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*'''Focusing range''' - 0.7 m / 2.3 ft < ∞
*'''Focusing range''' - 0.7 m / 2.3 ft < ∞


*'''Aperture''' - f/1.4-f/16 - Setting/Function Preset, with click-stops, half values available, 9-blade manual diaphragm
*'''Aperture''' - f/1.4 - f/16 - Setting /Function Preset, with click-stops, half values available, 9-blade manual diaphragm


*'''Smallest object field/Largest reproduction ratio''' - 271 x 407 mm / 1:11.3
*'''Smallest object field/Largest reproduction ratio''' - 271 x 407 mm / 1:11.3
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*'''On the street''' - $US 4,395 in 2012 - 3,500 in 2010 - 3,595 in 2008
*'''On the street''' - $US 4,395 in 2012 - 3,500 in 2010 - 3,595 in 2008
*'''Reviews'''
** [http://www.luciolepri.it/lc2/marcocavina/articoli_fotografici/TEST_Leica_M_50mm/00_pag.htm Marco Cavina 1]
** [http://www.luciolepri.it/lc2/marcocavina/articoli_fotografici/Leitz-Summilux-M_50_1,4/00_pag.htm Marco Cavina 2]
** [http://www.marcocavina.com/articoli_fotografici/50mm_Leica_a_telemetro/00_pag.htm Marco Cavina 3]
**[http://www.imx.nl/photo/leica/lenses/lenses/page57.html Erwin Puts pg. 57]
**[http://stevehuffphotos.com/Steve_Huff_Photos/LEICA_50_SUMMILUX_ASPH_REVIEW.html Steve Huff]
**[http://www.kenrockwell.com/leica/50mm-f14-asph.htm Ken Rockwell]
**[http://lavidaleica.com/content/leica-summilux-m-50mm-f14-asph La Vida Leica]
**[http://www.slrgear.com/reviews/showproduct.php/product/1503/cat/107 SLRGear.com]
**[http://blog.mingthein.com/2013/04/16/photoessay-chinatown-cinematics/ Ming Thein OM-D]
*'''Forum discussion'''
*'''Forum discussion'''
**[http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/customer-forum/2875-advantages-50mm-f1-4-asph.html] [http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/customer-forum/2875-advantages-50mm-f1-4-asph-2.html] [http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/customer-forum/2875-advantages-50mm-f1-4-asph-3.html]
**[http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/customer-forum/2875-advantages-50mm-f1-4-asph.html] [http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/customer-forum/2875-advantages-50mm-f1-4-asph-2.html] [http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/customer-forum/2875-advantages-50mm-f1-4-asph-3.html]
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**[http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/film-forum/142070-mp3.html MP 3 Edition]
**[http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/film-forum/142070-mp3.html MP 3 Edition]
**[http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/customer-forum/234393-good-leica-50-1-4-summilux.html test shots]
**[http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/customer-forum/234393-good-leica-50-1-4-summilux.html test shots]
*'''Reviews'''
** [http://www.luciolepri.it/lc2/marcocavina/articoli_fotografici/TEST_Leica_M_50mm/00_pag.htm Marco Cavina 1]
** [http://www.luciolepri.it/lc2/marcocavina/articoli_fotografici/Leitz-Summilux-M_50_1,4/00_pag.htm Marco Cavina 2]
** [http://www.marcocavina.com/articoli_fotografici/50mm_Leica_a_telemetro/00_pag.htm Marco Cavina 3]
**[http://www.imx.nl/photo/leica/lenses/lenses/page57.html Erwin Puts pg. 57]
**[http://stevehuffphotos.com/Steve_Huff_Photos/LEICA_50_SUMMILUX_ASPH_REVIEW.html Steve Huff]
**[http://www.kenrockwell.com/leica/50mm-f14-asph.htm Ken Rockwell]
**[http://lavidaleica.com/content/leica-summilux-m-50mm-f14-asph La Vida Leica]
**[http://www.slrgear.com/reviews/showproduct.php/product/1503/cat/107 SLRGear.com]
**[http://blog.mingthein.com/2013/04/16/photoessay-chinatown-cinematics/ Ming Thein OM-D]


== Leica 50mm f/1.4 ASPH Summilux-M  Serial Numbers ==
== Leica 50mm f/1.4 ASPH Summilux-M  Serial Numbers ==

Revision as of 13:37, 12 October 2014

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  • Leica Order No. - 11891-black - 11892-silver - 11628-LHSAchrom.MP3
  • Production era - 2006-Current
  • Variants - Black, Silver and limited edition MP3 versions in Black paint and Chrome (shown)
  • Lens mount - Leica M quick-change bayonet
  • Number of lenses/groups - 8 /5
  • Focusing range - 0.7 m / 2.3 ft < ∞
  • Aperture - f/1.4 - f/16 - Setting /Function Preset, with click-stops, half values available, 9-blade manual diaphragm
  • Smallest object field/Largest reproduction ratio - 271 x 407 mm / 1:11.3
  • Angle of view (diagonal, horizontal, vertical) - 47°, 40°, 27°
  • Position of entrance pupil - 12.7 mm (related to the first lens surface in light direction)
  • Scales - Combined meter/feet graduation
  • Filter mount/Lens hood - Internal thread for screw-on filters size E46, non-rotating / Built-in, telescopic, lockable (except for limited edition MP 3 version w/43mm filter)
  • Viewfinder - Camera viewfinder
  • Materials - Chrome plated brass - Black anodized aluminum - Black paint and chrome plated brass MP 3 limited editions
  • Focal length - 51.6 mm / 2 in
  • Length to bayonet flange - 52.5 mm / 2.1 in
  • Largest diameter - 53.5 mm / 2.1 in
  • Weight - Chrome plated brass approx. 460 grams - Black anodized aluminum 335 grams
  • Inscription - LEICA SUMMILUX-M ASPH. 1:1.4/50 E46 4XXXXXX
  • Designer - Peter Karbe 22 Feb 2004
  • Leica Tech Data - 50mm f/1.4 ASPH Summilux-M.pdf - courtesy Summilux.net

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Leica 50mm f/1.4 ASPH Summilux-M Serial Numbers

Serial numbers compiled from known lenses
~ stolen lens, please report if found on sale
SN Start SN End Product Year Total
-3979722 3992771- Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black+titan+chrom.MP3) 2006 13,050+ ~ 3992701 (silver)
-4000044 4011769- Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black+silver) 2007 11,726+
-4038335 4069477- Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black) 2008 31,143+
-4069765 4102485- Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black+silver) 2009 32,721+
-4102545 4116998- Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black+silver) 2010 14,454+
-4123003 4127983- Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black+silver) 2011 4,981+
-4132495 4162622- Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black+silver) 2012 30,128+
-4214858 unknown- Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black) 2013 unknown
-4244010 ~ 4245234 Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (silver) 2013 1,225+
unknown ~ 4264495 Summilux-M f= 5 cm 1:1.4 (black) 2014 unknown
TOTAL ASSIGNED SERIAL NUMBERS 2006-Current unknown