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Leica Elmarit-M 21mm f/2.8 ASPH

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Pros

  • fast
  • convenient and efficient
  • Resolution

Cons

  • photographs require ultimate sharpness and low distortion
  • Very poor resolution at the edges
  • the contrast and resolution is on the weak side
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  • , 21.3 mm
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Leica Elmarit-M 21mm f/2.8 ASPH - Pros & Cons

Leica Elmarit-M 21mm f/2.8 ASPH

Pros

  • fast
  • convenient and efficient
  • Resolution
  • contrast and color are all superb
  • Fast
  • friendly
  • efficient
  • Excellent contrast specially with those back lited
  • extremely sharp images and good depth of field at the widest aperture settings

Cons

  • photographs require ultimate sharpness and low distortion
  • Very poor resolution at the edges
  • the contrast and resolution is on the weak side
  • Slight light fall off on extream corners at maximum opening

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Leica Elmarit-M 21mm f/2.8 ASPH - Full Specifications

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General
Lens typeNormal
Lens mountLeica M
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Aperture
Aperture max2.8
Aperture min16
Aperture ringyes
Number of diaphragm blades9
Aperture featuresClickstops
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Optics
Elements9
Groups7
Special elements / coatings1 Aspherical element
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Dimensions
Weight10.58 oz
Diameter2.28 in
Length1.81 in
Filter size2.17 in
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Image properties
Max Format size
Full-frame
Focal length< 21.3
Maximum magnification0.03 x
Image stabilisationno
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Focus
Autofocusno
Closest focusing distance0.7
Distance scaleyes
Depth of field (DoF) scaleyes
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Body materialsMetal
Tripod collarno
Hood suppliedyes

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Leica Elmarit-M 21mm f/2.8 ASPH Leica - Editorial Reviews (1)

Leica Elmarit-M 21mm f/2.8 ASPH Leica 21mm Elmarit M f/2.8 ASPH 35mm Primes user reviews : 4.7 out of 5 - 7 reviews - photographyreview.com
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Leica 21mm Elmarit M f/2.8 ASPH 35mm Primes user reviews : 4.7 out of 5 - 7 reviews - photographyreview.com

Leica 21mm Elmarit M f/2.8 ASPH 35mm Primes user reviews : 4.7 out of 5 - 7 reviews - photographyreview.com

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