Leica 35mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH Lens, Silver 11727 (2022 Version)

Before you capture your next masterpiece, consider the Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH Lens, a high-quality, innovative lens designed for the discerning photographer. This lens is perfect for a wide range of photography styles, from detailed landscape shots to high-contrast images in challenging lighting conditions, and even close-up subjects with a shallow depth of field. The Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH Lens boasts a significant upgrade from its predecessor, now featuring eleven aperture blades instead of nine, resulting in a visibly improved bokeh effect. The closest focusing distance has also been reduced from 70 to 40 centimeters, enhancing your ability to capture stunning close-up shots. When shooting up to 70 centimeters, you can rely on the rangefinder on all Leica M cameras as usual. For the extended close-focus range between 70 and 40 centimeters, you can control it via Live View on the screen, the Visoflex viewfinder, or the Leica FOTOS app, after a slight perceptible resistance. The lens hood is now round and directly integrated into the lens, making it easily accessible at all times. This new lens replaces the current Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH lenses (11663), while maintaining the same optical formula and filter size (E46). The close focus distance of up to 0.4m is made possible by a patent-pending double cam unit, newly developed by Leica engineers. As a result, the rotation angle of the focus ring has almost doubled to 176 degrees compared to the previous model, all while maintaining the same compact size of the lens. In conclusion, the Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH Lens is a reliable, durable, and stylish choice for photographers seeking superior performance and exceptional image quality.