Leica's M-mount 135mm telephoto — vintage Elmarit for rangefinder at the longest practical M focal length.
The Leica Elmarit-M 135mm f/2.8 is a vintage telephoto prime for Leica M rangefinders. At 135mm it pushes the practical limits of rangefinder focusing — the longest focal length most M photographers find usable with the rangefinder mechanism.
Optically good for its era — the Elmarit designation indicates f/2.8 maximum aperture. Manual focus with Leica rangefinder coupling at 135mm — requires skill and practice. The 135mm compression is useful for portrait work.
Leica M mount with rangefinder coupling at 135mm. Separate viewfinder attachment may be included — the M viewfinder frame for 135mm is small. Manual focus. Compact for 135mm telephoto. Black finish.
Available used at mid-range to professional prices. The 135mm on rangefinder is challenging — the viewfinder frame is tiny. The Leica Elmarit-R 135mm f/2.8 is easier to use on SLR. For Leica M collectors wanting complete focal length coverage.