Leica's R-mount macro — 60mm f/2.8 Macro-Elmar with 3-cam for close-up and general work.
The Leica Macro-Elmar-R 60mm f/2.8 in 3rd Cam configuration is a macro prime for the Leica R system providing close-focus capability at 60mm. The Macro-Elmar designation indicates f/2.8 macro quality with 3-cam mechanical coupling for all R bodies.
Optically excellent at close distances — Leica macro quality with the 60mm providing moderate working distance at maximum magnification. The lens also functions well as a general-purpose short prime for everyday photography. Manual focus with smooth R-mount helicoid.
Leica R mount with 3-cam mechanical coupling and 55mm filter thread at approximately 400g. The R macros adapt to mirrorless cameras providing quality manual-focus macro capability with Leica optics. 27cm minimum focus distance.
Available used at mid-range prices providing genuine Leica macro quality at reasonable used pricing. The R macro lenses are popular for mirrorless adapting where manual focus with focus peaking makes macro work practical and enjoyable.