Leica Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH. Lens Review

Focal Length 200mm
Max Aperture f/2.8
Mount L-Mount
Stabilization true
Weather Sealed
Weight G 1542
Af Type Autofocus
Lens Type
Leica Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70-200mm f/2.8 ASPH. Lens lens
53 Overall Score

Overview

Performance

Performance Percentiles

Af 47.2
Bokeh 48.7
Build 11.3
Macro 45.6
Optical 97.3
Aperture 52.9
Versatility 38.5
Stabilization 88.7

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong optical (97th percentile) 97th
  • Strong stabilization (89th percentile) 89th

Cons

  • Below average build (11th percentile) 11th

Specifications

Full Specifications

Optics

Focal Length Min 200
Focal Length Max 200
Elements 20
Groups 15

Aperture

Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/22

Build

Mount L-Mount
Format Full-Frame
Weight 1.5 kg / 3.4 lbs
Filter Thread 82

AF & Stabilization

AF Type Autofocus
Stabilization Yes

Focus

Min Focus Distance 650
Max Magnification 1:5.1

Value & Pricing

B&H Photo $3,525 Best Price
Feb 18, 2026 $3,525

vs Competition

Product
Viltrox VILTROX 35mm f1.7 Z, AF 35 mm F1.7 Z- Mount Lens
Meike Meike 55mm F1.8 Pro Full Frame AF STM Stepping
Fujifilm VILTROX 25mm F1.7 f/1.7 AF Lens for Fuji X Mount,
Panasonic Meike 35mm F1.8 Full Frame Wide Angle AF STM Lens
Sony YONGNUO 35MM F1.8 Art Auto Focus Lens for Sony E

Verdict

Deal Tracker

Feb 18, 2026 $3,525
B&H Photo $3,525 Best Price