Safari Edition Leica 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Summilux-M - Olive Green

Unveiling the Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens of 2023 - a modern interpretation of this revered focal length. With a redesigned housing and updated optics, this lens breathes new life into the beloved 50mm f/1.4. Widely recognized as one of the most adaptable lenses, the enhanced 50mm f/1.4 now presents an improved minimum focusing distance of 1.5 feet, an innovative 11-blade diaphragm for smoother bokeh, and a refreshed lens body that harmonizes with the sleek and lightweight design of the Summilux-M 35mm. It also features a built-in, retractable lens hood. As part of the distinguished Summilux class, it delivers impressive high-speed performance, making it suitable for low-light conditions and providing superior control over depth of field. The updated optical design is finely tuned to complement the latest high-resolution sensors, resulting in heightened sharpness, resolution, and contrast. An aspherical element minimizes spherical aberrations and distortion, ensuring precise image reproduction. Furthermore, the new 11-blade diaphragm produces a visually pleasing, rounded bokeh when shooting at intermediate apertures. The lens boasts an M-Mount design, aligning with the aesthetic updates seen in other modern Summilux-M lenses, such as the 35mm f/1.4. The minimum focusing distance has been reduced from 2.3 feet to 1.5 feet, making it a perfect match for cameras with live view capabilities or when using the Visoflex or Leica FOTOS app. While rangefinder focusing is limited to 2.3 feet, live view focusing can be employed between 2.3 feet and 1.5 feet. The integrated retractable lens hood eliminates the necessity for an additional hood, streamlining portability and convenience. Compact in design, it measures 2.3 x 2.3 inches and weighs just under 12 ounces. The conventional M bayonet lens mount includes 6-bit encoding, ensuring compatibility with a range of M-mount rangefinder cameras.

Numerous iconic images have been captured with this swift 35mm lens, renowned for its unique visual style. The Safari Edition of this adaptable tool boasts a distinctive design, featuring a durable and highly sought-after matt olive-green finish. Aligned with the series model technologically, this variant excels in all scenarios, from close-range selective focus to challenging lighting and landscape shots, delivering optimal imaging performance.

The Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH Lens in Safari finish brings a refreshed take on a classic focal length for Leica M photographers who want expressive rendering in a compact manual focus design. Its 50mm view suits portraits, street photography, travel, documentary work, editorial imagery, and everyday carry, while the fast f/1.4 aperture supports low light shooting and strong control over depth of field. Updated optics are better matched to newer high resolution cameras, delivering improved sharpness, contrast, and clarity across the frame. One aspherical element helps reduce spherical aberrations and supports accurate rendering, while the 11 blade diaphragm creates smoother background blur and more rounded out of focus highlights. The minimum focus distance now reaches 1.5 feet, opening more creative options for detail shots, food, objects, and tighter compositions through live view. A built in retractable lens hood brings convenience for work in bright or shifting light, making this lens a versatile 50mm choice for photographers who value precision, portability, and character. Manufacturer Included Items:Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens (Leica M, Safari Green)Front Lens CapLeica Rear Lens Cap for M-Mount LensesLens CaseBundle Items Include:Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH Safari Finish Lens for Leica M Rangefinder Full Frame Manual FocusLens Filter KitCleaning KitLens HoodCap Keeper