Leica 90mm f1.5 Summilux-M Asph

The Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH. is perfect for portraits with an incredibly shallow depth of field, even half that of the legendary 50 mm Noctilux-M f/0.95 ASPH., allowing a striking separation of its razor-sharp subjects from the dreamy backgrounds with a lovely bokeh.

The Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH. is the brand's latest in the long line of famed Summilux lenses, now for the very first time in the 90 mm focal length. This lens is perfect for portraits with an incredibly shallow depth of field, even half that of the legendary 50 mm Noctilux-M f/0.95 ASPH., allowing a striking separation of its razor-sharp subjects from the dreamy backgrounds with a lovely bokeh. Whether used on a Leica M10 or on the new Leica SL2 with the M-Adapter L, the Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH. promises to bring portraits to life with new levels of sharpness and its own signature look.

The Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH. is distinguished by an elaborate construction comprised of 8 lens elements, two of which are aspherical in design and made of specialized glass types, arranged in 6 groups. A floating lens element ensures the superior optical performance of the lens is maintained across the full focus range. This advanced lens design and fast maximum aperture it achieves gives the lens its unique image rendering and unparalleled performance.

What Our Experts Think

• Legendary Leica 90 mm f/1.5 Summilux‑M ASPH. portrait lens with stunning optical character

• Ultra‑fast f/1.5 aperture for beautiful subject isolation and superb low‑light performance

• Exceptional sharpness with smooth bokeh and minimal aberrations

• Ideal for portraits, events, and selective focus artistry

• Premium build quality and refined manual focus typical of Leica M‑mount optics

Product Q&A

• What focal length is this lens?
  90 mm — classic telephoto for portraits and mid‑range subjects.

• What is the maximum aperture?
  f/1.5 — excellent for shallow depth and low‑light shooting.

• What mount does it use?
  Leica M‑mount for rangefinder cameras.

• Is it sharp?
  Yes — superb clarity with pleasing rendering.

• Best for portraiture?
  Yes — rich bokeh and flattering compression for faces.

Maintenance Tips

• Clean front and rear elements with a microfiber cloth

• Use a lens hood to reduce flare and protect the glass

• Store in a dry, padded case when not in use

• Avoid touching optics with bare fingers

• Keep caps on when the lens is off the camera body