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    Leitz Wetzlar Vario-Elmar-R 80-200 mm f/ 4.5
    Leitz Wetzlar Vario-Elmar-R 80-200 mm f/ 4.5

    Leitz Wetzlar Vario-Elmar-R 80-200 mm f/ 4.5

    80–200mm · f/4.5

    Overview

    The Leitz Wetzlar Vario-Elmar-R 80-200mm f/4.5 is a well-built zoom lens offering near-prime optical quality, with high contrast and resolution. It lacks image stabilization, requiring a tripod for critical work, and its f/4.5 aperture limits low-light performance. The integrated lens hood is a practical feature. It suits nature and portrait photographers who value Leica optics at a lower cost, especially when adapted to digital cameras.