Leica's long R telephoto — the manual-focus Telyt-R 350mm f/4.8, a reach prime for distant subjects.
The Leica Telyt-R 350mm f/4.8 is a long telephoto prime for the Leica R reflex system, giving substantial reach for distant subjects. It sat among the longer R telephotos above the 250mm and 280mm lenses. It gave R photographers a single long prime for wildlife and distant action.
This is a manual-focus Leica R lens with a 350mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4.8. It is a full-frame long telephoto prime for the reflex line and a large lens by size and weight. Buyers should confirm the filter arrangement, tripod collar and cam configuration on the specific example rather than assuming.
The 350mm focal length suits wildlife, sport and distant subjects that shorter telephotos cannot reach. The f/4.8 aperture is modest but usable for a telephoto of this length in good light. It is a tripod or monopod lens for steady framing, delivering reach for far subjects while keeping perspective compressed.
On the used market the Telyt-R 350mm is a specialist long-reach lens, less common than the shorter primes. Check for internal haze, fungus and dust, confirm the aperture is clean and dry, and inspect the tripod collar and mount for wear. Verify the cam setup for correct metering on your R body, and note the size and weight for handling; a Leica R adapter enables mirrorless use.