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Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4

Name: Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4
Brand: Leitz
SKU: Leitz-Vetzlar-Elmar-R-180mm-f-4
Availability: InStock

3.5

(1 reviews)

Optical: 3.0

Mechanical: 4.0

Value: 1.5

Focal Length

180mm

Aperture

f/4-22

Mount

Leica R

Weight

540g

Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 is a manual focus telephoto lens for full frame cameras.

Optical design

Great choice mainly for good light conditions

Physical characteristics

Weights 540 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 100 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options.

Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 purchase history

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Aug 16, 2025$188.00
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Auctions (10)

Aug 22, 2025High: $1149.00 / Low: $75.00
Jul 23, 2025High: $1149.00 / Low: $75.00
Jun 29, 2025High: $350.00 / Low: $48.94
Jun 7, 2025High: $300.00 / Low: $48.91
May 16, 2025High: $300.00 / Low: $47.99
Apr 22, 2025High: $500.00 / Low: $48.39
Mar 31, 2025High: $590.00 / Low: $54.00
Mar 8, 2025High: $590.00 / Low: $54.00
Feb 13, 2025High: $590.00 / Low: $54.00
Jan 22, 2025High: $590.00 / Low: $71.00

What is the Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4?

Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 is a camera lens with 180mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4/22, for the Leica R mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 540g.

Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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Technical Specifications

Optical

Focal Length180mm

Aperturef/4-22

Min Focus Distance1.8m

FocusingManual Focus

Physical

Weight540g

Length100mm

Filter Thread55mm

MountLeica R

FormatFull frame

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Reviews

Giovanni Romano3.5/5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4?

Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 is a camera lens with 180mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4/22, for the Leica R mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 540g.

What mount is the Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 compatible with?

Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 uses a Leica R mount and supports the Full frame format.

How much does the Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 cost?

Based on recent eBay sold listings the Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 typically sells for around $46.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

Is the Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 a good lens?

Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4 has a community rating of 3.5/5 from 1 review(s).

Which lenses are similar to the Leitz Vetzlar Elmar-R 180mm f/4?

Similar lenses include Leica Apo-Summicron-R 180mm f/2, Leica Elmarit-R 135mm f/2.8, Leitz Canada APO-Telyt-R 180mm f/3.4.

Current Pricing

Latest Price

€255.00

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Review Summary

Overall Rating

3.5

Optical3.0/5

Mechanical4.0/5

Value1.5/5

Bokeh4.5/5

Usability4.5/5

Based on 2 reviewers