When constructing super-wide lenses, immense effort must be invested to keep aberrations such as distortion or vignetting as low as possible. Five of the thirteen lenses arranged in nine groups have anomalous partial dispersion, and three of these are fluoride lenses with particularly low dispersion (colour scattering) characteristics for the correction of chromatic aberration. Two lenses are also elaborately manufactured with aspherical surfaces.
Rear-group focusing ensures consistently outstanding image performance throughout the entire focusing range and no change in the length of the lens when focusing. On top of this, its special construction provides effective protection against water droplets and dust.
Just like all other S-Lenses, the Elmarit-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. is designed and constructed for maximum contrast rendition at maximum aperture, an attribute that can only be increased very slightly, and only in the extreme corners of images, by stopping down. For a lens with such a wide angle of view, its very low vignetting of only 1.5 stops and distortion of only 2.8 % (both at infinity) is negligible in practical use. Thanks to its superior imaging qualities, the creative potential offered by this super-wide-angle lens can be exploited to the full without compromise.
Features of the 30mm Elmarit-S
- Optimized for digital
- Bayonet mount lens hood
- Close focus of 0.5 M
- Optical lens/groups 13/9
- 82 mm Filter mount
- Dimension 128 mm length with/hood
- Weight 1060 g
Item Specifics
Leica product code 11073
S/N 4171856
This is a great wide angle lens for your S system. The lens is clean with signs of normal use. The focusing ring has smooth drag when in MF mode, but the rubber grip is lightly faded. The glass is clear and free from scratches, haze and dust. Service has been completed recently by Leica. The work performed was to replace AF motor, polish optics, update firmware, and clean, lubricate, and adjust all parts for proper working order. Overall, this lens is in excellent condition.
Item Includes
The 30 mm lens, instructions, lens hood, front and rear protection caps, and lens pouch.
Warranty
Leica 1 Year Warranty
