{"product_id":"leica-100-400mm-f5-6-3-vario-elmar-sl","title":"Leica 100-400mm f5-6.3 Vario-Elmar-SL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400 f\/5-6.3\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400 f\/5-6.3 offers the widest zoom range of the SL-System and combines highend technology with all the advantages of a particularly compact and lightweight design. Its range of applications is extremely versatile. Above all, it shines in nature, wildlife, sports and action photography. It is characterised by its high performance and high image quality over the entire zoom and aperture range.\u003cbr\u003eAs an additional option, the new Leica Extender L 1.4x extends the focal length of the Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400 f\/5-6.3 even further to a range of 140-560mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"30\"\u003eWhat Our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"103\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"103\"\u003eVersatile \u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"86\"\u003eLeica 100–400 mm f\/5–6.3 Vario‑Elmar‑SL\u003c\/strong\u003e telephoto zoom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"168\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"168\"\u003eExceptional reach for wildlife, sports, and distant subjects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"231\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"231\"\u003eHigh‑performance optics with strong sharpness and contrast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"298\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"298\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"266\"\u003eLeica SL‑series\u003c\/strong\u003e full‑frame mirrorless cameras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"357\"\u003eSmooth autofocus and robust build for professional use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eProduct Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"475\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"475\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"423\"\u003eWhat focal range does this lens cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"426\"\u003e100–400 mm — great for telephoto flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"565\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eWhat is the aperture range?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"512\"\u003ef\/5–6.3 — balanced for reach and manageable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eIs it weather‑sealed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eYes — built to withstand outdoor shooting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"740\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eWhat systems is it for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eLeica \u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eL‑mount\u003c\/strong\u003e on SL‑series mirrorless cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eIs autofocus supported?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eYes — fast and accurate AF on compatible bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eClean front and rear elements with a soft microfiber cloth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"972\"\u003eUse a lens hood to reduce flare and protect the glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eStore in a dry, padded case when not in use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eAvoid touching optics with bare fingers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eKeep caps on when the lens is off the camera body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Leica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54162621071644,"sku":"1334745","price":2455.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/0622\/4924\/files\/1334745-00_11.jpg?v=1780150706","url":"https:\/\/www.mybackyardzone.com\/products\/leica-100-400mm-f5-6-3-vario-elmar-sl","provider":"Backup Power Made Simple","version":"1.0","type":"link"}