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Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH.

Leica L · Zoom · FULL FRAME

Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. — 24–90mm f/2.8-4 for Leica L, a popular choice in the leica lineup.

$6,310

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Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH.

Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

24-90 mm

Max Aperture

f/2.8-4

Mount

L-Mount

Coverage

Full-Frame

Stabilization

Yes

Weight

1140 g

Min Focus

30 cm

Filter Size

82 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Good
7.5/ 10
  • · Covers the classic 85-135mm portrait focal length range
  • · f/2.8 aperture is solid for standard portraits

Sports & Action

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · f/4 aperture is decent for daytime sports
  • · Optical image stabilization assists when shooting handheld

Video & Hybrid

Good
6.0/ 10
  • · Optical image stabilization is vital for steady handheld panning
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation

Landscape

Good
7.0/ 10
  • · Wide-angle focal length (24mm) is great for landscape photography
  • · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field

Travel

Fair
4.0/ 10
  • · Standard zoom range covers wide to portrait, highly versatile
  • · Weather-sealed body is prepared for varied travel climates

Wildlife

Fair
4.5/ 10
  • · Optical image stabilization is crucial to keep telephoto shots steady
  • · Weather-sealed design handles outdoor elements like rain or sand

Macro & Close-up

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Moderate close-up capabilities with 0.26x magnification
  • · Short focus distance of 30 cm allows close shooting

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
  • Native Leica L mount compatibility

Cons

  • Premium price point
  • No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH.

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)24 mm
Focal length (Max)90 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)f/4
Elements18
Groups15
Special elements4 Aspherical, 2 ED

Focus System

Min focus distance30 cm
Max magnification0.26 ×
Autofocus motorStepper motor
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationYes
OIS effectiveness0 stops

Physical Specs

Weight1140 g
Length138 mm
Diameter88 mm
Filter thread size82 mm
Weather sealingYes
Diaphragm blades9

Compatibility

Lens mountL-Mount
Format coverageFull-Frame

Features

Control ringYes
Custom function buttonYes