Leica  Elmarit-R 24mm F/2.8 MF 3 Cam Lens Boxed

                Serial #3102226 - Made in  Germany   (Production Year 1981)



PRODUCT FEATURE

This is a 3 Cam R mount Lens, which should fully work on Leicaflex, Leicaflex SL, Leicaflex SL2, Leica R 3 to R 7 and R8/R9 without ROM functions, “Automatic Exposure Control”.

With a proper adapter, this lens may work on your DSLR camera, such as Canon EOS, Nikon, Leica Digilux-3/Olympus/Panasonic 4/3 and Micro 4/3 system) , Sony, Pentax etc.

But, we make no guarantees about usability of this lens on any system other than Leica R Series Cameras. Please do your own research if you plan to use this lens on non-Leica system with an adapter before you commit to buy.  An improper adapter may cause extensive damage to the lens

WARNING:  If you plan to use this lens on your DSLR camera, your extra caution is required.  Hold the lens barrel, not FOCUSING RING while you try to attach it to an adapter or to your camera mount, otherwise, the FOCUSING RING might be snapped off, resulting in damage, which will cost you about $350.00 to have it repaired.  Please note that the buyer is responsible for the damage repair if this happens. The Focusing ring is clearly described as being in working condition when the lens is listed.

         THE LENS COMES WITH:

   Leica Front Lens Cap 14290 E60

   Leica Rear Lens Cap 14162

Leica Lens Hood 12533

Leica Maker Box 11221 w/original warranty (expired)


                                                                                                                                                                                               OVERALL CONDITION

OPTICS:  The following internal element examinations are made by holding the lens to a lamp with a high power halogen bulb.   When you inspect the lens optics, please use a bright light source, like Halogen or High Intense Light source,  NOT a flashlight because scratches/marks on the flashlight glass reflect through the lens elements you are inspecting.  Almost all flashlights that are being used have such flaws on glass. As a result, you might  assume  that the lens you have purchased are not what is described.

             Front Lens Glass:   No signs of scratches or cleaning marks. 

            Rear Lens Glass:    No signs of scratches or cleaning marks. 

            Internal Elements:     No signs of fungus, fog, haze, separation are detected on the perimeter of the lens, but  slight marks being visible in the upper element, that will not affect any image quality. 

            Internal  Microscopic Dust Level: 1

            Internal Microscopic Fiber Level:  0

           Internal  Microscopic Specks (Black particle):   0


COSMETIC:   Near MINT

MECHANICAL: 

           Focusing Movement:   Slightly stiff bur consistent resistance          

           Aperture Control:   Stops down properly.  Aperture Clicks - crisp.   No play.  

           Aperture Blades:  Free from oil

GRADING CHART:

OPTICS:

Internal Microscopic Dust and Fiber Level:   *Some brand new lenses may occasionally have a slight amount of micro dust visible inside the lens elements. This is a result of the manufacturing process and will not affect image quality or resolution.  As a result, previously owned lenses like this one will generally exhibit the same consistence.

(0)   Hardly Visible (some dust may be on the glass surface, not inside the element).

(1)   Minimal amount being visible, that is absolutely insignificant on a perfect rendition of the optics.

(2)   Slight amount being visible, that is absolutely insignificant on a perfect rendition of the optics

(3)   Moderate amount being visible, that is absolutely insignificant on a perfect rendition of the optics

(4)    Normal  amount being visible, that is absolutely insignificant on a perfect rendition of the optics

Internal Microscopic Black Specks:.

(0)  Not a single speck  being visible

(1)  One or two pin point specks being visible, that is absolutely insignificant on a perfect rendition of the optics.

(2)  A few pin point specks being visible, that is absolutely insignificant on a perfect rendition of the optics.

(3)   Several pin point specks being visible, that is absolutely insignificant on a perfect rendition of the optics.

(4)   One or two specks being visible, that may or may not affect image quality depending on size.

Difference between Scratch and Cleaning Marks on Glasses.

*Scratch on the Glass of a lens: You can feel when you gently run a fingernail across it. A scratch mark if it is deep enough may affect image quality.

