Leica APO Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8

The Leica APO Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 is a telephoto lens, with macro functionality, suitable for FF and APSC cameras. Focusing is manual only and takes place via a practical and precise ring placed on the body of the lens. There is no image stabilization and the lens hood is built-in and cannot be removed. The minimum focusing distance is 70 centimetres, also acting as a decent macro; while the focal angle is very small and settles at around 24 degrees. The images appear to be of good quality: the sharpness is normal, there is a discreet bokeh effect in portrait photos, the colors are lively and well defined. There are no significant defects: both chromatic aberrations and distortions are practically zero. The materials are all of excellent quality and are a guarantee of the good quality of the product, these characteristics make it resistant and durable over time. The dimensions of the lens are slightly excessive and shifting the focal length could make the device unbalanced, making it difficult to use it for long periods, and excessive weight can be equally annoying. The Leica APO Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 is a lens that can adapt to different circumstances and can be used by both beginners and professionals. The cost is decidedly high but the quality of the images repays the expense, furthermore, it is not possible to buy it new because it is no longer in production, so in this case, there is the possibility of finding a good used one at an advantageous price.