New Leica M lenses in Safari finish and glossy black lacquer.

Transcontinenta B.V., distributor of Leica in the Netherlands, is proud to announce an expansion of the M lens range with four special editions: the Leica Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH., the Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 ASPH. and the Summicron-M 28 f/2 ASPH. in the popular Leica Safari design, and a variant of the Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 with a glossy black finish from the Classic line.

Leica M-Lenses are legendary, embodying exceptional performance, masterful craftsmanship and iconic design recognised around the globe. Developed and manufactured in Germany, they epitomise the essence of the Leica philosophy through precision, resilience and enduring value.

Leica Safari Editions

By launching these three lenses in the Leica Safari look, the company is continuing the longstanding tradition of this popular design variant. It is characterised by a striking colour scheme featuring a highly durable matt olive-green finish, making it the perfect match for the Leica M11-P Safari. Further design features – such as the silver-chrome brass focus tab, the feet scale in red and the metre scale in white – add stylish accents. As the Leica Safari Edition, the three fast M-Lenses – Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH., Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 ASPH. and Summicron-M 28 f/2 ASPH. – featuring extended close focus distance represent an exclusive highlight. In terms of performance and build, they match the respective series models and, as compact wide-angle, reportage and standard focal lengths, offer maximum freedom and flexibility in image composition.

Design variant with glossy black paint finish

The elegant, glossy black paint finish has long been among the most coveted Leica looks and now lends the design variant of the Leica Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 its distinctive aesthetic. Thanks to its picturesque bokeh when shooting with a wide aperture, the image aesthetics of this fast classic lens are as emblematic of the Leica look as the exclusive glossy black finish. Over the years, frequent use creates a unique patina on the paintwork, partially revealing the brass underneath. In this way, each single unit of this M-Lens, which belongs to the Classic line, gradually reveals its very own story. The design variant is perfectly complemented by a classic round lens hood, likewise finished in glossy black paint.

Availability and prices

The recommended retail prices including VAT are €6,200.00 for the Leica Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH. Safari, €5,000.00 for the Leica Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 ASPH. Safari and €5,400.00 for the Leica Summicron-M 28 f/2 ASPH. Safari. The Summilux-M lenses are available now and the Summicron-M will be available from mid-February 2026 at the Leica Store Amsterdam, Leica Store Lisse and Leica dealers in the Netherlands. The Leica Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 Classic with glossy black lacquer is available for £4,250.00 including VAT.

About Leica Camera
Leica Camera AG is an international, premium manufacturer of cameras, lenses and sports optics. As part of its growth strategy, the company has expanded its portfolio to include mobile imaging (smartphones) and the manufacture of high-quality spectacle lenses and watches, and is also represented in the home cinema segment with its own projectors. Leica Camera AG, having its headquarters in Wetzlar, Germany, and a second production site in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal, operates a global network of its own distribution companies with around 120 Leica Stores worldwide. The Leica brand stands for excellence in quality, German craftsmanship and industrial design, combined with innovative technologies. An integral aspect of the brand culture is the promotion of the culture of photography, with around 30 Leica Galleries worldwide, the Leica Akademie and international awards such as the Leica Hall of Fame Award and the Leica Oskar Barnack Award (LOBA).