Leitz 24-90mm f/2.8-4 Vario-Elmarit-SL
The Leitz 24-90mm f/2.8-4 Vario-Elmarit-SL is a standard zoom lens for the Leica SL mirrorless system, covering wide-angle through short telephoto with a variable maximum aperture of f/2.8 at 24mm to f/4 at 90mm. It is designed as the workhorse general-purpose optic for SL-series bodies, intended to handle reportage, travel and portrait duties from a single lens.
UK auction data for this lens is thin, with only one verified hammer result on file — a sale at £1,500 in July 2023 (saleroom level, excluding commissions). Because the sample is so small, that figure should be read as a single data point rather than a reliable median, and as of 2026 the price you actually pay at retail or via a dealer will sit above this wholesale auction level. Condition, completeness of box and hood, and freedom from impact damage are the main factors that move what a clean copy is worth or sells for.
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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| Jul 2023 | £1,500 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Mini Fine Cameras & Instruments of Science (Lot 44) Title: A Leitz Vario-Elmarit-SL ASPH. f/2.8-4 24-90mm Lens
Description:
black, serial no. 4530184, body, VG, elements, VG-E, complete with lens caps and maker's box |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leitz 24-90mm f/2.8-4 Vario-Elmarit-SL worth at UK auction?
The only verified UK auction hammer price on record is £1,500 from July 2023. With just one sale logged, this is indicative rather than a firm market value.
How much does a 24-90mm Vario-Elmarit-SL sell for today?
At saleroom level a clean copy has fetched £1,500, though with such a limited dataset the true price spread in 2026 is not well established from auction results alone.
What should I check before buying one?
Look for fungus, haze, element separation, oil on the aperture blades, coating scratches, and smooth zoom, focus and autofocus operation, plus clean electronic contacts for reliable SL-body communication.
What mount does this lens use?
It uses the Leica L-mount and is designed for the Leica SL mirrorless camera system.