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Leica Super Elmar-M 21mm f/3.4 Super Elmar-M Aspherical 21mm

45.9 Street Score
21mm f/3.4 Leica M
Why we recommend this

Its 21mm f/3.4 design uses one aspherical and four ED glass elements, ensuring sharp, distortion-free images from a durable metal body that is just 2.1 inches long. The manual focus ring offers precise control down to a 70cm distance, paired with an 11-blade diaphragm for smooth background blur, all at a competitive price point. This lens is best for street photographers and landscape shooters who want a compact, robust 21mm prime with deliberate manual operation.

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Price CA$6,105
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Leica Super Elmar-M 21mm f/3.4 Super Elmar-M Aspherical 21mm lens

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Thypoch Simera-C TP-SCCZ-MRF 135mm

16.5 Street Score
70-135mm T22 Interchangeable Mount with Included Leica M/Nikon Z
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Thypoch Simera-C TP-SCCZ-MRF 135mm lens
Price CA$6,769
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