27/10/2011
Leica Camera AG has expanded its range of lenses for the Leica S-System with the new Leica Elmarit-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH., a wide-angle lens scheduled to be available from December 2011. With the addition of this lens, the portfolio of lenses for the professional S-System now comprises five focal lengths.
The Elmarit-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH., with its wide angle of view equivalent to 24mm in 35mm format, opens up a multitude of new opportunities for creative composition, particularly in the fields of interior, architectural and landscape photography. At the same time, a fast maximum aperture of f/2.8 lets
S-System photographers work with shallow depth of field and selective focus, despite the lens' wide angle of view, and shoot in available light.
With outstanding imaging performance from the closest focus to infinity at all apertures, and brilliant colour rendition, the Leica Elmarit-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. guarantees perfect results in a wide range of photographic situations.
Dedication to the highest imaging quality is a key factor in the design and construction of all Leica S lenses, fulfilling the stringent demands that professional photographers place on a camera system in their everyday work. Even wide open, the Leica Elmarit-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. fulfils these demands and offers maximum contrast, highest resolution and extremely low distortion throughout its entire focusing range. Software-driven image optimisation is unnecessary, allowing photographers to concentrate purely on the creative side of their work. A further highlight of this lens is its excellent control of flare, ensuring high-contrast images, even when shooting a backlit subject.
The Leica Elmarit-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. features an extremely robust bayonet mount and is fully sealed against dust and spray, for absolute reliability even under the harshest shooting conditions. Furthermore, the lens is supplied with a rectangular hood designed for optimum suppression of extraneous light.
For further product information please consult the Leica web site at www.leica-camera.com and www.S-League.net.
Notes to Editors
For further information or high resolution images, please contact Jenny Hodge on 07920 291920 / email jenny.hodge@leica-camera.co.uk or call Simon Wittenberg on 07867 804471 / leica@sidhuandsimon.com.
Pricing and availability
The Leica Elmarit-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. is scheduled to be available in the UK in December 2011 from authorised Leica dealers including the Leica Store Mayfair: www.leica-storemayfair.co.uk, tel: 020 7629 1351. A full list of authorised UK Leica dealers is available at www.leica-camera.co.uk. Pricing will be announced nearer to the time of product availability.
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Technical specifications | Leica Elmarit-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH
| Lens Type | High-speed wide-angle lens with two aspherical lens surfaces |
| Compatible cameras | All Leica S-System models |
| Image view | Approx. 84°, 74°, 53° (diagonal, horizontal, vertical), equivalent to approx. 24mm in 35 mm format |
| Optical design | Number of elements/groups: 13/9 aspherical surfaces: 2 position of entrance pupil: 33.3 mm (from first lens element) |
| Distance settings | Distance range: 0.5 m to ∞, combined scale metres/feet Smallest object field/largest repro ratio: approx. 330 x 495 mm/1:11 |
| Aperture | Electronically controlled diaphragm, selection dial on camera, including half values, lowest value 22 |
| Bayonet | Leica S quick-change bayonet with contact strip for Leica S-Models |
| Filter mount | Internal thread for E82 filter; filter mount does not rotate |
| Lens hood | Lens hood (included), adjustable by bayonet |
| Surface finish | Black anodised |
| Dimensions | Length to bayonet mount: approx.128/156 mm (without/with lens hood) Largest diameter: approx. 88/132 mm (without/with lens hood) |
| Weight | Approx. 1,060 g |
