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Leica Vario-Elmar-TL 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH

FOCAL 18-56mmAPERTURE f/3.5-5.6WEIGHT 256gFILTER 52mm
Everyday & travel
NewDiscontinued
Used at MPB*£379–449
Find it used at MPB ↗All lenses

Overview

The Leica Vario-Elmar-TL 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH is a aps-c 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom lens for the L-Mount mount. It weighs about 256g and takes 52mm filters.

It's a strong choice for everyday & travel. A standard zoom covering wide to short telephoto (about 24–105mm equivalent).

In our database it fits 2 camera bodies natively, 14 more in crop mode. It is no longer sold new; used at MPB it sells for £379–449 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

BrandLeica
MountsL-Mount (L-Mount Alliance)
CoverageAPS-C
Focal length18-56mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)27-84mm
Maximum aperturef/3.5-5.6
FocusAutofocus
StabilisationNo
Weather sealingNo
Weight≈256 g
Filter thread52 mm
Approx. new priceDiscontinued
Used at MPB (L-Mount)£379–449

Compatible camera bodies

2 native · 14 crop mode

Leica CL2017 · APS-CNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £1,259 Leica TL22017 · APS-CNativeL-Mount Alliance · used from £734 Panasonic Lumix S1R II2025 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,119 Leica SL32024 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £3,269 Panasonic Lumix S5 IIX2023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,219 Panasonic Lumix S92024 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £529 Panasonic Lumix S52020 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £479 Leica SL2-S2020 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,649 Leica SL22019 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,649 Panasonic Lumix S5 II2023 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £964 Panasonic Lumix S12019 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £529 Panasonic Lumix S1R2019 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,099 Panasonic Lumix S1H2019 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · new ≈— Panasonic Lumix S1 II2025 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · new ≈£2,599 Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE2025 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £1,609 Leica SL3-S2025 · Full frameNative · cropNative, in APS-C mode · used from £2,599

Alternatives to compare

Fujifilm XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR27mm · f/2.8 · 84g · X≈£399 new · used from £294
Nikon AF-S DX 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR18-140mm · f/3.5-5.6 · 490g · F≈£399 new · used from £65
Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 Pro27mm · f/1.2 · 520g · E, X≈£399 new · used from £319
Canon EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM32mm · f/1.4 · 235g · EFM≈£354 new · used from £354

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Leica Vario-Elmar-TL 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Leica Vario-Elmar-TL 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH compatible with?

It's available for L-Mount. Native bodies here include Leica CL, Leica TL2.

Is the Leica Vario-Elmar-TL 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH weather sealed?

No, it has no weather sealing; protect it in rain.

Does the Leica Vario-Elmar-TL 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH have image stabilisation?

No. Use a camera with in-body stabilisation (IBIS) for steady hand-held shots.

What is the Leica Vario-Elmar-TL 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH best for?

Everyday & travel. A standard zoom covering wide to short telephoto (about 24–105mm equivalent).