Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 11175 90-280mm
Seven anomalous partial dispersion elements and a 3.5-stop optical stabilization system deliver virtually aberration-free images across the 90-280mm range at f/2.8-4. The robust, all-metal build and fast linear-motor autofocus ensure dependable handling in demanding environments. This lens is best for portrait specialists and event photographers who prioritize critical sharpness, smooth bokeh, and reliable telephoto versatility.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong aperture (86th percentile) 86th
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile) 84th
- Strong stabilization (83rd percentile) 83rd
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile) 83rd
Cons
- Below average build (8th percentile)
- Below average macro (12th percentile)
- Below average optical (18th percentile)
What owners think
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 90 |
| Focal Length Max | 280 |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 |
| Constant | Yes |
Build
| Mount | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weight | 1.9 kg / 4.1 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 82 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Max Magnification | 0.21x |
vs Competition
| Spec | Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 11175 90-280mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 | Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN | Sony G SELP28135G.SYX | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 | Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 90-280mm | 28-75mm | 10-18mm | 28-135mm | 20-60mm | 18-140mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/4 | f/3.5 | 22-40 |
| Mount | L-Mount | Sony E | Sony E | Sony E | L-Mount | Nikon Z |
| Stabilization | true | false | false | true | false | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 1850 | 540 | 260 | 420 | 350 | 315 |
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD | Autofocus | SSM | stepping motor | stepping motor |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 11175 90-280mm | 54.6 | 83.6 | 8.2 | 11.8 | 18.4 | 85.9 | 82.6 | 37.4 | 83.2 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 Compare | 54.6 | 88.2 | 67.3 | 87.3 | 87.8 | 85.9 | 78.2 | 83 | 38 |
| Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Compare | 54.6 | 83.6 | 87.4 | 93.3 | 81.6 | 85.9 | 69.1 | 68.6 | 38 |
| Sony G SELP28135G.SYX Compare | 94.2 | 80.3 | 75.5 | 31.2 | 87 | 70.1 | 92.4 | 50 | 92.8 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 Compare | 87 | 86.3 | 80.6 | 66.2 | 76.4 | 80 | 81.5 | 64.6 | 38 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Compare | 87 | 14.5 | 83.9 | 84.1 | 89.1 | 22.6 | 96.3 | 83 | 96.6 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Adorama 2 offers From $7,805
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Usage Scores
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