Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 11175 90-280mm
Seven anomalous partial dispersion elements and a 3.5-stop optical stabilization system deliver virtually aberration-free images across the 90-280mm range at f/2.8-4. The robust, all-metal build and fast linear-motor autofocus ensure dependable handling in demanding environments. This lens is best for portrait specialists and event photographers who prioritize critical sharpness, smooth bokeh, and reliable telephoto versatility.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong aperture (84th percentile) 84th
- Strong stabilization (83rd percentile) 83rd
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile) 83rd
- Strong bokeh (82nd percentile) 82nd
Cons
- Below average build (10th percentile)
- Below average macro (14th percentile)
- Below average optical (21st percentile)
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 90 |
| Focal Length Max | 280 |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 |
| Constant | Yes |
Build
| Mount | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weight | 1.9 kg / 4.1 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 82 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Max Magnification | 0.21x |
vs Competition
| Spec | Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 11175 90-280mm | Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Sony G SELP28135G.SYX | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 | Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 90-280mm | 17-70mm | 17-40mm | 28-135mm | 20-60mm | 18-140mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/1.8 | f/4 | f/3.5 | 22-40 |
| Mount | L-Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X | Sony E | L-Mount | Nikon Z |
| Stabilization | true | true | false | true | false | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 1850 | 544 | 535 | 420 | 350 | 315 |
| AF Type | Autofocus | RXD | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | SSM | stepping motor | stepping motor |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 11175 90-280mm | 53.7 | 81.9 | 10 | 13.5 | 20.9 | 84.3 | 82.6 | 44.7 | 83.3 |
| Tamron Di III 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Compare | 53.7 | 87.1 | 69.8 | 85.8 | 91 | 84.3 | 89.3 | 85.4 | 83.3 |
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Compare | 53.7 | 96.3 | 70.5 | 74.5 | 97 | 93.6 | 75.6 | 83.2 | 37.7 |
| Sony G SELP28135G.SYX Compare | 94.4 | 78.1 | 77.9 | 34 | 88 | 66.7 | 92.3 | 56.6 | 93.4 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 Compare | 87.4 | 85.1 | 82.5 | 66.8 | 78.3 | 77.5 | 81.4 | 69.8 | 37.7 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Compare | 87.4 | 13.8 | 85.4 | 83.6 | 90 | 21 | 96.1 | 85.4 | 96.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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