Characterized by its sleek, yet durable build, the red Iberit 90mm f/2.4 from Kipon is a short telephoto prime designed for Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras. It uses a simple four elements in four groups optical design to render imagery with a classic quality, and its precise manual focus control affords working with subjects as close as 2.3' away. The all-metal construction realizes a rugged physical design, and the lens barrel's exterior also incorporates both depth of field and focusing distance scales for more accurate focus control.

Leica M-Mount Lens    Aperture Range: f/2.4 to f/16    Manual Focus Design    Depth of Field and Focus Distance Scales    Minimum Focusing Distance: 2.3'    Durable All-Metal Construction    Ten-Blade Diaphragm

Portrait-length prime is designed for full-frame and 35mm Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras.

Simple four elements, four groups optical design provides a classic image quality that is also well-suited to use on current image sensors.

Manual focus design permits working with subjects as close as 2.3' away.

Engraved focus distance and depth of field scales benefit working with pre-focus and hyperfocal focusing techniques.

Ten diaphragm blades contribute to a pleasing bokeh quality.

All-metal construction realizes a physically durable design that is also lightweight and easy to handle.

Focus ring has a 90° throw, and the aperture ring has an 88° angle of rotation.

Exterior diameter of 58mm is consistent throughout the entire Iberit lens lineup.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this lens rangefinder coupled?

A: The KIPON Iberit 24mm f/2.4 Lens for Leica M (Black) is rangefinder-coupled.

Q: 2. I know they are not encoded... many I have seen have the engraved spaces on the mount and I want to confirm that this specific lens has the engraved spaces so I can put in the code myself?

A: According to the manufacturer, the KIPON Iberit 24mm f/2.4 Lens for Leica M (as well as all of their Leica M-mount lenses) already feature the 6-bit engraved spacing; they simply require you to paint the proper code onto the lens mount flange.

Q: 3. Does this lens work with the R series focus assist feature (the little matching arrows one, not talking about focus peaking)?

A: This lens has no mechanical or electronic link to the camera. You have to manually focus untill the image looks sharp. in the view finder via the cameras dual pixel system.

Q: 4. Would you recommend this lens for filmmaking?

A: Yes, it would be good for that. It features smooth focusing operation and the same size barrel as other lenses in this line. That means you can easily swap it out with other lenses when using a follow focus without having to adjust the height of the camera's baseplate. Of course, this lens would be just one part of a multi-part rig for all of that, but its design does make it a convenient option if you intend to use it with a follow focus system.

Q: 5. Is a lens hood included? The list for what's in the box do not include a hood. However, the reviews on YouTube show a hood on the review unit. The hood looks to be lens specific. Thanks!

A: Unfortunately not. The KIPON Iberit 75mm f/2.4 Lens for FUJIFILM X does not currently come with the lens hood.

Q: 6. does this lens correctly use the Nikon Z camera's in-focus indicator as well as trigger and accurately function with the Focus Peaking feature?

A: The KIPON Elegant 90mm f/2.4 Lens for Nikon Z is manual focus but it is compatible with the manual focusing assist features (such as focus peaking) in the Nikon Z cameras.

Q: 7. Does this lens come with the bayonet lens hood or case?

A: No, i'm sorry but the lens does not come with a hood or case.

Q: 8. does this fit the leica m8?

A: Yes.

Q: 9. does this lens have the 6-bit engraving on it's mount?

A: The Kipon M mount lenses do not have the encoding.

Q: 10. What are the dimensions of this lens for the leica l mount?

A: The KIPON Iberit 35mm f/2.4 Lens for Leica L is approxemelty 35mm long. And the diameter is 58mm.