Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH (v5)
Iconic LensThe lens that carried the 35 Summicron line into the modern optical era.
The 1997 ASPH brought aspherical surfaces to the mainstream 35 Summicron, trading the vintage glow of earlier versions for wide-open bite and cross-frame consistency. For nearly two decades it was the default answer to "which 35 should I get" — plentiful used, mechanically superb, and at home on film and digital alike. Codes: 11879 black, 11880 silver.
Key specs
- focal length
- 35mm
- max aperture
- f/2
- design
- ASPH, 7 elements
- mount
- Leica M
Summicron 35mm f/2 Generations Guide
Collector & User Inspection Guide
Haze and Cleaning Marks on Soft Vintage Coatings (v1 / v2)
Early German/Canadian glass from the 1950s–1970s used soft optical coatings. Inspect with a strong penlight through the open iris to check for internal haze (lubricant breakdown) or hairline cleaning marks on the outer elements.
King of Bokeh (v4) Plastic Aperture Ring & Tab
Version 4 "King of Bokeh" uses lightweight composite materials for the crescent finger tab. Check that the tab is not loose, cracked, or glued back on.
Market value
Used-market price (USD, estimated median)
Estimates from auction and dealer records — condition and completeness vary.
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| Date | Price | Source | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-01 | $1,600 | Dealer Median | Good |
| 2020-01 | $2,000 | Dealer Median | Good |
| 2026-01 | $2,400 | Dealer Median | Good |
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