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Voigtlander 75mm f2.8 VM Apo-Skopar Lens for Leica M - Black
Product Code: 3323912

Voigtlander 75mm f2.8 VM Apo-Skopar Lens for Leica M - Black

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The Voigtlander 75mm f2.8 VM Apo-Skopar is a manual-focus medium-telephoto prime lens covering the full-frame 35mm format. Its apochromatic optical design keeps axial colour fringing close to zero, while the 44mm body, 43mm filter thread and 191g weight make it feel more like a standard lens. For rangefinder work, the slim barrel and shallow hood keep the 75mm frame clear.

Voigtlander 75mm f2.8 VM Apo-Skopar Lens for Leica M Key Features:

  • Manual focus medium telephoto prime covers full-frame 35mm
  • Apochromatic optical design reduces axial colour fringing to near-zero levels
  • Seven-element, six-group construction uses four abnormal partial dispersion elements
  • 44mm barrel length keeps handling close to a standard lens
  • Slim 54mm diameter avoids blocking the 75mm rangefinder frame
  • Included metal hood protrudes only 3mm when fitted to prevent vignetting
  • All-metal helicoid gives smooth manual focus with controlled torque
  • Rangefinder coupling supports precise focusing near maximum aperture
  • 10-blade aperture diaphragm shapes smoother out-of-focus highlights and points
  • 0.7m close focusing range suits tighter portraits and detail studies
  • 43mm filter thread accepts compact filters without increasing front bulk
  • VM bayonet mount supports Leica M-compatible rangefinder cameras

Compact 75mm rangefinder handling

The Voigtlander 75mm f2.8 VM Apo-Skopar gives Leica M users a medium telephoto view without the usual increase in size. At 44mm long from the mount, 54mm in diameter and 191g in weight, it sits much closer to a compact standard prime than a traditional short telephoto. That matters on a rangefinder, where a bulky lens can get in the way of both the finder and the camera's balance.

Apochromatic correction for cleaner detail

The APO design is there to control axial chromatic aberration, bringing RGB focus points as close together as possible. In practical terms, this helps reduce colour fringing around high-contrast edges, fine details and bright transitions. The optical construction uses seven elements in six groups, with four elements made of abnormal partial-dispersion glass, giving the lens its corrected rendering in a very small body.

Clearer view through the finder

The lens is designed with the optical rangefinder in mind, not simply adapted to fit it. Its narrow barrel helps keep the 75mm frameline visible, even with the relatively fast f2.8 aperture. The supplied screw-on metal hood protrudes by only 3mm when fitted, so it protects the front element without vignetting and intruding heavily into the finder window.

Manual focus with mechanical feel

Voigtlander uses an all-metal helicoid with high-precision adjustment and carefully selected grease to give the focus ring a controlled, smooth feel. That is especially important at 75mm, where small movements are more visible in the final image than with wider lenses. The rangefinder interlocking mechanism supports accurate focusing near maximum aperture, with close focusing down to 0.7m, depending on the camera body.

Full-frame coverage and adapter use

The VM bayonet mount is compatible with Leica M mount cameras, including rangefinder-coupled digital and film bodies. The lens also provides a full-frame 35mm image circle, so it can be used on compatible full-frame mirrorless cameras with the correct Voigtlander mount adapter. Its 43mm filter thread keeps the front end small, which helps preserve the lens’s compact handling even when filters are fitted.

What’s in the box?

  • 1 x Voigtlander APO-Skopar 75mm f2.8 VM Lens - Black
  • 1 x Metal Lens Hood
  • 1 x Front Lens Cap
  • 1 x Rear Lens Cap

FAQs

Is the Voigtlander 75mm f2.8 VM Apo-Skopar rangefinder coupled?

Yes. The lens includes a high-precision rangefinder interlocking mechanism for use with compatible Leica M mount rangefinder cameras. This allows the camera’s rangefinder patch to move with the focusing mechanism, supporting accurate manual focusing. It is especially useful near f2.8, where focus placement matters more with a 75mm lens than with wider focal lengths.

Will the lens block the viewfinder frameline?

The lens is designed to minimise finder obstruction. Its 54mm diameter, 44mm length and compact f2.8 form help keep the 75mm frameline visible during composition. The supplied metal hood also protrudes by only 3mm when fitted, so it adds protection without becoming visually intrusive in the rangefinder window. This feature is one of the lens's main handling strengths.

What does the apochromatic design do in real photographs?

The apochromatic design reduces axial chromatic aberration, which is the colour fringing that can appear in front of and behind the focus plane. This is useful when photographing bright edges, reflective details, fine textures or subjects against a strong backlight. The lens uses abnormal partial dispersion glass in four of its seven elements to help control this behaviour. The result should be cleaner detail and less coloured outlining in high-contrast areas.

How close can the Voigtlander 75mm f2.8 VM Apo-Skopar focus?

The minimum focusing distance is 0.7m when used with compatible rangefinder bodies, though this may vary by camera. At 75mm, that distance is useful for tighter portraits, small details and compressed framing without stepping too far back. The manual focus helicoid is designed for fine adjustments, which is helpful when working close to the minimum distance. On adapted mirrorless cameras, focusing behaviour will depend on the adapter and camera setup.

Can this lens be adapted to mirrorless cameras?

Yes. The VM mount lens can be mounted on systems such as Sony E, Fujifilm X and Nikon Z using a suitable Voigtlander lens mount adapter. The lens has a full-frame image circle, so it can cover full-frame sensors when adapted to a compatible full-frame body. On APS-C cameras, the field of view will be narrower because of the crop factor. Rangefinder coupling applies only to compatible rangefinder cameras, so mirrorless users focus through the camera’s live view, EVF, or focus aids.

Voigtlander 75mm f2.8 VM Apo-Skopar Lens for Leica M - Black - Sample Images

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Product Specification

Aperture Blades 10
Filter Thread [mm] 43
Focal Length ~ Tele [mm] 75.0
Focal Length ~ Wide [mm] 75.0
Focus Mechanism Manual
Hood Model Metal Screw-On Hood
Image Stabilisation No
Included Accessories Lens Hood, Lens Cap, Rear Cap
Lens Elements 7
Lens Groups 6
Lens Mount Leica M-Mount
Max Aperture ~ Tele 2.8
Max Aperture ~ Wide 2.8
Minimum Aperture 22
Minimum Focus Distance [m] 0.70
Sensor Format Full Frame
Size 54mm x 44mm
Weight [g] 191.00
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