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Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH

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Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH

Focal length
35 mm
Aperture
f/2
Weight
750 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
27 cm
Length
102 mm

At a Glance

This 35 mm prime is a moderate wide-angle lens for full-frame L-Mount cameras. Its f/2 aperture allows shorter shutter times and shallow depth of field, and autofocus and an electronically controlled aperture are included. The lens focuses as close as 27 cm at 1:5 (0.2x) and weighs 750 g. It suits street, reportage and everyday photography.

Good for

  • Street
  • Reportage
  • Everyday

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
35 mm
Max. focal length
35 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
13
Groups
11
Weight
750 g (1.65 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
27 cm (10.63 in)
Max. magnification
1:5 (0.2×)
Length
102 mm (4.02 in)
Diameter
73 mm (2.87 in)
Released
April 2019

Manufacturer data: leica-camera.com, leica-camera.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH fit?

The Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH is a full-frame lens for L-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C L-Mount cameras its field of view equals 53 mm in full-frame terms.

L-Mount cameras

Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar L-Mount lenses.

LensLeica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPHLeica Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH.Sigma 35mm F2 DG DNMeike AF 35mm F2 STM
Focal length35 mm35 mm35 mm35 mm
Max. aperturef/2f/2f/2f/2
Weight750 g400 g325 g298 g
Filter diameter67 mm67 mm58 mm58 mm
Min. focus distance27 cm24 cm27 cm45 cm
Length102 mm83 mm65.4 mm90 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH: FAQ

Does the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH have autofocus?

Yes, the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH has autofocus.

Does the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH have image stabilization?

No, the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH weigh?

The Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH weighs 750 g. It is 102 mm long with a diameter of 73 mm.

What filter size does the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH use?

The Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH is 27 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm F2 ASPH covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 53 mm in full-frame terms.

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