Leica's premium L-Mount standard zoom — constant f/2.8 from 24-70mm with Leica optical quality and build.
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. launched in 2021 as Leica's professional standard zoom for the L-Mount system. It delivers Leica's renowned optical quality and build standards to the constant f/2.8 standard zoom category for the SL2 and Panasonic S-series cameras.
Optically excellent — Leica's standards for the Vario-Elmarit designation mean outstanding sharpness, contrast, and colour rendition. The constant f/2.8 aperture is consistent for exposure. Autofocus uses a dual-synchro-drive system — fast and precise on SL2 bodies.
L-Mount with 82mm filter thread. Weighs approximately 900g. Full weather sealing — Leica's highest standard. Metal construction throughout. Minimum focus distance 18cm — excellent for close-up work. The build quality is tangibly superior to third-party alternatives.
Available used at luxury prices — Leica lenses hold value well. Works on Panasonic S-series and Sigma fp via L-Mount Alliance. The Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art offers similar optics at a fraction of the price. For Leica enthusiasts who want the complete SL experience.