Leica 50mm f/0.95 Noctilux-M Lens

Leica 50mm f/0.95 ASPH Noctilux-M Lens

Featuring an extremely superficial depth of field (DOF) at wide open aperture setting which creates portrait photographs and meticulous studies of unequalled pleasing effects. Even when just stopped down a little, the result is superb image quality, very similar to the SUMMILUX-M 50 mm f/1.4 ASPH lens, which is thought of as the finest standard lens ever manufactured

The lens speed is noticeably faster which has been accomplish without any major lens size alterations. The characteristic depiction of the prior 50mm f/1, prized by many photographers as a way of creative imaging, has been preserve at full open aperture When it' is stopped down slightly, the lens performs similar to the SUMMILUX-M 50 mm f/1.4 lens. Containing a "floating element", the splendid performance is retained even at while at close range focus distances In addition, vignetting and distortion numbers have again been enhanced over the previous version Using a normal polarizing filter is possible because of a special lens filter adapter

It's been more than three decades, but Leica has broken its own speed record and has introduced the quickest aspherical lens in the world: It's is the descendent of the world famous NOCTILUX-M 50 mm f/1 ASPH., that was announced in 1975. Because of state-of-the-art optic advances plus mechanical engineering, Leica has successfully achieved substantial improvements beyond the previous lens.

There's virtually identical dimensions, however a conspicuous boost in lens quickness has been accomplished.. When employed for available light photographs, the lens surpasses the human eye perception. Even a light from a single candle can be bright enough for handheld shots.

Features

• World's Fastest-Aperture Lens - f/0.95
• State-of-the-Art Optics and Mechanics
• Exceptional Performance
• Amazing Quality Throughout Focal Range
• 2 Aspherical / Rear Floating Elements
• 6-Bit Lens ID Bar Code for Digital M
• Leica M Bayonet Lens Mount
• Extremely Soft & Diffuse Backgrounds
• Depth of Field Scale on Lens Barrel
• Knurled Focusing Ring

Specifications

Overview
Lens style	Prime lens
Max Format Size	35mm FF
Lens focal length	50 mm
Stabilization type	No
Camera mount	Leica M
Angle of view	47 / 40 / 27
Aperture (lens diaphragm)
Largest aperture opening	F0.95
Smallest aperture opening	F16.0
Includes aperture ring	Yes
Optical
Total Elements	8
Number of Groups	5
Coatings / special elements	2 aspherical elements 5 anomalous dispersion glass elements
Focusing
Minimum focus distance	0.70 m (27.56")
Maximum magnification ratio	0.059 x
Autofocus type	No
Full time manual focus	Unknown
Focus notes	floating focus system
Lens distance scale	Yes
Depth of field scale	Yes
Physical features
Overall weight	700 g (1.54 lb)
Lens diameter	73 mm (2.87")
Overall length	75 mm (2.96")
Construction materials	metal barrel, metal mount
Filter thread size	60 mm
Lens hood included	built-in extendable hood
Tripod collar included	No
Lens Case	Leather Lens Case

Lens Includes

• Leica 50mm f/0.95 Noctilux-M Aspherical Manual Focus Lens
• Rear Lens Cap for M-Lenses
• Lens Cap
• Leather Lens Case
• 3-Year Limited Warranty
• 3-Year Passport Warranty

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