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Leica Announces 70-200mm Zoom, 2.0x Extender
5 September 2024
Leica has announced its Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 f2.8 ASPH. and Extender L 2.0x for L-Mount cameras.
TELEPHOTO ZOOM
The new 70-200 f2.8 forms a powerful f2.8 trinity for the SL System together with the Super-Vario-Elmarit-SL 14-24 f2.8 ASPH. and the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f2.8 ASPH. This series covers the entire focal length range from a 14mm ultra wide-angle to 200mm telephoto.
Highlights of the new zoom include:
- Full-frame coverage
- Apertures: f2.8 to f22
- Fast, compact telephoto zoom
- Three aspherical elements
- 3.5-stop optical image stabilization
- Multi-layer ans\d aqua-dura coatings
- Dust and moisture-resistant design
Specifications for the zoom include:
LEICA VARIO-ELMARIT-SL 70-200 f2.8 ASPH. LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Leica L Focal Length 70mm to 200mm Aperture f2.8 to f22 Angle of View 33.4° to 12.7° Minimum Focus 25.59 inches Magnification 1:5.1 Optical Design 20 elements in 15 groups
3 aspherical elementsAutofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 82mm Dimensions 3.5 x 8.1 inches Weight 3.4 lbs. Leica said the Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 f2.8 ASPH. is $3,295 including VAT. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting orders.
EXTENDER
Leica has also introduced another extender for the telephoto Varios with L-Mount. The Extender L 2.0x extends the new SL lens to a focal length of up to 400mm.
Highlights of the extender include:
- 2x magnification
- Weather-sealed design
- AquaDura coating
- Metadata transfer supported
Specifications for the extender include:
LEICA EXTENDER L 2.0x SPECIFICATIONS Mount Leica L Magnification 2x Optical Design 8 elements in 4 groups Dimensions 2.6 inches wide Weight 7.8 oz. Leica said the Extender L 2.0x, available now, is €920 including VAT. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting orders.
New telephoto zoom lens with a focal length of 70-200mm and new 2.0x Extender expand the L-Mount portfolio.
Leica lenses are valued worldwide for their outstanding quality. Their legendary imaging performance is based on more than 150 years of expertise in the manufacturing of optical instruments. The same applies to the new Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 f2.8 ASPH.
Being the third zoom lens with an aperture of 2.8, the new Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 f2.8 ASPH. forms a powerful trinity series for the SL-System together with the Super-Vario-Elmarit-SL 14-24 f2.8 ASPH. and the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f2.8 ASPH. This series makes it possible to photograph and film with a continuous aperture over the entire focal length range from 14mm ultra wide-angle to 200mm telephoto. At the same time, Leica Camera AG introduces another extender for the telephoto Varios with L-Mount. The Extender L 2.0x extends the new SL-Lens to a focal length of up to 400mm.
With a classic telephoto zoom focal length, it is predestined for impressive portrait shots. Thanks to the high aperture ratio over the entire zoom range and the excellent image stabilization, the new Vario lens also meets every challenge of event, sports and nature photography.
Inside the lens, 20 lenses in 15 groups, including three lenses with aspherical surfaces, ensure razor-sharp, detailed images right into the corners across all focal lengths. In addition, convenient handling is made possible by the internal focusing and the resulting constant overall length at any focal distance.
With the new Extender L 2.0x, which is available separately, the focal length of the telephoto Vario can be extended from 70-200mm to 140-400mm. It takes up hardly any space in the bag but offers plenty of scope to realize your own creative visions.
The retail price for the new Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 f2.8 ASPH. will be €3,150 including VAT. The retail price for the Leica Extender L 2.0x will be €920 including VAT. Both products will be available globally at all Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store and authorized dealers starting now.