Leica CL: what each focal length frames
The Leica CL has a 1.5x crop factor (APS-C sensor), so a lens frames like its focal length times 1.5x on full frame. A 50 mm lens on the Leica CL frames like 75 mm on full frame.
Lens mount: L-Mount.
Compare focal lengths on the Leica CL over a photo
How the frames nest on the Leica CL
Focal length table for the Leica CL
| Focal length | Full-frame equivalent | Horizontal angle | Vertical angle | Diagonal angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 mm | 21 mm | 81.2° | 59.5° | 91.7° |
| 16 mm | 24 mm | 73.7° | 53.1° | 84.1° |
| 18 mm | 27 mm | 67.4° | 47.9° | 77.4° |
| 20 mm | 30 mm | 61.9° | 43.6° | 71.6° |
| 24 mm | 36 mm | 53.1° | 36.9° | 62.0° |
| 28 mm | 42 mm | 46.4° | 31.9° | 54.5° |
| 35 mm | 52 mm | 37.8° | 25.8° | 44.8° |
| 40 mm | 60 mm | 33.4° | 22.6° | 39.7° |
| 50 mm | 75 mm | 27.0° | 18.2° | 32.2° |
| 70 mm | 105 mm | 19.5° | 13.0° | 23.3° |
| 85 mm | 128 mm | 16.1° | 10.8° | 19.3° |
| 100 mm | 150 mm | 13.7° | 9.1° | 16.4° |
| 135 mm | 202 mm | 10.2° | 6.8° | 12.2° |
| 200 mm | 300 mm | 6.9° | 4.6° | 8.2° |
| 300 mm | 450 mm | 4.6° | 3.1° | 5.5° |
Classic full-frame looks on the Leica CL
To get the framing a full-frame shooter means by these focal lengths, use these on the Leica CL:
- To frame like 24 mm on full frame, use 16 mm on the Leica CL.
- To frame like 35 mm on full frame, use 23 mm on the Leica CL.
- To frame like 50 mm on full frame, use 33 mm on the Leica CL.
- To frame like 85 mm on full frame, use 57 mm on the Leica CL.
- To frame like 135 mm on full frame, use 90 mm on the Leica CL.
What each lens covers at a distance on the Leica CL
Width x height of the scene each focal length captures on the Leica CL, held horizontally. Close up, real lenses frame a little tighter than this.
| Focal length | At 1 m | At 2 m | At 3 m | At 5 m | At 10 m |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 mm | 1.0 × 0.7 m | 2.0 × 1.3 m | 3.0 × 2.0 m | 5.0 × 3.3 m | 10.0 × 6.7 m |
| 35 mm | 0.7 × 0.5 m | 1.4 × 0.9 m | 2.1 × 1.4 m | 3.4 × 2.3 m | 6.9 × 4.6 m |
| 50 mm | 0.5 × 0.3 m | 1.0 × 0.6 m | 1.4 × 1.0 m | 2.4 × 1.6 m | 4.8 × 3.2 m |
| 85 mm | 0.3 × 0.2 m | 0.6 × 0.4 m | 0.8 × 0.6 m | 1.4 × 0.9 m | 2.8 × 1.9 m |
| 135 mm | 0.2 × 0.1 m | 0.4 × 0.2 m | 0.5 × 0.4 m | 0.9 × 0.6 m | 1.8 × 1.2 m |
Portrait distances on the Leica CL
How far to stand from the subject with the Leica CL held vertically, so the subject fills 90% of the frame height. Full body means a 1.8 m person, head and shoulders about 0.5 m.
- With 35 mm on the Leica CL: about 2.9 m (9.6 ft) for a full-body portrait, 0.8 m (2.7 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 50 mm on the Leica CL: about 4.2 m (14 ft) for a full-body portrait, 1.2 m (3.8 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 85 mm on the Leica CL: about 7.1 m (23 ft) for a full-body portrait, 2.0 m (6.5 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 135 mm on the Leica CL: about 11.2 m (37 ft) for a full-body portrait, 3.1 m (10 ft) for head and shoulders.
Questions
What does a 50 mm lens look like on the Leica CL?
It frames like 75 mm on full frame, with a horizontal angle of view of 27.0°.
Which lens gives a 50 mm full-frame look on the Leica CL?
A lens of about 33 mm. It frames like 50 mm on full frame.
How far do I stand for a full-body portrait with an 85 mm lens on the Leica CL?
About 7.1 m (23 ft) from the subject, with the camera held vertically. That fits a 1.8 m person in 90% of the frame height. For head and shoulders, stand about 2.0 m (6.5 ft) away.
How much does a 35 mm lens cover at 3 m on the Leica CL?
About 2.1 × 1.4 m, width by height, with the camera held horizontally. At 10 m it covers about 6.9 × 4.6 m.
Can I see these focal lengths on the Leica CL before buying a lens?
Yes. Prospekt for iPhone has the Leica CL built in. Pick it, choose a focal length and point your phone to see the framing live.
Other cameras with the same sensor size
Sony A6700, Sony A6400, Sony ZV-E10 II, Nikon Z50 II, Nikon Z50, Nikon Zfc, Fujifilm X-T5, Fujifilm X-H2S, Fujifilm X-H2, Fujifilm X-S20, Fujifilm X-T30 II, Leica TL2, Pentax K-3 III, Pentax KF