Leica APO macro masterpiece at 100mm f/2.8, apochromatic correction for the ultimate in macro optical purity.
The Leica APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 is an apochromatic macro lens for the Leica R system that achieves 1:2 magnification with APO correction for virtually zero chromatic aberration. The 3-cam designation indicates compatibility with all Leica R bodies, and the APO correction provides exceptional colour accuracy at macro distances.
The apochromatic correction is particularly valuable at macro distances where chromatic aberration becomes more pronounced. The Leica optical design delivers extraordinary sharpness with the colour purity that only APO-corrected lenses can achieve, making this one of the finest macro lenses ever produced for any system.
Build quality is Leica's finest with precision machining and the smooth mechanical focus essential for critical macro work. The 100mm focal length provides comfortable working distance from subjects, and the Leica rendering quality combines sharp focus detail with smooth out-of-focus transitions.
The APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm commands very strong prices on the used market as one of Leica's finest optical achievements. The APO macro correction, Leica build quality, and 100mm working distance make it sought after by macro photographers and Leica collectors who appreciate the pinnacle of optical engineering.