Leica·CW ID: 1659481·MFR ID: 11096

70-200mm f2.8 Vario-Elmarit-SL Lens

Name: Leica 70-200mm f2.8 Vario-Elmarit-SL Lens
Brand: Leica
SKU: 1659481
Price: 3550.0 USD
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Brand Leica System Leica SL

The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH. is the professional telephoto zoom for the SL system, holding a constant f/2.8 aperture across its entire range for consistent exposure and beautiful subject separation. A 20-element, 15-group optical design with three aspherical surfaces and seven anomalous-partial-dispersion elements delivers razor-sharp, high-contrast results from portraits to sports.

Integrated optical image stabilization gives you freedom to shoot handheld, internal focusing keeps the length constant, and a robust dust- and splash-protected metal housing stands up to demanding work. It's the anchor of Leica's f/2.8 trinity. Let our team help you complete your SL kit around it.

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Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture across the entire 70-200mm range
Classic telephoto range for portraits, sports, nature, and events
20 elements in 15 groups; 3 aspherical surfaces for sharp, high-contrast images
7 elements with high anomalous partial dispersion for excellent color fidelity
Integrated optical image stabilization (OIS) for handheld shooting
Internal focusing keeps the lens a constant, compact length
Robust magnesium/aluminum housing with dust and splash-water protection
Included tripod clamp with detachable tripod shoe protects the bayonet
E82 (82 mm) filter thread; Leica L bayonet with contact strip
Part of the f/2.8 trinity (14-24, 24-70, 70-200)
Range-extendable with the optional Leica Extender L 1.4x or 2.0x
Updatable lens firmware via the camera

Scope of Delivery:

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 f/2.8 ASPH. lens
Bayonet lens hood
Front and rear lens caps
Lens bag
Tripod clamp with detachable tripod shoe

Limited Warranty:

The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH. carries a 2-year limited warranty from the date of purchase at an authorized Leica dealer. Registering a Leica Account extends coverage by an additional 12 months (up to 3 years total). Purchasing from an authorized dealer such as Camera West ensures your lens is a genuine, warranty-eligible product backed by Leica's official service network.

General

Model: Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200 f/2.8 ASPH.

Order number: 11096

Mount: Leica L bayonet with contact strip

Material: Magnesium/aluminum full-metal housing, black anodized, dust/splash protected

Filter thread: E82 (82 mm)

Lens hood: Bayonet-type, included

Image stabilization: Integrated optical image stabilization (OIS)

Optical Design

Focal length / zoom: 70-200 mm telephoto zoom

Elements / groups: 20 / 15

Aspherical surfaces: 3

Special dispersion: 7 elements with high anomalous partial dispersion

Angle of view (70mm / 200mm, diagonal): 33.4° / 12.7°

Focusing

Type: Internal focusing

Setting: Autofocus or manual, selectable on camera

Focus range: 70mm: 0.65 m; 200mm: 1.00 m to infinity

Largest scale: 70mm: 1:7.0; 200mm: 1:5.1

Aperture

Maximum aperture: f/2.8 (constant)

Smallest aperture: f/22

Setting: Electronically controlled, set on camera; half/third values

Dimensions

Length: approx. 207 mm / 259 mm (without / with hood)

Diameter: approx. 89 mm / 97 mm (without / with hood)

Weight: approx. 1540 g / 1670 g (without / with hood)

Tripod collar: Tripod clamp with detachable tripod shoe

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Constant f/2.8 Telephoto Power

A constant f/2.8 maximum aperture across the full 70-200mm range means consistent exposure and reliable subject separation whether you're at 70mm for portraits or 200mm for sports and wildlife. It's the versatile telephoto every SL system deserves.

Reference-Grade Optics

Twenty elements in fifteen groups — three with aspherical surfaces and seven with low refractive index and high anomalous partial dispersion — combine for razor-sharp, high-contrast images with excellent color fidelity across the zoom range.

Built to Work

Integrated optical image stabilization expands your handheld possibilities, while internal focusing keeps the lens a constant length. A magnesium and aluminum full-metal housing with dust and splash-water protection is ready for demanding conditions, and an included tripod clamp protects the camera bayonet under load.

Part of the f/2.8 Trinity

Together with the Super-Vario-Elmarit-SL 14-24mm and Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm, this lens completes Leica's constant-f/2.8 zoom trinity covering 14-200mm. Add the optional Leica Extender L 1.4x or 2.0x to reach 280mm or 400mm.

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