Leica Vario Elmarit SL 24-70 f/2.8 ASPH.

With its universal focal length, constant aperture and short focusing distance of just 18cm with a focal length of 24mm, the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f / 2.8 ASPH. suitable for all photo and video uses. It's the perfect choice for photographers who prefer to travel light.

One for everything
In both photography and video, the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f / 2.8 ASPH. delivers a consistently high f / 2.8 aperture at all focal lengths from wide angle to small telephoto. Thanks to its great versatility and its compact and ergonomic construction, the lens allows you to react quickly to all shooting scenarios without having to change lenses.

Outstanding performance
The elaborate optical construction of the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f / 2.8 ASPH., With six aspherical surfaces, guarantees excellent image performance over the entire zoom range. The eleven-blade diaphragm and the perfect chromatic correction ensure particularly harmonious bokeh and endless composition possibilities.

A robust companion
With an all-metal body and lens hood, the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f / 2.8 ASPH. is a sturdy companion for all situations. Sealing ensures that the lens is well protected from splashing water and dust, so even harsh environmental conditions don't hamper your photo or video project.

Immediate reactivity
Quiet, fast and precise: these are the attributes that characterize the autofocus of the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f / 2.8 ASPH. The super-fast stepper motor moves only a single light element of the lens, allowing the autofocus response with virtually no delay. This applies not only when the lens is mounted on a Leica SL, SL2 or SL2-S, but also in combination with any other camera equipped with an L-Mount bayonet.

Construction in detail
The optical system of the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70 f / 2.8 ASPH. contains a total of 19 elements divided into 15 groups. Among them, three aspherical elements to correct monochromatic aberrations and nine anomalous partial dispersion glass elements to correct chromatic aberrations.

Technical specifications

Item code
Black, anodized 11189
Viewing angle (diagonal / horizontal / vertical)
Full frame (24 × 36mm) 24mm: 82.3 ° / 72.1 ° / 51.8 ° │ 70mm: 35.3 ° / 29.6 ° / 20.0 °
Lens system
Number of lenses / assemblies: 19/15
Number of aspherical surfaces: 6
Position of the entrance pupil before the bayonet: 24 mm: 88.6 mm │ 70 mm: 57.1 mm
Focus range 24mm: 0.18m to infinity │ 70mm: 0.38m to infinity
Focus
Setting Choose automatic (autofocus) or manual mode on the camera
Smallest object field Full frame: 24 mm: 69 mm x 104 mm │ 70 mm: 108 mm x 162 mm
Largest scale 24 mm: 1: 2.9 │ 70 mm: 1: 4.5
Aperture
Setting / function Electronically controlled aperture, setting on the camera, half or third value can also be set
Smaller opening 22
Bayonet
Leica L bayonet bayonet fitting with contact strip
Filter wire
E82 filter thread
Lenshood
Lenshood External bayonet mount for lenshood (included)
Dimensions
Length approx. 123/153 mm (without / with sun visor)
Diameter approx. 88/97 mm (without / with sun visor)
Weight approx. 856/906 g (without / with sun visor)