Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f2.8 ASPH. Lens for L-Mount

The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f2.8 ASPH. is a compact, fast, and versatile standard zoom lens designed for L-mount mirrorless cameras. While it trades a bit of wide-angle reach compared to the more common 24-70mm zoom, it makes up for it with a smaller, lighter build and a bright constant f2.8 aperture. This makes it an ideal choice for everyday photography, covering a wide range of subjects from landscapes and portraits to travel scenes. The optical design includes three aspherical elements that enhance sharpness while supporting the lens’s compact form. Advanced coatings improve contrast and color accuracy in varied lighting conditions. A floating element maintains sharpness across the focusing range, and the fast, quiet autofocus system is suitable for both stills and video work. At 1.3 pounds and measuring just 2.9 by 4 inches, it is more than eight ounces lighter and nearly an inch shorter than the 24-70mm version. The lens is built from durable magnesium and aluminum alloys, with a minimalist design that includes separate control rings for zoom and focus. It is sealed against dust and splashes and features Aqua-Dura coatings on the front and rear elements to repel moisture and dirt.