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

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

    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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