Leica 11807 (1990–2008)
A 90mm f/2.8 lens for Leica M-series rangefinder cameras, produced from 1990 to 2008.
Overview
The Leica 11807 is the model number for the LEICA ELMARIT-M 90mm f/2.8, a lens designed for the M series of Leica rangefinder cameras, as well as the Voigtländer Bessas, Zeiss Ikons, and Minolta CLE. Produced from 1990 to 2008, it replaced the earlier 90mm f/2.8 Tele-Elmarit-M (1974–1990) and is noted for its sharpness, lack of distortion, and smooth handling. It features a built-in telescoping hood and comes with Leica’s soft nappa leather case, part number 439-606.044-000.
Specifications
| Focal length | 90.0mm |
| Aperture range | f/2.8 to f/22 |
| Angle of view (diagonal) | 27° |
| Optical construction | 4 elements in 4 groups |
| Coatings | Multi coated |
| Diaphragm blades | 9 |
| Filter thread | 46mm |
| Close focus | 3.5 feet (1 meter), focuses slightly closer |
| Weight | 395.15g (13.940 oz) |
| Overall length | 82.89mm (3.263") |
| Lens hood | Built-in telescoping hood |
| Front cap part number | 14 231 |
| Rear cap part number | 14 269 |
| Case part number | 439-606.044-000 |
Design
The lens is multi-coated and features a built-in telescoping hood. The diaphragm has 9 straight blades that form an almost circular aperture at f/22, with a slight S-shape visible at f/3.4. It stops down to f/22 in half-stop increments.
Context
This 90mm f/2.8 Elmarit-M succeeded the 90mm f/2.8 Tele-Elmarit-M (1974–1990) and is larger and heavier than its predecessor. It is considered optically excellent, with ultra-sharp performance even wide open and no noticeable distortion or ghosting. It is regarded as one of the finest 90mm lenses for 35mm photography and is often compared to the Leica 90/2.5 Summarit-M, the APO-Summicron-M 90mm f/2 ASPH, and the Zeiss 90mm f/2.8 Sonnar for Contax, all of which are considered optically equal.
Market
The lens sold for up to $2,000 when new in 2008. As of current listings, it is valued at approximately $1,120.98 in the collector market.
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