlar. These lenses were built to last for generations and remain highly desirable among photographers and collectors alike.

Its compact dimensions are another major strength. Compared with faster telephoto lenses, the Elmar remains remarkably small and lightweight, perfectly matching the Leica philosophy of combining outstanding image quality with maximum portability.

The Leica M mount allows direct use on modern Leica rangefinders, while adapters make it equally suitable for contemporary mirrorless systems, preserving its distinctive vintage rendering in the digital era.

Prijsindicatie:
Leica Elmar 90mm f/4 objectieven in mooie staat worden doorgaans verkocht tussen €350 en €700, afhankelijk van uitvoering, optische conditie en accessoires.