Leica Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 APO

The Leica Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 APO is a telephoto lens for MF format cameras only, it was produced until 2015 and is currently only available used. Focusing is automatic and occurs via a non-ultrasonic AF motor, image stabilization is absent. The lens hood is sold separately; the minimum focusing distance is one and a half meters and the shooting angle is around 17 degrees. The materials are resistant and well made, this gives the lens good resistance and equally good durability. The weight and dimensions are slightly high and could be a deterrent to purchase. The photos taken with this lens are decidedly sharp and without defects that need to be reported. The colors are lively and realistically rendered, aberrations and distortions are almost absent. The brightness is quite good and allows for good performance even in less than excellent lighting. The fixed focal length represents a limitation for some photographic genres. The Leica Elmar-S 180mm f/3.5 APO is a lens suitable for photographers looking for a specific lens with these characteristics, it is not very versatile and has limited practicality in continuous use. A positive factor is the possibility of being able to find it at a reduced price when used. In this case the expense could be justified and represent a good investment to increase your photographic kit.