Premium Wide-Angle Lens Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21 f/2 ASPH.
First in the World
Leica is focused on innovation: we don’t just strive for improvement; we aim to set new milestones and create photographic masterpieces. That is exactly what we achieved with the Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21 f/2 ASPH. — the world’s first 21mm APO lens.
No Compromises on Performance
This high-performance wide-angle lens captures images and video with outstanding optical quality. Its wide field of view delivers stunning perspectives and intricate detail. True to the Leica APO lens lineage, it provides exceptional contrast even in low light, unlocking creative possibilities with precise focus control and beautiful bokeh. Natural skin tones, smooth gradients, and corner-to-corner sharpness are standard for Leica APO lenses. It has everything a demanding photographer needs, whether shooting landscapes, interiors, architecture, or engaging in photojournalism and studio work.
Design in Detail
With 14 meticulously engineered elements, three of which are aspherical, arranged in 11 groups, this lens delivers top-tier performance at its widest aperture. Its standout feature is apochromatic correction, making it the world’s first 21mm APO lens designed for full-frame cameras. To eliminate chromatic aberration, most of the lens elements are made from special anomalous partial dispersion glass, achieved through advanced manufacturing technologies and precise craftsmanship.