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Voigtlander 90mm APO-LANTHAR f/4 Close Focus Lens VM Mount Black
Product Code: 9241003K
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The Voigtlander 90mm APO-LANTHAR f/4 Close Focus VM Mount lens combines apochromatic optics, compact manual-focus handling and 0.5m close focusing for Leica M-mount full-frame cameras.
Key Features
- 90mm manual-focus telephoto lens for Leica M rangefinders
- Apochromatic design with six anomalous partial dispersion elements
- Optimised for full-frame digital sensors
- Close Focus mechanism with 0.5m minimum focusing distance
- Rangefinder coupling from infinity to 0.7m
- Compact 54.8mm length, 235g construction
- All-metal barrel with manual aperture and focus controls
- Dedicated low-profile metal lens hood included
Voigtlander 90mm APO-LANTHAR f/4 Close Focus Lens VM Mount Black Summary
The Voigtlander 90mm APO-LANTHAR f/4 Close Focus is a compact manual-focus telephoto lens for Leica M-mount and compatible full-frame rangefinder cameras. Its apochromatic design suppresses chromatic aberration while maintaining resolution and contrast from infinity to close-focus distances, suited to portraits, landscapes, travel and detail photography.
At 54.8mm long and 235g, it balances well on M-mount bodies while preserving a clear optical viewfinder. The Close Focus mechanism extends the minimum focusing distance to 0.5m using live view, giving greater reproduction than conventional rangefinder lenses without a loss in optical performance.
Voigtlander 90mm APO-LANTHAR f/4 Close Focus Lens VM Mount Black In More Detail
Apochromatic optical performance
The eight-element, seven-group construction uses six anomalous partial dispersion elements to correct axial chromatic aberration, maintaining resolution, contrast and edge definition throughout the frame. This is particularly useful in high-contrast scenes where colour fringing can appear around fine detail.
Compact telephoto handling
At 54.8mm and 235g, the lens obstructs less of the optical viewfinder than a larger telephoto, keeping composition comfortable on Leica M and compatible VM-mount rangefinder cameras.
Extended Close Focus
Rangefinder coupling operates from infinity to 0.7m, with a positive click marking the transition into the extended range. Using live view or an electronic viewfinder, the Close Focus mechanism extends focusing to 0.5m, reaching a maximum magnification of 0.28x for smaller subjects and fine detail.
Precision manual focusing
A precision-machined all-metal helicoid gives smooth, consistent manual focus, supporting both traditional rangefinder use and precise live view composition within the close-focus range.
Digital sensor optimisation
The design is optimised for full-frame digital sensors as well as film, maintaining sharpness and contrast across the frame. A ten-blade diaphragm produces a rounded aperture through much of its range, contributing to smooth background rendering at the 90mm focal length.
Metal construction and included hood
The all-metal barrel supports long-term durability and precise mechanical operation. A dedicated screw-in metal hood, extending around 9mm beyond the lens, minimises intrusion into the rangefinder viewfinder while reducing flare in challenging light.
Frequently asked questions
Is this lens compatible with Leica M cameras?
Yes. It uses the VM (Leica M) mount, with rangefinder coupling from infinity to 0.7m on compatible bodies.
Can it focus closer than a standard rangefinder lens?
Yes. Using live view or an electronic viewfinder, it focuses down to 0.5m, compared with 0.7m through the rangefinder, with a tactile click marking the transition.
Does autofocus work?
No. It is fully manual for both focus and aperture control.
What does APO-LANTHAR mean?
It identifies Voigtlander's apochromatic lens design, correcting axial chromatic aberration and colour fringing to improve sharpness and colour accuracy.
Voigtlander 90mm APO-LANTHAR f/4 Close Focus Specifications
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Focal Length |
90mm |
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Aperture Range |
f4 - f22 |
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Elements / Groups |
8 / 7 |
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Angle of View |
27.4° |
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Aperture Blades |
10 |
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Minimum Focusing Range |
0.5m live view (with focusing click at 0.7m) |
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Rangefinder Coupling |
∞～0.7m (dependent on camera body used) |
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Lens Type |
Telephoto |
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Lens Coverage |
Full Frame / 35mm |
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Lens Focus Mechanism |
Manual |
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Thread Size |
43mm |
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Compatible Lens Hood |
Screw-in hood included |
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Colour |
Black |
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Dimensions (Diameter x Length) |
53mm x 54.8mm |
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Weight |
235g |
What’s in the Box
- Voigtlander 90mm APO-LANTHAR f/4 Close Focus Lens VM Mount Black
- Screw-in metal lens hood
- Front lens cap
- Rear lens cap
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