Is the leica apo summicron sl 75mm f 2 asph good for portraits?

Yes, I think the 75mm is a good portrait lens. On full frame it's exactly 75mm, a classic portrait length that lets you isolate your subject without distorting faces. The f/2 maximum gives soft backgrounds and works well in dim window light. On APS-C it frames like 112mm, which is a bit long for most portraits but still workable.

It's an autofocus prime with no stabilisation, so keep your shutter speed up. It fits most of the Leica SL line, such as the Leica SL3, and the Panasonic Lumix S5 II if you're on L-Mount with another body.

If you want a wider look, the site also lists the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH and the 90mm f/2. Whichever you choose, remember that light beats gear. Face a window and expose for the face.

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