Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200mm F2.8 ASPH Lens and Extender L 2.0x to be Announced Soon

Leica enthusiasts are buzzing with rumors about the upcoming release of the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200mm F2.8 ASPH lens, along with the Extender L 2.0x, expected to be announced soon. This new addition to Leica’s lineup promises to deliver top-tier performance for portrait, wildlife, and sports photography, thanks to its versatile focal range and constant f/2.8 aperture.

The lens is rumored to feature ASPH elements for outstanding image quality, ensuring sharpness, clarity, and minimal distortion across the zoom range. The Extender L 2.0x is expected to double the focal length, making this lens even more versatile by extending its reach to 400mm, perfect for long-range shooting without sacrificing image quality.

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200mm F2.8 ASPH Lens and Extender L 2.0x

First picture of the new Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200mm f/2.8 ASPH lens and Extender L 2.0x have been leaked on the web. Both products are expected to be announced in the next few days.

Currently, only the Leica Extender L 1.4x for Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm f/5-6.3 lens is available for $895.

Here are some the early details of the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200mm F2.8 ASPH Lens and Extender L 2.0x :

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200mm F2.8 ASPH Lens and Extender L 2.0x Rumored Details

• Lens construction:  20 elements in 15 groups, with three aspherical surfaces
• Internal focusing
• Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200mm f/2.8 ASPH lens price: £2,780 including VAT (around $3,500)
• Leica Extender L 2.0x price: £800 including VAT (around $https://bhpho.to/4034XKS1,000)
• The new lens will not be developed in-house. Leica will most likely use one of the existing Panasonic

Stay tuned for the official announcement, as this combination could become a must-have for professional photographers seeking high-performance gear in the Leica ecosystem.