The Leica 35mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH Titanium (11859) is a rare, limited-edition M-mount prime in an exclusive titanium finish, combining the optical performance of the ASPH Summilux formula with a collector-grade aesthetic that stands apart from the standard black or silver versions.
Key Specifications
- Focal length: 35mm (prime)
- Maximum aperture: f/1.4
- Lens type: Standard / Summilux ASPH
- Finish: Titanium — a rare, limited-edition variant (product code 11859)
- Mount: Leica M-mount, compatible with all M-series rangefinder bodies
- Design: ASPH (aspherical) optical elements for controlled aberrations wide open
- Form factor: Compact rangefinder profile with focus tab and classic aperture ring
- Brand: Leica
Who is the Leica 35mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH Titanium for?
This lens is made for a very specific type of photographer — someone who shoots on a Leica M body and wants a single lens that handles almost any situation. At 35mm with f/1.4, you get a natural field of view that works beautifully for street photography, travel, environmental portraits, and even low-light or astro shooting when you need every bit of light the lens can give. The titanium finish makes it especially appealing to collectors and photographers who care about the tool as much as the image — it's a working lens and a statement piece at the same time. If you've been eyeing the standard Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH in black (11663) or silver, the titanium 11859 offers the same core optics with an exclusivity that's genuinely hard to find on the used market. It balances well on any M body, the focus tab falls naturally under your thumb, and the aperture ring has the kind of satisfying click that reminds you why people love shooting Leica. For anyone building a compact one-lens travel or street kit, the 35 Summilux sits in a sweet spot — wide enough to include context, fast enough to shoot in a candlelit café.
Buying a used Leica 35mm Summilux-M ASPH Titanium
Picking up this lens pre-owned is one of the smartest ways to own it — the titanium 11859 is no longer in regular production, so the second-hand market is essentially the only route. Every used lens on Camera-tweedehands.nl is individually photographed and professionally inspected before listing, and each comes with a minimum 12 months warranty (the exact term is shown on the variant listing). When buying second-hand, pay attention to the glass condition — haze, internal dust, or scratches near the rear element matter most — and check that the aperture blades are oil-free and snap cleanly. A pre-owned Summilux in solid condition is a lens that can easily last another decade of heavy use.
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