Leica 9cm f2 Summicron Silver chrome finish “SOOZI” Midland Canada with Leica original hood & filter, lens case RARE lens Ex+/ Free Shipping
Description
Leica 9cm f2 Summicron Silver chrome finish “SOOZI” Midland Canada with Leica original hood & filter, used lens case (this is not a Leica case- nice, pen marks on the outside) RARE lens Ex+/ Free Shipping
Rare 1958 Leica 90mm f/2 Summicron (Version 1, Chrome, Leitz Canada) — Collector‑lens Hood Included. A scarce early Summicron with classic chrome finish and vintage character; ideal for collectors and photographers seeking authentic 1950s Leica optics.
Short Description
Original 1958 Leitz Canada 90/2 Summicron (Version 1) in chrome finish. Early production run, scalloped focus ring, built‑in hood style and original markings. Excellent candidate for collectors, Leica system users, and portrait photographers who value vintage rendering.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Summicron 90mm f/2 Version 1 SOOZI |
| Marking | LEITZ CANADA on barrel |
| Year | 1958 (early production) |
| Optics | 6 elements / 5 groups (early Gauss‑type formula) |
| Filter Size | 48mm, Leica filter included |
| Condition | Good optics and aperture, focus, original hood included |
Detailed Description
This Version 1 Summicron 90/2 is the original 1958 design introduced as a fast short‑telephoto for portraits and theater work. It uses a 6‑element Gauss‑type formula and was produced in limited early batches at Leitz Canada, making true Canadian‑made chrome examples rarer and more collectible than later runs. Optically it delivers the classic Summicron character—creamy bokeh and strong center sharpness, with best overall performance stopped to f/5.6 for edge‑to‑edge results.
Why Buy This Lens
- Historical significance: Early Canadian production and 1958 introduction.
- Distinctive vintage rendering prized by film shooters and collectors.
- Collector appeal when complete with hood and documented serials.
- Could be used with M cameras as well (with SM to M adaptor)
1958 Leica 90mm f2 Summicron Soozi first version Summicron bayonet mount lens Nr.11580450 sold with Leica original hood, made in Midland Canada, Rare lens approx. 350/400 units made serial number range from approx-1,459,00 to approx 1,650,000
Condition: smooth focusing, outer condition shows wear, glass: clean with no issues
- Code: SOOZI-M/11127
- Serial Numbers: from approx,1459,000 to approx, 1,650,000
- Units made: approx , 350/400
- Finish: chrome
- Focal length: 90mm
- Apertures: f/2 0 2,8 – 4 – 5,6 – 8 – 11 – 16
- Lens elements: 6 (in 5 groups)
- Angle of view: 27@
- Minimum distance: 1m
- Mount: fixed
- Filters: E48
- Hood: HMOOD / 12527 In kit
- Weight: 685g
This 90mm Summicron f2 lens was presented in 1957, but its production of only a few hundred units ceased after just one year in order to introduce a new model which,even though it retained the same optical design, renewed its structure. Characterized by an unusual reversible hood in the kit, this first version was produced in Canada except for a small number of units made at WETZLAR bear serial numbers from between 1,119,000 and approx 1,119,100 and refer to the year 1953 which was four years before it went into regular production.
Additional information
| Weight | 5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 × 10 × 10 in |
