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

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8

    4.3
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.5
    Mechanical: 4.5
    Value: 3.5
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-16
    Mount
    Leica M, M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Weight
    220g
    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 is a manual focus prime lens for 35mm rangefinder cameras.

    Optical design

    Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 15 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 220 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 21 mm long, this small lens should be always in the 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.

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 purchase historyTrending up +15.1%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 15.1% per month across 18 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $308.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $1411.50
    All-time low
    $40.00
    Latest sale
    $2100.00

    Best deals

    49 of 96 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $308.00 fair value.

    • Apr 4, 2025$40.00$-268.00 / typical
    • Apr 4, 2025$41.00$-267.00 / typical
    • Apr 5, 2025$57.00$-251.00 / typical
    • Apr 5, 2025$59.00$-249.00 / typical
    • May 28, 2025$96.00$-212.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/2.8-16
    Min Focus Distance1m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight220g
    Length21mm
    Filter Thread39mm
    MountLeica M, M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM)
    Format35mm rangefinder

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    Reviews

    Aurora Lombardi4.3/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8?

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/16, for the Leica M, M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 220g.

    What mount is the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 compatible with?

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 uses a Leica M, M39 Leica screw-mount (LSM) mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.

    How much does the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 typically sells for around $40.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 a good lens?

    Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Leitz Wetzlar Elmar 50mm f/2.8?

    Similar lenses include Braun Color Ultralit 50mm f/2.8, Carl Zeiss C Sonnar T 50mm f/1.5 ZM, Chiyoda Kogaku Super Rokkor 50mm f/1.8.

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    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

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