Leika 50mm 2 SR: 980576

Description

Leitz Summitar 50mm f/2 Leica Thread Mount (1952)
The Leitz Summitar 50mm f/2 is a compact collapsible lens designed for Leica screw mount (LTM/M39) rangefinders. Known for its classic rendering, smooth bokeh, and strong center sharpness, it’s a favorite among collectors and vintage shooters alike. This copy, with serial number 980576, was produced in 1952.

Key Features

• Mount: Leica Thread Mount (LTM / M39 screw mount)

• Focal length: 50mm

• Maximum aperture: f/2

• Aperture range: f/2 to f/16 (10-blade aperture)

• Design: Collapsible for compactness

• Optical formula: 7 elements in 4 groups

• Focus range: 1m to infinity

• Filter thread: A36 (clip-on filters or adapters needed for screw-in filters)

• Made in: Germany (1952)

Condition

Used Working with user marks
This lens is fully operational with smooth focus and aperture movement. The glass has light cleaning marks and minor internal dust typical for a lens of this age but no haze or fungus. The front element may show some coating wear, which is common with Summitars. Cosmetically, the barrel shows signs of age and use, but the collapsible mechanism works as it should.

Whats Included

• Leitz Summitar 50mm f/2 lens (serial no. 980576)

• With case