Product Summary:
The LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT 45mm F2.8 ASPH. is a premium lens rental, offering exceptional optical quality that meets Leica’s stringent standards. This versatile lens functions both as a specialized macro lens for capturing tiny details and as a medium telephoto lens (90mm equivalent) for portraits and travel photography.
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Contact Jasumo Now →Compact and lightweight (approximately 225g), it’s easy to carry while exploring Japan. With a fast F2.8 aperture and built-in MEGA OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), it delivers sharp, detailed images even in low-light conditions, making it perfect for capturing everything from delicate Japanese crafts to nighttime street food.
Quick Highlights:
- Dual Functionality: Macro (1:1 magnification) and 90mm equivalent telephoto.
- Leica Optical Quality ensures superb clarity and contrast.
- Fast F2.8 Maximum Aperture for low light and shallow depth of field.
- MEGA OIS (Image Stabilization) reduces handshake blur.
- Focus Limiter Switch for fast focusing in different scenarios.
- Compact and Lightweight (approximately 225g) for travel.
Product Details / Description:
This lens is a high-end option for travelers who demand both creative flexibility and uncompromising image quality. Whether you are photographing the intricate details of a shrine carving or capturing a beautiful portrait, the LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT provides outstanding performance in a travel-friendly package.
About the Product
Built with 14 elements in 10 groups, including one Aspherical lens and one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lens, this lens minimizes distortion and chromatic aberration for stunningly clear images. The Nano Surface Coating further reduces flare and ghosting, maintaining high contrast even in challenging light.
A unique feature is the focus switch, which allows you to limit the minimum focusing distance between 0.15m (full macro) and 0.5m. This ensures quick autofocus performance whether you are shooting close-up details or distant subjects.
Key Features
- High-quality Leica optical construction.
- True 1:1 life-size macro magnification (2.0x equivalent).
- Built-in MEGA OIS for stabilized handheld shooting.
- Features Nano Surface Coating to minimize reflections.
- Focus switch to limit shooting range for faster AF.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Focal Length | 45mm |
| 35mm Equivalent | 90mm |
| Maximum Aperture | F2.8 |
| Maximum Magnification | 1.0x |
| Filter Diameter | 46mm |
| Mass | Approximately 225g |
What’s in the box (Included Items):
- LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT 45mm F2.8 ASPH. MEGA OIS H-ES045 Lens
- Lens Hood
- Front Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap
- Protective Filter (Pre-installed)
- Lens Case/Pouch
Where This Product Can Be Used:
- Extreme close-up photography of Japanese food and snacks
- Documenting details of temples, artwork, and cultural crafts
- Medium-telephoto portraiture of travel companions
- Capturing night scenes and low-light environments (F2.8)
- Nature photography, focusing on flowers and insects
- Street photography where a slight zoom is preferred
Why Tourists Rent From Us
- English-speaking customer support
- Accept foreign credit cards
- No Japanese phone number required
- Offer hotel & Airbnb delivery
- Easy return for travelers
Book with Jasumo:
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Faqs:
What is the benefit of a 1:1 macro lens for a tourist in Japan?
A 1:1 macro lens allows you to capture subjects at life-size magnification on the camera sensor, revealing incredible detail. This is perfect for photographing the intricate details of Japanese food presentation, tiny temple offerings, or delicate cherry blossoms up close.
Does this lens work with Olympus Micro Four Thirds cameras?
Yes, as this is a Micro Four Thirds mount lens, it is fully compatible with Olympus OM-D and PEN series cameras, in addition to Panasonic LUMIX G-series cameras, offering you versatility across the system.
How does the F2.8 maximum aperture help my travel photography?
The fast F2.8 aperture allows more light to reach the sensor, which is crucial for sharp photos in low-light environments like indoors, narrow alleys, or during nighttime city walks. It also helps create a beautiful, blurred background (bokeh) for stunning portraits.
Why does this lens have a focus switch for shooting range?
The focus switch (FULL: 0.15m to infinity / LIMIT: 0.5m to infinity) acts as a focus limiter. By setting it to LIMIT, the camera avoids trying to focus on extremely close objects, resulting in significantly faster and more accurate autofocus performance when shooting distant subjects like landscapes or street scenes.
Does the MEGA OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) work with my camera’s built-in stabilization?
The MEGA OIS works on its own and can be used in conjunction with your camera’s in-body image stabilization (IBIS) if your camera supports a form of combined stabilization. This is especially helpful at the 90mm equivalent focal length to ensure maximum sharpness when shooting handheld.
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