Leica 60/2.8 Macro-Elmarit-R Late Version – 3 cam lens with Leica box, Leica leather case, warranty card cat #11212 & w/1:1 Extension tube Mint- / Free Shipping

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Leica 60/2.8 Macro-Elmarit-R Late Version 3 cam lens, Sold with Leica box, Leica leather case, Leica warranty card, Lens cat #11212 Sold with Leica 1:1 Extension tube Mint- complete lens set / Free Shipping

The Leica Macro-Elmarit-R 60mm f/2.8 (Late Version, 3‑cam, Cat. No. 11212) is one of the sharpest and most versatile R‑mount lenses ever made. Below is a complete, technically accurate breakdown of its specifications, optical design, focusing behavior, and the matching 1:1 Macro Extension Tube—plus context for collectors since your listing includes the Leica box, leather case, and warranty card.

Technical Specifications — Leica Macro-Elmarit-R 60mm f/2.8 (Late Version, 3‑cam, Cat. 11212)

Optical & Mechanical Design

• Focal length: 60 mm
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Optical formula: 6 elements in 5 groups
• Aperture blades: 6 (straight)
• Filter size: E55
• Minimum focus distance: 27 cm (0.89 ft)
• Maximum magnification (without tube): 1:2 (0.5×)
• Magnification with 1:1 tube: 1:1 (1.0×)
• Focusing mechanism: Helicoid, extends significantly at close range
• Coating: Leica multi‑coating (late version has improved contrast vs. early versions)
• Weight: ~475 g
• Length: 60 mm (extends when focusing)
• Mount: Leica R, 3‑cam (compatible with all R bodies, including R8/R9)

Leica 1:1 Macro Extension Tube 

Technical Function

• Converts the lens from 1:2 to 1:1 reproduction
• Maintains full optical performance
• No glass elements (pure extension)
• Mount: Leica R
• Adds approx. 30 mm extension
• No electronic contacts (R lenses are mechanical)

Effect on Working Distance

• Working distance at 1:1 becomes ~10 cm
• Light loss: approx. 1 stop at full extension

listing includes:

• Leica box
• Leica leather case
• Warranty card
• 1:1 Macro Extension Tube — essential for full macro capability

A complete set like this in Near‑Mint condition