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Leica 50mm f/1.4 Summilux-SL ASPH. Full-Frame Lens for Leica L-Mount, Germany, Black {E82} 11180
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Leica's reference-grade 50mm f/1.4 built for L-Mount full-frame.
The Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. is what Leica built when the short flange distance of the L-Mount gave their optical engineers room to rethink the 50mm from scratch. The result is a prime that holds edge-to-edge sharpness at f/1.4, not as a marketing promise but as a measurable, repeatable characteristic that photographers working at wide apertures can actually depend on. The optical formula draws on a pair of aspherical elements and four elements with anomalous partial dispersion properties, keeping chromatic aberration and field curvature tightly controlled across the frame.
Internal focus keeps the barrel length fixed during focusing, which matters for filter work at the 82mm thread size and for maintaining balance on larger SL-series bodies. Autofocus is native to the L-Mount ecosystem, covering Leica SL, Panasonic S, and Sigma fp bodies without adapters or electronic compromises. For a lens released in 2015, the optical design has proven resilient, working photographers continue to reach for it precisely because nothing in the L-Mount lineup makes the 50mm focal length feel expendable.
Who It's For
Portrait photographers shooting on Leica SL or Panasonic S bodies will find that f/1.4 at 50mm, corrected to this degree, separates subjects cleanly without the fringing that plagues faster lenses in this class. Documentary and editorial shooters benefit from internal focus and reliable autofocus in mixed light situations where reconfiguring a setup isn't an option. Sigma fp users who need a native 50mm with serious optical credentials for cinema or stills work get full electronic integration. Landscape photographers who shoot wide open to retain subject separation while keeping foreground detail will notice the edge-to-edge field correction on high-resolution full-frame sensors.
Key Features
- L-Mount mount for Leica SL, Panasonic S, Sigma fp bodies
- 50mm f/1.4 prime with edge-to-edge sharpness wide open
- Two aspherical elements and four anomalous partial dispersion elements
- Internal focus mechanism preserves barrel length
- 82mm filter thread
- Native autofocus, no adapters required
FAQ
- Does the Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 actually hold sharpness at f/1.4, or is that just marketing?
- Yes. The optical formula with two aspherical elements and four anomalous partial dispersion elements delivers edge-to-edge sharpness wide open as a repeatable characteristic, not a best-case scenario. This is why working photographers still reach for it in the L-Mount lineup.
- Will this lens work on Panasonic S or Sigma fp bodies?
- Yes. It's a native L-Mount design, so it autofocuses without adapters or electronic compromises on Leica SL, Panasonic S, and Sigma fp full-frame bodies.
- What's the filter thread size, and does the barrel extend during focus?
- 82mm thread, and no - internal focus keeps the barrel fixed during focusing, which is useful for filter work and balance on larger camera bodies.
- Is there an aperture ring on this lens?
- No. Aperture control is via the camera body only.
- How does this 50mm compare optically to older Leica M or R-mount 50mm designs?
- The short flange distance of L-Mount let Leica redesign the entire optical formula from scratch. The result controls chromatic aberration and field curvature more tightly than legacy mounts allowed, especially at f/1.4.
- What autofocus system does it use?
- It has native L-Mount autofocus. The specifics of the focus motor aren't detailed in the specs, but it's integrated for the L-Mount ecosystem.
- How does the minimum f/16 aperture affect stopped-down performance?
- f/16 is standard for a fast 50mm. Stopped down, the lens maintains the optical corrections built into the design across the aperture range.
| Specification | Value |
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| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 |
| Mount | L-Mount |
| AF System | Yes |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Focus Method | Internal |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Elements | 2 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 |
| Anomalous Partial Dispersion Elements | 4 |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm |
| Package Weight | 4.05 lb |
| Box Dimensions | 9.25 x 6.65 x 6.6" |
This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.
| Brand Name | Leica |
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| Filter Size | 82mm |
| Focus Type | Autofocus (lens motor) |
| Lens Mount | Leica L-Mount |
| Lens Type | Standard / Normal |
| Max Focal Length | 50mm |
| Min Focal Length | 50mm |
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