Name: Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH
Brand: Leica
SKU: 444
Rating: 4.2 (13 reviews)

4.1

based on all reviews

Focus is smooth and focus throw is good
little
durable lens is easy to use for a manual lens

very corners see a bit of softness wide open
the aperture ring is too loose
mine accidentally shifts more often than I like

Construction: Fixed
Elements: 8
Autofocus: no
Max format size: Full-frame (35mm)
Focal length: , 28.4 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Normal, Wide angle

Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH - Pros & Cons

Focus is smooth and focus throw is good
little
durable lens is easy to use for a manual lens
durable metal build and the vintage look
very light
it still feels solid
Wide
Compact
and Affordable
price is reasonable-for a Leica
stunning sharpness and consistent images
The focus ring turns smoothly and comfortably
landscapers and architecture photographers
really easy and comfortable to use
it s very easy and comfortable to work with
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useful focal length and fantastic lens
Elmarit-R is actually a good performer
results have been excellent
Quality of articles is better than quantity
Chromatic aberration is impressively controlled

very corners see a bit of softness wide open
the aperture ring is too loose
mine accidentally shifts more often than I like
The focus ring has no textured grip
Camera lenses are typically small or bright
bokeh balls sometimes have an onion ring edge
more difficult on such a tiny lens barrel
system of lenses is not well-suited or designed for macro photography
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lack of money and a penchant for embracing imperfect lenses
the lens isn t expensive
Ghosting from point light sources is common
Vignetting can be an issue
s very little drama at normal focusing distances
expense of a slower aperture
It vignettes a tiny bit when wide open
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LEICA ELMARIT-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH - OVERVIEW

Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH - Full Specifications

Lens type	Normal Wide angle
Lens mount	Leica M

Aperture max	2.8
Aperture min	22
Aperture ring	yes
Number of diaphragm blades	10
Aperture features	Clickstops

Construction	Fixed
Elements	8
Groups	6
Special elements / coatings	1 Aspherical element

Weight	6.35 oz
Diameter	2.05 in
Length	1.18 in
Filter size	1.54 in

Max Format size	Full-frame
Focal length	< 28.4
Maximum magnification	0.05 x
Image stabilisation	no

Autofocus	no
Closest focusing distance	0.7
Distance scale	yes
Depth of field (DoF) scale	yes

Colour of product	Black
Body materials	Metal
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes

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Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH Leica - Editorial Reviews (3)

4.0

Based on 3 reviews

Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH Sturdy Yet Small: Leica 28mm f2.8 ASPH Elmarit Review

The Phoblographer

Published: 25.05.2021

Sturdy Yet Small: Leica 28mm f2.8 ASPH Elmarit Review

The Leica 28mm f2.8 ASPH Elmarit is one of Leica's smallest M-mount lenses, but it packs a big punch with sharp images and lots of character.

Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH Leica 28mm 2.8 Elmarit-M ASPH Review - one of the best lenses I've ever... sold...

35mmc

Published: 22.05.2016

Leica 28mm 2.8 Elmarit-M ASPH Review - one of the best lenses I've ever... sold...

I only shot a few photos from a couple of rolls with the Leica 28mm Elmarit-M ASPH. It was enough to realise that it's nothing short of a stunning lens