Leitz 18mm f/2.8 Elmarit-TL
The Leitz 18mm f/2.8 Elmarit-TL is a compact wide-angle prime lens designed for the Leica TL/CL APS-C mirrorless system using the L-mount bayonet. With an angle of view roughly equivalent to a 27mm lens on full-frame, it was built as a walk-around wide lens for street, landscape and travel use on the T, TL, TL2 and CL bodies.
The single hammer price recorded in our UK auction data is £475 in May 2024, which is the only data point available for current value guidance in 2026 and reflects a wholesale saleroom result rather than a retail figure. With only one sale on file, no meaningful range or median can be drawn, and clean examples with original hood, box and caps would typically sell for a premium over a stripped body-only copy. Buyers should cross-check against current dealer listings to gauge what a clean copy is worth today.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| May 2024 | £475 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 89) Title: A Leitz Elmarit-TL ASPH. f/2.8 18mm Lens
Description:
black, serial no. 4673883, body, E, elements, E, complete with rear cap, paperwork and maker's box |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leitz 18mm f/2.8 Elmarit-TL worth at UK auction?
The only recorded UK auction hammer price in our data is £475 from May 2024, so a clean copy currently sells for around that figure at saleroom level, excluding buyer's premium.
How much does an 18mm Elmarit-TL sell for compared to retail?
Auction hammer prices such as the £475 result are wholesale levels and typically sit below dealer retail asking prices, which reflect warranty, testing and margin.
Which cameras is the 18mm Elmarit-TL compatible with?
It uses the Leica L-mount and is designed for APS-C bodies in the TL family, including the Leica T, TL, TL2 and CL.
What should I check before buying a used Elmarit-TL 18mm?
Check for fungus, haze, coating marks and clean electronic contacts, and confirm the autofocus runs smoothly and the aperture responds correctly on a TL or CL body.