Leica Summicron Rigid V2 50mm f/2 Lens for Leica M (Silver) *USED*

SKU: LEI-50MM-F2-RIGID-SIL-PRE
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Short description

This Leica 50mm f/2 Summicron Rigid (Version 2) in silver chrome is in excellent cosmetic condition, showing little to no signs of wear on the classic brass barrel or the mount. This iconic M-mount lens has been fully tested and is confirmed to be in perfect working order, with a smooth, precise focus throw and a tactile aperture ring. The glass elements and aperture blades are in excellent condition. While there are a couple of internal dust specks—typical for a vintage optic of this era—they have no impact on image quality or contrast. The optics remain free of the haze, fungus, or ""Leica glow"" scratches often found on these models, ensuring the high-resolution performance this ""Rigid"" version is famous for.

Quick Overview

  • High precision solid brass construction
  • Classic 7 element optical design
  • Ten blade circular aperture diaphragm
  • Integrated infinity focus lock mechanism
  • Exceptional central micro contrast rendering
  • Compact 39mm front filter thread
  • Tactile knurled manual focus ring
  • Vintage painterly bokeh character
  • Durable silver chrome exterior finish

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Product Description

The Leica Summicron 50mm f/2 Rigid (Version 2) is a masterpiece of mid-century optical engineering, widely regarded by collectors and purists as one of the most beautiful lenses ever produced by Leitz Wetzlar. Introduced in 1956 to replace the original collapsible version, this "Rigid" model features an uncompromising all-brass construction and a classic chrome finish that perfectly complements vintage M-series bodies like the M3. Its optical design consists of seven elements in six groups and is famous for its 10-blade aperture diaphragm, which maintains a nearly circular opening at any setting. This mechanical complexity results in the legendary "Leica glow"—a signature rendering that combines high central sharpness with a soft, painterly fall-off in out-of-focus areas.

In the modern market, the Rigid V2 is highly coveted for its specific rendering characteristics, which provide a "vintage-modern" balance that newer, more clinical ASPH lenses cannot replicate. While it lacks the extreme contrast of contemporary optics, it excels in micro-contrast and tonal transitions, making it a premier choice for black-and-white photography and classic portraiture. The lens features a tactile infinity lock and a focus throw that is exceptionally smooth and precise. Its minimum focusing distance is typically 1 meter, distinguishing it from the "Dual Range" version which utilized goggles for closer work; however, the Rigid version is often preferred for its lighter weight (approximately 250g) and cleaner, more streamlined profile on the camera.

In The Box Leica Summicron Rigid V2 50mm f/2 Lens for Leica M (Silver), Leica Front Lens Cover, Rear Lens Cap
Condition Used

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