The APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lens bridges the two worlds of macro and portrait photography, casting the familiar in a new light, with a deeper structure than you had never noticed before, allowing each to unfold to its full potential. With a close focus distance of 30 cm, it opens up a new sense of intimacy, revealing details in the image that remain hidden to the naked eye.
Near and Far – in Harmony
With a reproduction ratio of 1:1, this L-Mount lens captures fine patterns and surfaces with complete sharpness and minute detail. Apochromatic correction consistently eliminates chromatic aberrations to produce sharp contrast edges and the high-quality images typical of Leica. The fixed focal length of 100mm also enables you to capture expressive portraits from a distance, with harmonious bokeh and clear separation between the subject and the background. This makes the APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 ideal for capturing images that combine technical precision and creative expression.
Focus with Complete Control
In macro photography, in particular, focus is paramount: it determines what is visible, what recedes into the background and what the image ultimately conveys. The autofocus on the APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL works just as reliably for spontaneous portraits as it does for detailed handheld close-ups. The focus limiter allows the lens to be adapted specifically to the situation: it can be set to focus across the entire range from 11.8 to 19.6 inches, or from 19.6 inches to infinity. This enables fast, precise focusing in any shooting situation.
Design Details
The APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 comprises 17 glass elements in 12 groups. Its apochromatic correction minimizes chromatic aberrations across the entire focus range. This ensures high sharpness, clear contrast rendition and very accurate color reproduction from close range to infinity. This advantage is particularly evident at a reproduction ratio of 1:1.
With a minimum focusing distance of 11.8 inches, close-up shots can be captured almost at life size. This makes it possible to study the finest details and ensure precise reproductions. The robust, full-metal body is dust- and splash-proof, while the AquaDura® coating on the outer lenses repels smudges and makes cleaning easier in the field. Weighing 28 ounces, it is a powerful addition to the Leica SL-System.
Extended Reach with Leica Extenders
The APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 is also compatible with the Leica Extender L 1.4x and Extender L 2.0x, offering additional reach while maintaining the versatility of the SL-System.
