Vintage Lenses
    M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Prime
    35mm rangefinder

    Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM

    4.5
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.5
    Mechanical: 4.5
    Value: 4.5
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2-12
    Mount
    M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Weight
    240g
    Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.

    Optical design

    Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 240 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 42 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 39 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options.

    Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM purchase historyTrending down 4.4%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 4.4% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $368.00.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $368.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $481.50
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $368.00

    Best deals

    34 of 67 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $368.00 fair value.

    • Nov 22, 2024$1.00$-367.00 / typical
    • Jun 20, 2025$287.00$-81.00 / typical
    • Mar 21, 2025$291.00$-77.00 / typical
    • Mar 21, 2025$294.00$-74.00 / typical
    • Mar 21, 2025$297.00$-71.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2-12
    Min Focus Distance1m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight240g
    Length42.7mm
    Filter Thread39mm
    MountM39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Format35mm rangefinder

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    Reviews

    Jade Richard4.5/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM?

    Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/12, for the M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 240g.

    What mount is the Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM compatible with?

    Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM uses a M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.

    How much does the Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM a good lens?

    Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Summitar 50mm f/2 LTM?

    Similar lenses include Braun Color Ultralit 50mm f/2.8, Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2, Chiyoda Kogaku Super Rokkor 50mm f/1.8.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.5
    Optical4.5/5
    Mechanical4.5/5
    Value4.5/5
    Bokeh5.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 2 reviewers

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