Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH
4.8
(4 reviews)Optical: 5.0
Mechanical: 5.0
Value: 4.0
Focal Length
18mm
Aperture
f/3.8-16
Mount
Leica M
Weight
310g
Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH is a manual focus wide angle lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.
Optical design
Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Average brightness in this leaguePhysical characteristics
58 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 77 mm this lens deserves a good quality filter, this is commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 310 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH purchase history
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- Jun 18, 2025$2089.00
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- Aug 13, 2024High: $2199.00 / Low: $51.00
- Aug 6, 2024High: $2239.00 / Low: $1999.00
What is the Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH?
Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH is a camera lens with 18mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.8/16, for the Leica M mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 310g.
Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.
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Technical Specifications
Optical
Focal Length18mm
Aperturef/3.8-16
Min Focus Distance0.377m
FocusingManual Focus
Physical
Weight310g
Length58mm
Filter Thread77mm
MountLeica M
Format35mm rangefinder
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Reviews
Leica 18mm Super-Elmar5.0/5
Leica 18mm Super-Elmar This is a superb lens, perhaps the finest 18mm made. It is made with the highest quality, and it performs accordingly. Very little distortion, exceptional clarity...it can produce exquisite results. All of this, of course, comes at a price. But for a Leica aspherical M lens it is a relative bargain.
A little jewel!5.0/5
A little jewel! Great lens on my Leica CL with Leica adapter. Equivalent to a 27mm lens on the APSC body. A little jewel!
Thank you5.0/5
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH?
Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH is a camera lens with 18mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.8/16, for the Leica M mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 310g.
What mount is the Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH compatible with?
Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH uses a Leica M mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.
How much does the Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH typically sells for around $50.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH a good lens?
Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH has a community rating of 4.8/5 from 4 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Leica Super-Elmar-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Biogon T 21mm f/2.8 ZM, Carl Zeiss Hologon 15mm f/8, Leica Elmarit-M 21mm f/2.8 Asph.
Current Pricing
Latest Price
€1,999.00
Review Summary
Overall Rating
4.6
Optical5.0/5
Mechanical5.0/5
Value4.0/5
Bokeh4.5/5
Usability4.5/5
Based on 2 reviewers