| The Leica SUMMILUX-M 35 mm f/1.4 ASPH. is
a further revised version of the popular wide-angle lens
of the Leica M rangefinder system. Thanks to the latest
developments in the fields of optics and precision engineering,
the new 35 lens sets a whole new standard in the fast
wide-angle lens portfolio. Regardless of whether it's
a matter of selective focus in the close-up range, highcontrast
available light applications or landscape shots with immense
depth of field, the lens delivers persuasive arguments
in any situation. In comparison with its predecessor,
the new Leica SUMMILUX-M 35 mm f/1.4 ASPH. now incorporates
a floating element: the lenses behind the aperture blades
are constructed as a floating group that changes its position
relative to the front lens group during focusing to ensure
that the Leica SUMMILUX-M 1:1.4/35 mm ASPH. achieves equally
outstanding imaging performance at closer focusing distances.
Another new feature is a full-metal, rectangular, screw-mount
lens hood that contributes significantly to the even more
compact dimensions of the lens.
Even wide open, the LEICA SUMMILUX-M 35 mm f/1.4 ASPH.
reveals performance characteristics without precedent
in the field of compact 35 mm lenses: outstanding imaging
performance over the entire focusing range, from infinity
to minimum focus, excellent contrast, even in the finest
structures, superb rendition of details across the entire
image field, good field flattening and, stopped down
to f2 and onwards, almost complete freedom from coma
effects. It is hardly possible to improve this excellent
optical performance by stopping down. |
