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LEICA Relaunch Classic ‘King of Bokeh’ Sumilux-M 35mm f/1.4 Lens

- 2 years ago

Having been originally launched way back in 1961, the ‘King of Bokeh’ Leica Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 has been reissued in its original vintage design and with identical optical calculations to the very first version.

The Leica Sumilux-M 35mm f/1.4 Lens

The announcement from Leica means that the lens will arrive completely unchanged for 35 years. The lens that Leica describes as the ‘world’s fastest wide-angle lens’ arrives as the 4th addition to the Leica Classic Line, with the stainless-steel front ring, lockable focus ring and black attachable lens hood being modelled on the original.

The Leica Sumilux-M 35mm f/1.4 Lens

A new round lens hood has also been revealed, with an E46 thread allowing for the use of filters, and comes included.

Leica Sumilux-M 35mm f/1.4 Lens
The Leica Sumilux-M 35mm f/1.4 Lens returns after 35 years.

Pricing and Availability

The reinvigorated Leica Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 is available at all Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store and authorized dealers for a cool RRP of £3,450.00.

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