Walter Mandler's tele-formula compressed the 90mm focal length into a lens barely larger than a standard 50. The original 1964 "fat" version gave way in 1974 to the "thin" Tele-Elmarit, one of the most pocketable telephotos ever made for a rangefinder and a travel-kit favorite to this day.
Buyers' note: thin versions are prone to internal haze — check glass before buying, and budget for a clean-and-lube on most examples.
Key specs
- focal length
- 90mm
- max aperture
- f/2.8
- versions
- fat (1964), thin (1974)
- mount
- Leica M
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 | $450 | Dealer Median | Good |
| 2020-01 | $650 | Dealer Median | Good |
| 2026-01 | $850 | Dealer Median | Good |
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