Overview

The Leica Elmarit-R 135mm f/2.8 is a Mandler-designed telephoto lens with excellent build quality—metal construction, smooth controls, and a built-in hood. Optically, it delivers pleasing bokeh and good sharpness, though it can flare and lose contrast against strong light. Its close focus is 1.5m, and it is heavy (over 700g). It suits portrait and close-up work on a tripod, but the long focus throw and weight limit handheld or action use.