Light Lens Lab 50mm f/2 “Rigid” lens for Leica M-mount announced

• 3 months ago
• Categories: Leica Lenses
• Tags: Light Lens Lab, Light Lens Lab 50mm f/2 Rigid

Light Lens Lab announced a new 50mm f/2 “Rigid” lens for Leica M-mount. Here are the details:

• Homage of the legendary 50mm f/2 V2
• Classic seven elements in six groups design
• Minimum focus distance (MFD) of 0.7 meters
• Full-brass body
• Lanthanide-infused elements “LaK-9”, with changes to lens coating for better durability and render performance.
• Lenses are made by hand and assembled in limited quantities with utmost quality control and tolerance.

Specifications:

• Focal Length: 50mm
• Format Coverage: 135 Full Frame (24x36mm)
• Diaphragm: Even half-stop aperture, manual control from f/2 to f/16
• Number of aperture blades: 10
• Filter Thread: E39
• Lens Hood: A42 Screw-on or clip-on lens hood
• Dimensions and weight:
• Length: 43.5mm
• Diameter: 54mm
• Weight: 266g (lens hood not included)
• The lens will be available with the following finishes:
  • Chrome – $799 USD
  • Black Paint – $849 USD
  • Black Paint with Brassing – $879 USD
  • Bare Brass – $899 USD
• Shipment beginning on February 14, 2025M-mount
• LTM-mount version of the lens is in development
• The package contains:
• Lens
  • Matching E39 Push-on Lens Hood
  • Matching Front Lens Cap
  • Matching Rear Lens Cap
  • Box
  • Instructions
  • Genuine Leather Pouch
  • 1 Year Light Lens Lab Warranty
• MTF charts: