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• Leica Camera is reproducing a classic lense with the Leica Thambar-M 90mm f/2.2. First introduced in the mid-1930s where only about 3,000 units were produced, the new version of the Thambar-M 90mm f/2.2 has the same optical design but a modified exterior. The lens still produces the same dreamy, soft focus look as the original 83-year old lens.

  The original Thambar (which comes from the Greek word for "blurred" or "out-of-focus") was designed with portraiture in mind, and has become an extremely collectible lens due to its low production numbers and unique rendering. The lens has two aperture scales, with one designed to be used when the included center filter is attached, which further increases the soft-focus effect.

  The Thambar’s distinctive, dreamily romantic look and bokeh are created by deliberately under-corrected spherical aberrations, along with a 20-bladed aperture for the circular rendition of out-of-focus highlights. Because the aberration increases towards the periphery of the optical system, both the extension of the depth of field and the degree of diffusion can be precisely controlled via the step-less aperture ring.

  Features of the 90mm Thambar-M

  • Minimum focus 1 M
  • Filter size 49 mm
  • Number of lenses/groups 4/3
  • Push-on lens hood
  • Length 90 mm
  • Weight 500 g

  Item Specifics

  Leica product code 11697

  S/N 4724848

  This particular lens is very clean and shows signs of normal use. There is one small scratch on the lens barrel that has brass showing. The focusing ring moves with smooth drag. The aperture ring moves freely with no detents designating the f/stops. The glass is haze and fungus-free. Overall, this lens is in excellent condition.

  This lens has had a CLA completed recently. The work performed was to engrave serial number, repair external parts, and clean, lubricate, and adjust all parts for proper working order. 

  Item Includes

  The 90mm Thambar-M lens, the original box, instructions, lens hood, front and rear protective caps, leather case, and Thambar filter.

  Warranty

  Leica remainder warranty until 8-23-2024

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• Leica product code 11697

  S/N 4724848

  This particular lens is very clean and shows signs of normal use. There is one small scratch on the lens barrel that has brass showing. The focusing ring moves with smooth drag. The aperture ring moves freely with no detents designating the f/stops. The glass is haze and fungus-free. Overall, this lens is in excellent condition.

  This lens has had a CLA completed recently. The work performed was to engrave serial number, repair external parts, and clean, lubricate, and adjust all parts for proper working order. 

• The 90mm Thambar-M lens, the original box, instructions, lens hood, front and rear protective caps, leather case, and Thambar filter.

• Leica remainder warranty until 8-23-2024

* Please note that all the photos in this listing are of the actual item for sale and not stock photos