Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. Lens | L-Mount

The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. presents an unexpected blend of compactness, speed, and versatility, making it a refined standard zoom lens for L-mount mirrorless cameras. While it sacrifices some reach on the wide end compared to a traditional 24-70mm lens, this zoom is notably small and lightweight, all while providing a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture that ensures outstanding low-light performance and depth of field control. This convenient zoom lens is perfect for daily photography and accommodates a variety of subjects, ranging from landscapes to portraits and travel scenes.

Compact Performance

Engineered to be the most compact and lightweight standard zoom for the SL system, this lens spans a practical wide-angle to portrait-length range while maintaining an impressive constant maximum aperture of f/2.8.

• Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture enables working in low-light conditions throughout the zoom range as well as benefits control over depth of field.
  
  
• Optical design uses a trio of aspherical elements to improve sharpness and promote the more compact, portable lens design.
  
  
• Updated lens coatings offer increased contrast and accurate color rendering in a variety of lighting conditions.
  
  
• Floating element in the lens design helps maintain consistent sharpness throughout the focusing range.
  
  
• Quiet and fast focusing drive benefits both photographers and videographers; the focusing range also achieves a 1:3.3 maximum magnification from a 7.5" minimum focusing distance at the 28mm focal length position.
  
  

Durable Design and Intuitive Handling

In addition to its portable design, this lens is also built for use in a variety of conditions and sports a reliable physical construction.

• Portable lens weighs 1.3 lb and measures 2.9 x 4"; this is more than an 8 oz weight savings compared to the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 lens while also being nearly an inch shorter.
  
  
• Lens housing is built from magnesium and aluminum alloys and has a simple, minimalist design with dual control rings to adjust both focus and zoom positions.
  
  
• Dust- and splash-proof design for working in inclement conditions and an Aqua-Dura hydrophobic coating has been applied to the front and rear elements.