Leica Hugo APO Zoom 70-180 T2.9

New zoom ideally completes fixed prime lenses like Leitz Hugo, but also Leica R and Konica.

The Leica Vario-Apo-Elmarit-R 70-180mm f/2.8 zoom lens represents a masterpiece of modern
optical engineering, designed to provide unparalleled performance across its versatile zoom
range. Introduced in 1995, this lens quickly became renowned for its ability to deliver prime lens
quality in a zoom format.

Engineered with apochromatic correction, the Leica 70-180mm minimizes chromatic
aberrations, ensuring high contrast and sharpness even at its maximum aperture of f/2.8. This
fast aperture allows for excellent control over depth of field, producing beautifully smooth bokeh
and impressive subject isolation, which are crucial for cinematic storytelling.

The lens comprises 13 elements in 10 groups, utilizing a variety of optical glasses to achieve its
remarkable image quality. This complex construction ensures that images are rendered with
exceptional clarity and vibrant color accuracy throughout the zoom range.