Leica M Lenses - Leica M Instruction Manual

LEICA M LENSES

Generally speaking, most Leica M lenses can be used on the Leica M.
Details on the small number of exceptions and restrictions can be
found in the following notes.
They can be used regardless of the lens features, and whether it does
or does not have 6-bit coding in the bayonet.
Even without this additional feature, i.e. when using Leica M lenses
without identifi cation, the Leica M will deliver excellent pictures in
most situations.
To ensure optimum picture quality in these situations, we recommend
entering the lens type (see p. 162).
Important:
• Cannot be used:
– Hologon 15mm f/8
– Summicron 50mm f/2 with close up.
– Elmar 90mm f/4 with retractable tube (manufactured from
1954-1968)
– Some versions of the Summilux-M 35mm f/4 (not aspherical,
manufactured from 1961-1995, Made in Canada) cannot be
fi tted to the Leica M or will not focus to infi nity. The Leica
Customer Care department can modify these lenses so that they
can be used on the Leica M.
• Can be used but with a risk of damaging the camera or lens:
Lenses with retractable tube can only be used with the tube
extended, i.e. their tube must never be retracted into the Leica M.
This is not the case with the current Macro-Elmar-M 90mm f/4, as
its tube does not protrude into the camera body even when
retracted. It can therefore be used without any restrictions.
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