*Hairline/cleaning marks on the Glass of a lens: It is only on the coating and cannot be felt. They will not refract light and won’t affect any image quality.

 

COSMETICS:

Like New      * No visible signs of use and wear

Mint              * Hardly any signs of use and wear.

Near Mint     * Extremely minor and insignificant signs of use and wear

Excellent++  * Only a few minor sings of use and wear, such as abrasions, blemishes, scuffs, paint chips, scratches, dent, etc.

Excellent+    * Some minor signs of use and wear, such as abrasions, blemishes, scuffs, paint chips, scratches, dent, etc.

Excellent      * Normal signs of use and wear for its age, such as abrasions, blemishes, scuffs, paint  chips, scratches, dent, etc.

Good            Well used condition

This is a pre-owned or vintage lens, so if you are looking for a lens free from any flaws, optically, cosmetically and mechanically, please consider that this item may not be for you.

Also, we cannot provide the history of use, storage, handling or repair for this item.  Since the item is not available for your physical inspection, you are encouraged to read its detail description and to examine photo images taken from different angles so that you can determine if this is what you are looking for. Photo images are neither modified nor corrected by any means.

PRICE is determined based on the conditions described above accordingly.

 

PAYMENT: Must be received within 5 days of close of sale by Pay Pal or by credit card.

SHIPPING OPTIONS WITHIN U.S.

By USPS First Class Package or Priority Mail: 

By USPS Priority Mail Express:

By FedEx or UPS: Please contact seller to determine the shipping fee.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING OPTIONS:

*Seller will cover additional shipping fee if actual shipping fee exceeds the amount Buyer pays.

By USPS International First Class Registered Mail: Insured up to $46.00 by USPS . The shipping service will take longer period than Priority Mail, but it is one of the most secured and safest shipping service offered by USPS. The declared value of each item is limited to $400.00. Maximum weight is limited to 4 lb.

By USPS International Priority Mail: Insured up to $100.00 by USPS.

By USPS International Priority Mail Express: Insured up to $200.00 by USPS.

NOTE: Tracking for any international package will not be traceable once the package leaves International Shipping Center in New York City or Miami .

*International FedEx:  It is available upon request at an additional shipping cost. (Usually much more expensive than USPS Priority Mail and may cause import tax upon delivery.) Please contact seller to determine shipping fee if you prefer this shipping service before sending your payment.

ALL INTERNATIONAL BUYERS:

Please understand that delivery delay may occur if Custom Service  in your country holds your package  for inspection, which is beyond our control.

Import duties, taxes and/or charges are not included in your purchase price and shipping fee. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.  Please check with the Custom Office in your country to  find out if there  are any fee/charge for an item you intend to buy from us.

RETURN POLICY:

Our eBay Store, “leica greatbuy” has been in business since 2003. We are  particularly specializing in quality pre-owned Leica lenses and have been receiving highest reputation and positive feedback from many domestic and international photographers, amateur or professional, and Video/Cinematographers, for our excellent products and services.

We are happy to accept a return if you are not happy with your purchase for any reason, but please note that a restocking fee, which is 10% of your purchase price, will be automatically deducted from the total amount paid by you.

It is our policy to offer you with extremely detail descriptions of each item listed and a maximum of 12 photo images which are taken from various angles since the item you are interested in is not available for physical inspections.  Please take a your time in reading detail descriptions and exam photo images carefully so you can judge by yourself  if the item is good enough for you or not  before your commitment to purchase the item.

NOTE to international buyer who wants to return an item for a refund: If an item which is returned to us accompanies IMPORT TAX,  we regret to say that such amount will be deducted from your refund.

We have tried to describe an item as accurately as possible, but we might have missed something that may be important to you. Thus, you are highly encouraged to ask any questions before your commitment to purchase an item.

Your understanding and acceptance of our RETURN POLICY is greatly appreciated. If you disagree to any part of the policy, please do not continue your purchase plan to avoid unnecessary financial responsibility/burden and time which may be imposed to you.

 

Thank you for your interest and best wish for your search!!!!