Featuring a redesigned housing and updated optics, the Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH Lens Black 2023is a fresh take on a beloved focal length. Inherently one of the most versatile lenses, this updated 50mm f/1.4 has an improved minimum focusing distance of 1.5', a new 11-blade diaphragm for smoother bokeh, and an updated lens body that matches the Summilux-M 35mm's sleek and lightweight design along with a built-in, retractable lens hood.

Full-Frame | f/1.4 to f/16    Fast Normal-Length Prime    Improved Sharpness and Bokeh    Manual Focus Design, 1.5' Min. Focus    One Aspherical Element    11-Blade Diaphragm    Built-In Retractable Lens Hood

Featuring a redesigned housing and updated optics, the Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. is a fresh take on a beloved focal length. Inherently one of the most versatile lenses, this updated 50mm f/1.4 has an improved minimum focusing distance of 1.5', a new 11-blade diaphragm for smoother bokeh, and an updated lens body that matches the Summilux-M 35mm's sleek and lightweight design along with a built-in, retractable lens hood.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this only compatible with the Leica sl?

A: The Leica TL and the new CL have the same mount as the SL. But it is a large full-frame lens that would give you more than you need for the small-formate cameras. It is a very big lens.

Q: 2. Is a newer version expected?

A: Leica is not replacing the Leica Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens anytime soon.

Q: 3. Does this new version have a metal or plastic focusing tab?

A: The focusing ring of the Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens is metal, like the rest of the lens, but the focusing tab is plastic.

Q: 4. A couple of reviewers have said this is the best 50mm lens, and they have named Sony, Canon and Nikon. My question is, does that include the Sony 50/1.2 GM lens? Has anyone compared this Leica 50/1.4 with the Sony 50/1.2 GM on either an A7R-IV or A1?

A: The Leica Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens is one of the best and is very sharp. It is an L mount and does not fit on Sony E mount cameras. You really cannot compare the two using them on a Sony camera.

Q: 5. Wasn't this supposed to have been released last year?

A: You are correct, this lens was released in the past but actually earlier than last year--specifically October 20, 2015.

Q: 6. So aside from the f-stop and the weight, what is the difference in IQ or whatever between this 50/1.4 and the other Leica 50/2?

A: The one-stop difference in aperture is the biggest difference; optically they are very similar, but not identical, with a similar number of aspherical surfaces and anomalous partial dispersion elements, and similar multi-coating. The 50mm f/2 lens also has a dual synchro drive stepping AF motor.

Q: 7. Is the pre asph version better for film Leica's?

A: Both digital and film cameras benefit from using pre-aspherical versions of lenses, as they offer a distinct character to the photographer’s images. That being said, pre-aspherical lenses will produce more distortions in the image compared to aspherical lens designs, which may be more visible with modern digital sensors.

Q: 8. does this lens come with a lens hood?

A: The Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens (Black) would incorporate a built-in lens shade.

Q: 9. With this lens (MFR #11715) could you mount a 43mm filter from say Leica and also mount the lens hood that comes with this lens?

A: Yes, the Round Metal Lens Hood is included in the box of Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. Lens (Black-Chrome Edition, Made in Portugal) mounts on the lens bayonet while the 43mm filter screw is on the front inner threads of the lens.

Q: 10. Can this lens be mounted on a Canon 5D Mark II?What will be the differences in colors from this lens and characteristics compared to a Canon?

A: Unfortunately, no, we do not carry any lens mount adapters that would allow you to attach a Leica M-mount lens onto the Canon EF lens mount.