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Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 Asph

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About - Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 Asph
The Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 Asph is part of the SLR lens test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, SLR lens models like the D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 Asph are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Image quality: Image quality is based on tests of sharpness (modulation transfer function), geometric distortion, reflexes within the lens (flare), veiling glare index, vignetting, and macro performance. Modulation transfer function: This is a measure of lens performance and shows how well a lens reproduces object detail in the image it produces. Geometric distortion: All lenses have degrees of geometric distortion, which will depict straight lines as slightly curved. Two most common types are barrel distortion and pin-cushion distortion. These types of distortions are often seen in zoom lenses at both ends of the zoom range.

About - Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 Asph

The Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 Asph is part of the SLR lens test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, SLR lens models like the D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 Asph are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Image quality:: Image quality is based on tests of sharpness (modulation transfer function), geometric distortion, reflexes within the lens (flare), veiling glare index, vignetting, and macro performance.
Modulation transfer function:: This is a measure of lens performance and shows how well a lens reproduces object detail in the image it produces.
Geometric distortion:: All lenses have degrees of geometric distortion, which will depict straight lines as slightly curved. Two most common types are barrel distortion and pin-cushion distortion. These types of distortions are often seen in zoom lenses at both ends of the zoom range.

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Leica Camera is a manufacturer of film and digital rangefinder cameras, SLRs, and a digital SLR/medium format hybrid camera. Leica has about 30 high-end (read: expensive) lenses for M-series rangefinder cameras. These are split into four categories: wide angle, standard, telephoto, and Macro. The company also has about 36 lenses for its R9 film SLR, though that camera was recently discontinued. Leica produces four lenses for its new S2 DSLR/Medium-format camera.

About This Brand

Leica Camera is a manufacturer of film and digital rangefinder cameras, SLRs, and a digital SLR/medium format hybrid camera. Leica has about 30 high-end (read: expensive) lenses for M-series rangefinder cameras. These are split into four categories: wide angle, standard, telephoto, and Macro. The company also has about 36 lenses for its R9 film SLR, though that camera was recently discontinued. Leica produces four lenses for its new S2 DSLR/Medium-format camera.

Features & Specs - Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f3.8-5.6 Asph
Kit bodies The SLR camera bodies that are sold with specific lenses. Kit bodies	Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1K
Zoom ratio The zoom ratio is expressed by a value such as 2x or 3x, and describes the relationship between the longest and shortest focal lengths. For example, a 3x optical zoom with a minimum focal length of 18mm would have a maximum focal length of 54mm. Zoom ratio	4X
Bayonet This describes which SLR or SLRs a particular lens is compatible with. It's also referred to as a lens mount. Bayonet	Four-thirds system
Weight (oz.) Weight of the lens (without case, pouch or filters). Weight (oz.)	16.2
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