Vintage Lenses
    Leica M
    Prime
    35mm rangefinder

    Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4

    4.4
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.5
    Mechanical: 4.5
    Value: 4.0
    Focal Length
    90mm
    Aperture
    f/4-22
    Mount
    Leica M
    Weight
    246g
    Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Average brightness in this league

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 246 grams so consider putting to your 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.

    Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 21 months of tracked sales — pay around the $217.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $217.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $271.00
    All-time low
    $46.00
    Latest sale
    $199.00

    Best deals

    126 of 252 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $217.00 fair value.

    • Oct 1, 2024$46.00$-171.00 / typical
    • Oct 1, 2024$47.00$-170.00 / typical
    • Oct 1, 2024$48.00$-169.00 / typical
    • Mar 24, 2025$90.00$-127.00 / typical
    • Mar 24, 2025$91.00$-126.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length90mm
    Aperturef/4-22
    Min Focus Distancem
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight246g
    Filter Thread39mm
    MountLeica M
    Format35mm rangefinder

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    Reviews

    Manuel Ramirez4.4/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4?

    Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 is a camera lens with 90mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4/22, for the Leica M mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 246g.

    What mount is the Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 compatible with?

    Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 uses a Leica M mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.

    How much does the Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 typically sells for around $46.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 a good lens?

    Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4 has a community rating of 4.4/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Leica Elmar-C 90mm f/4?

    Similar lenses include 7Artisans 75mm f/1.25, Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 90mm f/4, Leica Apo-Summicron-M 75mm f/2 Asph.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.4
    Optical4.5/5
    Mechanical4.5/5
    Value4.0/5
    Bokeh4.5/5
    Usability4.5/5
    Based on 2 reviewers

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