{
  "id": 5518233,
  "title": "The Leica's first-ever macro lens for avaialable is now available to preorder in the US and UK",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/the-leicas-first-ever-macro-lens-for-avaialable-is-now-available-to",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-04T07:22:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Camera World",
    "slug": "digital-camera-world",
    "url": "https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/cameras/lenses/the-leicas-first-ever-macro-lens-for-avaialable-is-now-available-to-preorder-in-the-us-and-uk"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Leica has announced the availability of its first-ever macro lens designed specifically for the SL system, the APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8. This lens can be preordered in the US and UK, with pricing set at $2,700 in the US and £2,110 in the UK. The lens, which combines a 100mm focal length, constant f/2.8 aperture, and true 1:1 reproduction ratio, was inspired by Leica's original APO-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8 from 1987. Weighing 801g and measuring 137mm in length, the lens boasts a full-metal body, dust and splash protection, and an AquaDura coating to repel moisture and dirt. Featuring autofocus and a dedicated focus limiter, the APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 offers practicality for various photography applications, including macro and portrait work. With compatibility for 67mm filters and Leica's 1.4x and 2x L-Mount extenders, this versatile lens is set to become a valuable addition to Leica photographers' collections.",
  "summary": "Leica revives a legendary 100mm macro – and the new SL version is now available to order",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}