Will we see an M 21 APO Summicron?

[Robert Blanko]

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I just stumbled across the fact that a 21 APO Summicron was born some years ago for Leica‘s SL system.

Holy cow! Now I hope that we will see a small sibling for the M system soon!

What do you think? Is this realistic?

[MaticB]

I believe, it is possible to construct that kind of lens. But it is questionable, if it is profitable. Certainly that kind of lens would cost close to modern noctiluxs, and I wonder how many M useres are interested in. My opinion is, that 21 APO is more reasonable to SL users - and obviously Leica think the same.... at least for now.

[ibramr]

Perhaps but only if it is not larger in size than the current Summilux 21mm. 

[memphismonroe]

I would love to see it!

[LeicaR10]

Robert Blanko,  The SL 21 Apo Summicron is a very recent arrival on scene; as in October 2023.  It took Leica a good number of years to design and build the lens to meet the requirements.  The SL 21 is a superb lens.  There are images posted on the SL thread if you wish to see what that lens can do.  Leica is currently working on updating a number of M lenses, but I highly doubt you will see a M 21 Apo, mainly because the current lenses are superb.  There are a number of M lenses that need updating to meet current and future M system cameras such as the M 90 Apo Summicron, etc..   In the meantime, its a great time of year to let Santa and Leica elves know what you are wishing to come from their workshop...HO, HO, HO! - Merry Christmas!   r/ Mark

Edited December 24, 2023 by LeicaR10