Name: Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH
Brand: Leica
SKU: 319
Rating: 3.6 (7 reviews)

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH front

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH rear

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH top

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH

3.9

based on all reviews

easy lens to use
very responsive and quick to focus
silent and precise autofocus motor

it is big
and it is heavy
no other lens specification can match this for sharpness

Elements: 18
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Full-frame (35mm)
Focal length: 24, 90 mm
Image stabilisation: yes
Lens type: Telephoto

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH - Pros & Cons

easy lens to use
very responsive and quick to focus
silent and precise autofocus motor
the bokeh is nice
Weather sealedIt's built incredibly solid
image quality is good all around
Focuses pretty fast and reliably
both fast and accurate
it is solidly built and a very good imaging performer
better build quality and more reach
the lens is extremely well built
your images are lovely

it is big
and it is heavy
no other lens specification can match this for sharpness
very often shooting in precarious
There are no buttons or switches on the lens
always be the most accurate
a dented lens filter ring
have the same character as M lenses
It was also difficult to force the lens to flare
no distance scale and no depth-of-field indicator
Diffraction had only a minor effect on image sharpness
Nor will you find an AF/MF switch or stabiliser control
weight and size of this lens
lack of a longer end
It does not store any personal data
so wide than it gets a bit less use
Fall-off darkens corners at wider angles
Distortion is often a concern with zooms
rain
snow and wind

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH - Full Specifications

Lens type	Telephoto
Lens mount	Leica SL

Aperture max	2.8-4
Aperture min	22
Aperture ring	no

Elements	18
Groups	15
Special elements / coatings	4 Aspherical elements
Power zoom	no
Zoom method	Expanding

Weight	40.21 oz
Diameter	3.46 in
Length	5.43 in
Filter size	3.23 in

Max Format size	Full-frame
Focal length	24 - 90
Maximum magnification	0.14 x
Image stabilisation	yes

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	STP
Closest focusing distance	0.30
Distance scale	no
Depth of field (DoF) scale	no

Colour of product	Black
Zoom lock	no
Sealing	yes

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Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH Leica - Editorial Reviews (5)

4.2

Based on 5 reviews

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH A Reliable Workhorse. Leica SL 24-90mm f2.8-4 Review

The Phoblographer

Published: 11.01.2021

A Reliable Workhorse. Leica SL 24-90mm f2.8-4 Review

The Leica SL 24-90mm f2.8-4 is a lens that is the best workhorse made by Leica. But it's got a few quirks despite being a good lens overall.

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. Review

PCMAG

Published: 20.10.2015

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. Review

4.0

The Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. is the first standard zoom for the Leica SL system, and it doesn't disappoint.

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. lens

Photo Review

Published: 31.01.2017

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. lens

4.4

A fast stabilised standard zoom lens with internal focusing and a stepping motor drive, designed specifically for the Leica SL-System.

Photography Life

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH - Photography Life

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH Lens Review and Specs

Camera Decision

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH Lens Review and Specs

Read our detailed analysis of the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH Standard Zoom lens, find out its pros and cons, and how it compares with the other lenses.