{"product_id":"m-50mm-f1-2-noctilux-asph-blk","title":"Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f\/1.2 ASPH. Lens","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLeica Noctilux-M 50mm f\/1.2 ASPH. Lens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNoctilux-M \u003c\/strong\u003eis a fascinating tool for anyone who wants to tell stories through pictures. Photographers all over the world use it to master visual and artistic challenges and to capture the light and dark sides of life in a unique way. The photographs it produces are characterized by an unmistakable bokeh, exceptional separation, and an image effect that appears almost impressionistic. An open aperture creates a look that is especially rich in character: artistic, emotional, sometimes even surreal – but always captivating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe First Noctilux Lens\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1966, the Noctilux 50 f\/1.2 astounded expo visitors and the trade press when it debuted with its positively revolutionary optical capabilities. The lens offered a maximum aperture that was enormous by the standards of the time, in conjunction with an exceptional optical performance and visual signature that was unmatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was partly due to the fact that the Noctilux was the world's first serially produced lens to feature two aspherical elements, reducing spherical aberrations at maximum aperture and improving rendition quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Noctilux 50 f\/1.2 was produced from 1966 to 1975, and only 1,757 units were ever made. It was one of the first serial production Leica lenses to feature a black finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Groundbreaking Classic Returns - Leica Noctilux-M 50 f\/1.2 ASPH.\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully adapted in line with modern lens design, the Leica Noctilux-M 50 f\/1.2 ASPH. marks the return of one of the most famous lenses made for the Leica M-System.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's light sensitivity further contributed to the Noctilux's legendary status and continued lineage - as did its unique aesthetic: images captured at open aperture are imbued with a soft, almost dreamlike quality - creating an unmistakable look with an exquisite bokeh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo re-issue this iconic lens, the original calculation and construction were only minimally changed, and carefully adapted to the glass types and production methods available today.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lens comes in packaging inspired by the original box, and is complemented by the same lens container that was provided with the original Noctilux 50 f\/1.2 for safe keeping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContemporary designed reinterpretation of one of the most mythical lenses for the M-System.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimilar optical design as the original Noctilux lens. Unique image quality with a vintage feel from the original lens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven though the lens has a unique look with wide open aperture, this lens is in general a very usable lens for everyday shooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lens will come in a classically inspired transparent lens container, just like the original version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50mm f\/1.2 ASPH. focal length with legendary optical performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix lens elements in four groups with two aspherical surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ef\/1.2 maximum aperture for superior low-light capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional bokeh and subject separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely shallow depth of field for artistic control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, smooth tonal transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural color rendering with controlled vignetting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus range from 1 meter to infinity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest magnification scale of 1:17.7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock blade aperture with half-increment settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum aperture of f\/16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica M-bayonet mount with 6-bit encoding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClick-on lens hood included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombined meter\/foot focus scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for portraits, atmospheric, and artistic photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible With:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCameras\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeica M-Mount Cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilters\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eø: 2.4 x L: 2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeight:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.89 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer SKU:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11686\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn The Box:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeica Noctilux-M 50mm f\/1.2 ASPH. 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