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Used Leica 35mm f/2 ASPH Summicron-M [11879]
- 35mm
- Prime
- Leica M Mount
£1,499 Sold
Condition report
Checked in HarrogateVisible signs of use on the lens barrel. Focus and aperture are smooth. Lens optics are mostly clear, however there is a slight mark in the central element group.
- Testing
- Fully tested
- Warranty
- 6 months
- In the box
- Boxed, complete with caps, hood & lens case
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60+ yearsIndependent, in Harrogate
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The details
At a glance: Leica 35mm f/2 Summicron-M ASPH - iconic wide-standard M-mount prime, documentary classic.
About this lens
The Leica 35mm f/2 ASPH Summicron-M (11879) is Leica's iconic 35mm Summicron - a celebrated wide-standard prime for Leica M-mount bodies. 35mm is a classic documentary/street focal length, and the Summicron f/2 is Leica's flagship optical formula in this range. Aspherical elements for optical excellence.
Build & handling
| Autofocus | Manual focus (rangefinder coupled) |
|---|---|
| Minimum focus distance | 0.70m |
| Filter thread | E39 |
| Weight | Approx. 250g |
| Construction | ASPH (aspherical), all-metal barrel with smooth focus throw |
Works with
- Leica M-mount film and digital bodies (M3 era through M11 / M-series mirrorless)
- Modern mirrorless (Sony E, Fuji X, MFT) via M-to-[system] adapter - manual focus only
Best for
One of Leica's most celebrated lenses - the 35mm Summicron-M ASPH is widely considered among the best 35mm primes ever made. Used extensively by documentary, street and environmental-portrait photographers. The f/2 aperture is classically fast for 35mm, and the ASPH formula delivers exceptional sharpness and contrast wide open. Pairs naturally with an M body for a classic rangefinder kit.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the 35mm Summicron so celebrated?
Leica's 35mm Summicron has been a documentary and street photography reference lens for decades - excellent optical performance wide-open, characteristic Leica rendering, compact size, and a focal length that suits environmental work perfectly. The ASPH version (with aspherical elements) is the modern benchmark.
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