Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 1:2.2 ASPH., black anodised

The Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 1:2/21 ASPH. in its black anodised version is a masterfully engineered wide-angle lens developed for the Leica SL system cameras. With a fixed focal length of 21 mm and a maximum aperture of f/2, this lens is a true high-performance option for landscape, architectural and street photographers seeking excellent image quality in a compact and robust format.

Description and features 🏞️

The Super-APO-Summicron-SL 1:2/21 ASPH. is the perfect wide-angle lens for photographers seeking both high image quality and a fast aperture. The combination of the f/2 aperture and APO technology makes this lens ideal for a variety of shooting situations, even in low light.

• APO technology:
  The "Super-APO" in the name means that this lens is apochromatic, which reduces chromatic aberrations to a minimum. This ensures colours are reproduced precisely and sharply, without any distracting colour fringing. The high correction of colour aberrations ensures that sharpness remains excellent across the entire image, even at the maximum aperture of f/2. 🎨✨

• Fixed focal length:
  With a focal length of 21 mm, this lens is perfect for wide-angle shots, landscape photography and architectural photography. It offers an excellent perspective for capturing large scenes or architectural details with a natural and elegant angle of view. It is also well suited to street photography, as the wide-angle focal length provides a dynamic and wide field of view. 🌍📷

• Maximum aperture f/2:
  The f/2 aperture not only ensures beautiful background blur (bokeh) but also delivers impressive performance in low light. The lens is therefore particularly suitable for night-time or indoor photography, where you want to maintain high image quality even in low light conditions. 🌙💡

• Aspherical lenses:
  The lens features aspherical lens elements that reduce distortion and aberrations, ensuring excellent sharpness and clarity even at wide apertures. This allows you to capture detailed and sharp images even when shooting at extreme wide-angle settings. 🔎📏

• Compact size:
  Despite its high optical performance, the lens remains relatively compact and lightweight, with a diameter of just 73 mm and a length of 70 mm. This makes it perfect for photographers looking for a portable yet powerful lens. Ideal for travel photography and for photographers who value compactness and mobility. 🌍🎒

Technical specifications 📊

• Lens type: Wide-angle lens

• Focal length: 21 mm

• Aperture: f/2

• Maximum aperture: f/2

• Lens construction: 13 elements in 10 groups

• Minimum focusing distance: 0.3 m

• Angle of view: 90° (on full-frame)

• Filter diameter: 67 mm

• Dimensions (diameter x length): 73 mm x 70 mm

• Weight: 370 g

• Focusing: Autofocus with manual focus

• Build quality: Metal housing, black anodised, robust and elegant

• Weather resistance: Yes, sealed against splashes and dust

• Special features:

  • APO correction for minimal chromatic aberrations

  • Aspherical lenses for excellent sharpness

  • Fast aperture (f/2) for low-light photography and beautiful bokeh

  • Compact and lightweight, ideal for on the go

  • High-quality metal construction and precise focusing

Image quality and application 📸

• Excellent sharpness:
  With APO technology and aspherical lens construction, this lens offers excellent sharpness and contrast, even at wide apertures. The corners and edges of the image remain sharp and clear even in difficult lighting conditions or at maximum aperture. 🖼️🔝

• Bokeh and isolation:
  Thanks to the f/2 aperture, you can not only shoot in low light but also create a beautiful, soft bokeh that sets your subject apart from the background and produces a professional-looking image. Ideal for creative portraits or close-ups. 💐🎯

• Versatile use:
  The lens is ideal for landscape photography, architecture, street photography and even night shots. With the 21mm focal length, you can capture wide scenes whilst creatively shaping the perspective. It’s also perfect for limitless creative photography, delivering excellent results in both daytime and night-time shots. 🌅🌃

Practical applications 🌟

• Travel and street photography:
  Thanks to its compact size and flexible wide-angle range, this lens is ideal for travel and street photography. You can easily slip it into your bag and still be able to take stunning wide-angle shots. 🌍🎒

• Landscape and architectural photography:
  The high optical performance and APO correction make the lens an excellent choice for landscape and architectural photography, where attention to detail and accurate colour reproduction are essential. 🏞️🏛️

Conclusion 🏆

The Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 1:2/21 ASPH. is an absolute high-performance lens that combines traditional Leica quality in a compact format. With its exceptional sharpness, colours and robustness, it is ideal for professional photographers who want to get the best out of every shot. If you’re looking for a compact yet powerful wide-angle lens, this model is a first-class choice! 📸💎