Leica Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH Lens Officially Announced

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In addition to the previously announced Leica CL mirrorless camera and Elmarit-TL 18 mm f/2.8 ASPH lens, Leica today officially announced the new Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH lens. The US price is $12,795 and it is now available for pre-order at B&H.

Rivaled in speed only by its legendary 50mm sibling, the Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH. from Leica is a high-speed portrait-length prime characterized by its ability to isolate subject matter, render subjects in a unique way, and perform admirably in low-light conditions.

Leica Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH Lens Key Features (via B&H):

  • Leica M-Mount Lens
  • Aperture Range: f/1.25 to f/16
  • Two Aspherical Elements
  • Anomalous Partial/Low Dispersion Glass
  • Floating Elements System
  • Manual Focus Design
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 2.8′
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • 11-Blade Diaphragm
  • Built-In Extendable Lens Hood
  • Extremely fast f/1.25 maximum aperture affords notable control over depth of field for selective focus shooting, and also benefits working handheld in low-light conditions.
  • Short-telephoto 75mm focal length offers a slightly compressed image quality that is well-suited to portraiture and close-up images, especially when used in conjunction with the shallow depth of field afforded by the bright maximum aperture.
  • Nine elements in six groups optical design is comprised entirely of anomalous partial dispersion and low chromatic dispersion glasses in order to significantly reduce color fringing and produce imagery with a high degree of clarity.
  • An 11-blade diaphragm produces a rounded and pleasing bokeh quality.

You can read the full press release at Leica Camera and Camera Ears.