Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV)
4.8
(7 reviews)Optical: 4.5
Mechanical: 4.5
Value: 3.5
Focal Length
28mm
Aperture
f/2.8-22
Mount
Leica M
Weight
260g
Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) is a manual focus wide angle lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.
Optical design
Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture valuePhysical characteristics
Weights 260 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 41 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) purchase history
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Purchases (86)
- Jul 22, 2025$1209.00
- Jul 17, 2025$1209.00
- Jul 17, 2025$1219.00
- Jun 27, 2025$1217.00
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- Mar 3, 2025$1605.00
- Feb 21, 2025$1363.00
- Feb 19, 2025$1226.00
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- Feb 19, 2025$1181.00
- Feb 19, 2025$1239.00
- Jan 25, 2025$1170.00
- Jan 25, 2025$1115.00
- Jan 25, 2025$1212.00
- Jan 25, 2025$1158.00
- Jan 19, 2025$1130.00
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- Jan 19, 2025$1183.00
- Dec 18, 2024$1668.00
- Dec 18, 2024$1670.00
- Dec 18, 2024$1543.00
- Dec 18, 2024$1615.00
- Dec 18, 2024$1658.00
- Dec 2, 2024$1162.00
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- Oct 19, 2024$1275.00
- Oct 19, 2024$1309.00
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- Sep 24, 2024$1253.00
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- Sep 24, 2024$1287.00
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- Sep 10, 2024$1079.00
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- Sep 7, 2024$3056.00
- Sep 7, 2024$3088.00
- Sep 7, 2024$3187.00
- Sep 7, 2024$2964.00
- Sep 7, 2024$3029.00
- Sep 7, 2024$2999.00
- Sep 7, 2024$2969.00
- Sep 7, 2024$2906.00
- Jul 4, 2024$968.00
- Jul 4, 2024$970.00
- Jul 4, 2024$956.00
- Jul 4, 2024$949.00
Auctions (35)
- Aug 17, 2026High: $1389.00 / Low: $1389.00
- Jun 4, 2026High: $1669.00 / Low: $1669.00
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- Jan 10, 2026High: $1799.00 / Low: $1799.00
- Oct 23, 2025High: $1889.00 / Low: $1889.00
- Oct 16, 2025High: $1529.00 / Low: $1529.00
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- Aug 25, 2025High: $1889.00 / Low: $1300.00
- Jul 22, 2025High: $1889.00 / Low: $1300.00
- Jun 30, 2025High: $1449.99 / Low: $1300.00
- Jun 6, 2025High: $1449.99 / Low: $1449.99
- May 15, 2025High: $1529.00 / Low: $1215.00
- Apr 22, 2025High: $1889.00 / Low: $1147.00
- Mar 31, 2025High: $1215.00 / Low: $1119.99
- Mar 9, 2025High: $1590.00 / Low: $1119.99
- Feb 14, 2025High: $1529.00 / Low: $1099.99
- Jan 21, 2025High: $1889.00 / Low: $1100.00
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- Dec 12, 2024High: $1529.00 / Low: $1100.00
- Nov 14, 2024High: $2999.99 / Low: $1089.99
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- Oct 10, 2024High: $2999.99 / Low: $1089.99
- Oct 3, 2024High: $2999.99 / Low: $979.99
- Sep 26, 2024High: $2999.99 / Low: $979.99
- Sep 19, 2024High: $2999.99 / Low: $979.99
- Sep 12, 2024High: $2999.99 / Low: $979.99
- Sep 5, 2024High: $1529.00 / Low: $1215.00
- Aug 29, 2024High: $1199.99 / Low: $1199.99
- Aug 6, 2024High: $1215.00 / Low: $1215.00
What is the Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV)?
Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) is a camera lens with 28mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Leica M mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 260g.
Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.
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Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length28mm
Aperturef/2.8-22
Min Focus Distance0.7m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weight260g
Length41.4mm
Filter Threadmm
MountLeica M
Format35mm rangefinder
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Reviews
Sharp and compact5.0/5
Sharp and compact Extremely sharp (except the extreme corners wide open) at all apertures and very compact. Without the lens hood, this lens makes the Leica M fit in most jacket pockets
Elmarit 28mm M Lens5.0/5
Elmarit 28mm M Lens One of the best Leica lenses ever! Great for the classic M look
...nice item...5.0/5
...nice item... Well regarded lens in fine condition...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV)?
Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) is a camera lens with 28mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Leica M mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 260g.
What mount is the Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) compatible with?
Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) uses a Leica M mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.
How much does the Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) typically sells for around $949.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) a good lens?
Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV) has a community rating of 4.8/5 from 7 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 (IV)?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Biogon T 21mm f/2.8 ZM, Carl Zeiss Biogon T 25mm f/2.8 ZM, Carl Zeiss Biogon T 28mm f/2.8 ZM.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€1,389.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
4.3
Optical4.5/5
Mechanical4.5/5
Value3.5/5
Bokeh4.5/5
Usability4.5/5
Based on 2 reviewers