CW ID: 14419 | Leica ID: 11175

Leica Apo-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm F2.8-4

$7,805.00
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Options: 90-280mm
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The Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 is the SL-System's high-performance telephoto zoom, delivering apochromatic sharpness and fast apertures from 90mm out to 280mm. A 23-element design with double internal focusing and Optical Image Stabilization keeps images crisp and the lens fixed in length as you zoom.

For sports, wildlife, and events on L-Mount, this is the reach-and-quality lens we recommend. Stop by to feel its balance on an SL body, and our team can advise on tripod collars and technique.

Buy from an authorized Leica dealer like Camera West to ensure a genuine product with full manufacturer warranty and expert support.

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  • High-performance telephoto zoom, 90-280 mm
  • Fast f/2.8-4 maximum aperture
  • Apochromatic (APO) optical correction
  • Leica Optical Image Stabilization, up to 3.5 stops (CIPA)
  • 23 elements in 17 groups
  • Double internal focusing with floating elements
  • Lens does not extend or change length while zooming or focusing
  • Closest focusing distance 0.6 m at 90 mm
  • Detachable, lockable rotating tripod collar (90° detents)
  • AquaDura coating; dust- and water-protected build
  • L-Mount, full-frame; E82 filter thread
  • Approx. 1,710 g

Scope of Delivery:

  • Lens
  • Front lens cap (E82)
  • Rear lens cap L
  • Lens hood
  • Lens bag

Limited Warranty:

The lens is covered by Leica's two-year limited warranty from the date of purchase at an authorized Leica dealer, including the accessories contained in the original packaging. 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

Designation: Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280 f/2.8-4 (Order no. 11175)

Lens type: Full-frame telephoto zoom lens

Lens mount: L-Mount, full-frame 35 mm format

Image stabilization: Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.), up to 3.5 stops (CIPA)

Weight: Approx. 1,710 g

Optical Design

Focal length: 90-280 mm

Aperture range: f/2.8-4 (2.8-22 at 90 mm; 4-22 at 280 mm)

Elements / groups: 23 / 17

Angle of view: 90 mm: 26.4°/22.1°/14.8°; 280 mm: 9.1°/7.5°/5.0° (diag./horiz./vert.)

Focusing

Focusing range: 90 mm: 0.6 m to infinity; 280 mm: 1.4 m to infinity

Closest focusing distance: 0.6 m (at 90 mm)

Autofocus: Yes; silent, precise autofocus with double internal focusing

Aperture

Aperture type: Electronically controlled iris, set via camera clickwheel, including half and third values

Smallest aperture: f/22

Dimensions

Filter thread: E82

Length: 238 mm (without hood, to bayonet flange)

Largest diameter: 88 mm

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