Leica M-ADAPTER L Lens Instructions
- June 4, 2024
- Leica
Table of Contents
Leica M-ADAPTER L Lens
FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
Leica would like to thank you for purchasing the Leica M adapter L. In order
to make best use of all the opportunities offered by this adapter, we
recommend that you first read these instructions.
DESIGNATION OF PARTS
- Lens bayonet fitting with
- Contact strip
- Red index dot for attaching the lens to the adapter
- Red index dot for attaching the adapter to the camera
- Lens release button
- Leica M camera bayonet fitting with
- Sensor for lens identification
DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
(Applies within the EC, and for other European countries with segregated waste
collection systems)
This device contains electrical and/or electronic components and should therefore not be disposed of in general household waste. Instead it should be disposed of at a recycling collection point provided by the local authority. This costs you nothing. If the device itself contains replaceable (rechargeable) batteries, these must be removed first and, if necessary, also be disposed of in line with the relevant regulations. Further information on this issue is available from your local authority, your local waste disposal company, or in the store where you purchased this device.
The production date of your product can be found on the stickers in the
warranty card or on the packaging.
The notation is: Year(XXXX).Month(XX).Day(XX).
COMPATIBLE CAMERAS AND LENSES
The Leica M adapter L allows you to use lenses with a Leica M bayonet fitting
(see list) on the Leica L bayonet.
Leica M lenses whose construction protrudes backwards by more than 11mm over
the bayonet contact area cannot be used.
- SUPER-ELMAR-M 18mm f/3.8 ASPH. (11649)
- SUPER-ELMAR-M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH. (11145)
- SUMMILUX-M 21mm f/1.4 ASPH. (11647)
- TRI-ELMAR-M 16-18-21mm f/4 ASPH. (11626)
- TRI-ELMAR-M 16-18-21mm f/4 (11642)
- SUMMILUX-M 24mm f/1.4 ASPH. (11601)
- ELMARM 24mm f/3.8 ASPH. (11648)
- SUMMICRON-M 28mm f/2 ASPH. (11604)
- ELMARIT-M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH. (11606)
- SUMMILUX-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH. (11663)
- SUMMICRON-M 35mm f/2 ASPH. (11879)
- SUMMICRON-M 35mm f/2 ASPH., silver (11882)
- SUMMARIT-M 35mm f/2.5 (11643)
- NOCTILUX-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH. (11602)
- SUMMILUX-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. (11891)
- SUMMILUX-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH., silver (11892)
- APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH. (11141)
- SUMMICRON-M 50mm f/2 (11826)
- SUMMARIT-M 50mm f/2.5 (11644)
- APO-SUMMICRON-M 75mm f/2 ASPH. (11637)
- SUMMARIT-M 75mm f/2.5 (11645)
- APO-SUMMICRON-M 90mm f/2 ASPH. (11884)
- SUMMARIT-M 90mm f/2.5 (11646)
- MACRO-ELMAR-M90mm f/4 (11629)
- APO-TELYT-M 135mm f/3.4 (11889)
Important:
The use of lenses with a Leica M bayonet fitting from other suppliers is at
the owner’s risk, i.e. Leica Camera AG accepts no liability for any damage
caused to the camera and the lens as a result.
ATTACHING THE ADAPTER TO THE CAMERA / THE LENS TO THE ADAPTER
- The adapter is attached to and detached from the camera in the same way as a lens.
- The Leica M lens is attached to and detached from the adapter in the same way as it would be to the body of the Leica M. For further details, refer to the relevant camera and lens manuals.
Follow the instructions in reverse to detach.
Note:
- When using the adapter with the built-in flash unit, the AF auxiliary light on the camera is not activated. The same applies to the auxiliary lights on external flash units.
FUNCTIONS
The Leica M adapter L has interfaces on both sides for the relevant camera
system. If the Leica M lens used has 6-bit coding, it transmits lens data to
the camera.
A. Focusing
Only manual focusing is available with Leica M lenses.
Note:
The distances set on the lens are slightly shorter when using the adapter than
when used directly on Leica M cameras. For example, sharp depiction of a
distant subject is achieved immediately before the mechanical infinity stop on
the adjusting dial. This is for technical reasons and it not a fault.
B. Exposure metering
All three metering methods – multiple field, center weighted and spot are
available.
C. Exposure modes
Only aperture priority (A) and manual control (M) are available, i.e.
automatic program (P), shutter speed priority (T), and the subject programs
are not available. If one of these modes is selected, the camera automatically
switches to aperture priority mode when the adapter is attached. The mode
displayed in the monitor also changes to A. F 0.0 is displayed as the aperture
value.
TECHNICAL DATA
- Dimensions (Ø x H) Approx. 61 x 13.3 mm
- Weight Approx. 70g
LEICA INFORMATION SERVICE
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questions relating to Leica products, including software supplied, either in
writing, on the telephone or by e-mail. They are also the contact point for
purchasing advice and to order instruction manuals. Alternatively, you can
send us your questions using the contact form on the Leica Camera AG homepage.
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For servicing your Leica equipment or in the event of damage, the Leica Camera
AG Customer Care department or the repair service provided by authorized Leica
agents in your country are available (see the warranty card for a list of
addresses).
Leica Camera AG
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Fax: +49 (0) 6441-2080-339
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