Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 "Z21" Now Available

Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 "Z21" Now Available

Hello Everyone, 

 

We are excited to announce that the Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 "Z21" is now available for order!

 

**Details about the 50mm f/1.5 Z21** 

  • Homage to the legendary 50mm f/1.5 "S21" 
  • Closely follows the original element design and performance characteristics with improvements in contrast and line transfer.
  • Six elements in a four-group design
  • A newly developed rangefinder focusing mechanism allows for tighter tolerances and more accurate focusing.
  • Support digital sensor frame coverage up to 44x33mm, a significant change to the original design. 
  • Minimum focus distance (MFD) of 0.7 meters
  • Lightweight aluminum alloy body construction
  • In-house manufactured, Lanthanide-infused elements specifically designed for the 50mm f/1.5 "Z21"
  • Each lens is handcrafted and assembled in limited quantities, with utmost quality control and tolerance. 
  • Available in High-Gloss Black Paint, with Matte Black Paint available upon request for those with Black-Chrome Cameras. 

 

**Specifications:**  

  • Design frame coverage: 135 Full Frame (24mm x 36mm)
  • Number of lenses/assemblies: 6 Elements in 4 groups
  • Focus range: 0.7 m to infinity
  • Diaphragm: Setting/Type: Preset, with half-increment lock setting
  • Diaphragm f-stop range: f/1.5 - f/22
  • Number of aperture blades: 10
  • Lens mount: M-Mount quick-change bayonet
  • Filter diameter: E52
  • Lens Hood: In Body, E52 Screw On
  • Dimensions & Weight:
  • Length: 64.2mm
  • Diameter: 60.7mm
  • Weight: 313g

 

The lens will be available at an MSRP of $1,099 USD in both High-Gloss and Matte Black Paint finishes, with the High-Gloss Black Paint exclusive to export. We will start shipping the Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 "Z21" on June 1st, 2025.

 

The 50mm f/1.5 "Z21" marks the beginning of the Light Lens Lab "Z21" project, with plans to expand into other focal lengths based on its optical performance characteristics for photography and cinematic use in 2026. Additionally, this will kick off the introduction of our "Classic" and "Modern" series. Our first "Modern" series lens will be announced in 2025.

 

**Included with the order:**  

  • Lens
  • Matching Front Lens Cap
  • Matching Rear Lens Cap
  • Box
  • Instructions
  • Genuine Leather Pouch
  • 1 Year Light Lens Lab Warranty

Photos:

High Gloss Finish, we will update photos with product photos in our product page as soon as possible: 

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Matte Black Paint finish: 

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Lens usage on medium format digital cameras: 
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Sample Image taken on Hasselblad
 X2D:
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Sample photo taken with various M-digital cameras:

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Sample photos taken on film:
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Light Lens Lab, Light Lens Lab 50mm, Light Lens Lab 50mm f1.5, Light Lens Lab Z21, Light Lens Lab S21, Leica, Leica Camera, Light Lens Lab M mount, M-Mount. Leica 50mm
Light Lens Lab, Light Lens Lab 50mm, Light Lens Lab 50mm f1.5, Light Lens Lab Z21, Light Lens Lab S21, Leica, Leica Camera, Light Lens Lab M mount, M-Mount. Leica 50mm
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Light Lens Lab, Light Lens Lab 50mm, Light Lens Lab 50mm f1.5, Light Lens Lab Z21, Light Lens Lab S21, Leica, Leica Camera, Light Lens Lab M mount, M-Mount. Leica 50mm
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We look forward to your orders and thank you for your support!

 

 

 

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