Flagship Leica R super-telephoto with APO correction and f/2.8 — pinnacle Leica R optic.
The Leica APO-Telyt-R 280mm f/2.8 is a flagship super-telephoto prime for the Leica R mount system, delivering extraordinary optical quality with apochromatic correction and a fast f/2.8 aperture. The 3-cam designation indicates compatibility with all Leica R mount cameras from the Leicaflex through R9.
Optical quality is at the pinnacle of telephoto lens design with the APO correction eliminating chromatic aberration for images of extraordinary colour purity and sharpness. The f/2.8 aperture at 280mm provides exceptional light gathering and subject isolation. The lens produces images with a distinctive Leica rendering quality.
Build quality is to Leica's legendary standards with precision-machined metal construction designed for decades of professional use. The lens is substantial but precisely engineered, with a smooth focusing mechanism and the precise aperture control that professional telephoto work demands.
On the used market, the APO-Telyt-R 280mm f/2.8 is one of the most valuable and sought-after Leica R lenses. For collectors and photographers who demand the absolute finest in telephoto optics, it represents Leica's technical pinnacle in R-mount telephoto design and commands prices reflecting its extraordinary quality.