Affordable Pancake Lens Released for Leica M System
Brightin Star has released a compact manual focus pancake lens for the Leica M system, offering a 28mm perspective and a stylish design.
A new pancake lens has been released for the Leica M system, offering a more affordable option for photographers. The Brightin Star 28mm F2.8 Liquid Silver Leica M lens is a compact manual focus lens with a 28mm perspective and an elegant liquid silver finish.
The lens is designed to appeal to street and travel photographers, with a relatively fast aperture and a lightweight build. It weighs around 125g, despite being made of all metal, making it easy to carry around. The lens also features a brass barrel and a 25.5mm filter size.
### Key Features of the Brightin Star 28mm F2.8 Lens
| Feature | Value | | --- | --- | | Mount | Leica M | | Lens Elements | Six in five groups (three high-refractive elements) | | Aperture Range | F2.8 to F16 | | Aperture Blades | Nine | | Focus Type | Manual | | Focus Range | 0.7m to infinity | | Filter Size | 25.5mm | | Barrel Material | Brass | | Weight | Approx 125g | | Diameter | Approx 51.4mm |
According to Brightin Star, this lens is not just a functional piece of equipment, but also a design piece that complements the user's camera and personal style.
The lens is available for purchase at a discounted launch price of $318.99/£236.99 until August 27th. After this date, the price will revert to the regular price of $358.99.
The Brightin Star 28mm F2.8 lens is a great option for photographers looking for a compact and stylish lens for their Leica M system. Its affordable price and sleek design make it an attractive choice for those who want a high-quality lens without breaking the bank.
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