Snapshot Summaron 2.8/35mm prototype *

Starting Price
€12,000

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Estimate
€24,000 – 26,000

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serial number

0000249

Condition

A/B

Manufacture Year

1958

Product number

A03101

A very remarkable prototype Summaron 2.8/35mm from a small batch of 10 experimental lenses made in 1958. The focusing ring is equipped with click stops at 1.5m and 3m for snapshot-style shooting — a feature not present on any production Leica M lenses. The barrel also shows an unusual chrome plating.

The lens is preserved in near-mint condition, with very good optics. Included with this lens is a written expertise from Mr. Ottmar Michaely from 2006. A highly unusual prototype illustrating an experimental approach to rapid focusing for snapshot photography.