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The black close-focus Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH (11726), Leica's current 35mm flagship for the M mount.
The black close-focus Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH (11726), Leica's current 35mm flagship for the M mount.

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Leica Camera AG

Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH (11726, close-focus)

current

$6,900

US authorized-dealer price (B&H Photo).

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Made by Leica Camera AG.

Part of the Leica M system.

Specifications

MountLeica M
Focal length35 mm
Aperturef/1.4 - f/16
Construction9 elements in 5 groups; one aspherical element
Aperture blades11
Minimum focus0.4 m (rangefinder-coupled to 0.7 m, extended range via live view)
FocusManual with floating group
FilterE46
HoodIntegrated pull-out
Weight337 g
Launched2021

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