Vintage Lenses
    Leica MM39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Prime
    35mm rangefinder

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4

    4.5
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 3.7
    Focal Length
    135mm
    Aperture
    f/4-22
    Mount
    Leica M, M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Weight
    442g
    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 12 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Average brightness in this league

    Physical characteristics

    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. 122 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 442 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 14 months of tracked sales — pay around the $241.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $241.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $326.00
    All-time low
    $47.00
    Latest sale
    $349.00

    Best deals

    35 of 70 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $241.00 fair value.

    • Apr 4, 2025$47.00$-194.00 / typical
    • Apr 4, 2025$49.00$-192.00 / typical
    • Apr 4, 2025$50.00$-191.00 / typical
    • Jul 24, 2025$94.00$-147.00 / typical
    • Dec 3, 2024$102.00$-139.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length135mm
    Aperturef/4-22
    Min Focus Distance1.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight442g
    Length122.7mm
    Filter Thread39mm
    MountLeica M, M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Format35mm rangefinder

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    Reviews

    Louis Bernard4.5/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4?

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 is a camera lens with 135mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4/22, for the Leica M, M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 442g.

    What mount is the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 compatible with?

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 uses a Leica M, M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.

    How much does the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 typically sells for around $47.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 a good lens?

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4 has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 135mm f/4?

    Similar lenses include A.Schacht Ulm Travenar R 135mm f/3.5, Hugo Meyer &Co Gorlitz Makro Plasmat 105mm f/2.7, Jupiter-11 135mm f/4.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.5
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value3.7/5
    Bokeh4.7/5
    Usability4.3/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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