Ken Hansen New York

High standard The Summicron-M 50mm f/2 stands out due to both its compact and well-proven optical design, as well as its legendary focal length which can provide natural perspectives. Its fine picture quality extends all the way to the extreme corners of the image field, and outstanding contrast is achieved at all apertures. Technical details The well-balanced design makes this ideal standard lens an outstanding choice in terms of all criteria, including image quality, speed, size and weight. Stopping down to f/2.8 or f/4 brings only a minimal increase in contrast. Distortion is extremely low, practically invisible.

AT A GLANCE The Quintessential 50mm Leica Lens Built-In Retractable Lens Hood

IN THE BOX 50mm Summicron-M f/2 Lens E39 Lens Cap Rear Lens Cap M Lens Pouch

Angle of view (diagonal, horizontal, vertical) for 35 mm (24 x 36 mm): 47°, 40°, 27° Optical design Number of lenses/groups: 6 / 4 Focal length: 52.3 mm Position of entrance pupil: 25.1 mm (related to the first lens surface in light direction) Focusing range: 0.7 m to infinity Distance setting   Scales: Combined meter/feet graduation Smallest object field: 277 x 416 mm Largest reproduction ratio: 01:11.5 Aperture   Setting/Function: With click-stops, half values available, manual diaphragm Lowest value: 16 Bayonet: Leica M quick-change bayonet with 6 bit lens identification bar code for digital M models Filter mount: Non-rotating, internal thread for screw-on filters size E 39 Lens hood: Built-in telescopic Dimension and weight   Length: 43.5 mm Largest diameter: 53 mm Weight: Approx. 240 g