Is the Panasonic Summilux DG 25mm a good lens?
Summary Panasonic’s Leica Summilux DG 25mm f1.4 is a high quality standard prime lens with an effective focal length of 50mm. It’s the second Leica-branded lens from Panasonic for Micro Four Thirds, and like the 45mm f2.8 macro before it, Leica designs the optics and Panasonic manufactures it in Japan.
Should I get the 20mm or 25mm for video?
The 25 mm f1.4, launched in the same generation of lens design as the 20mm, has the same noise issue with video focusing. For stills I’d still take the 20mm.
What is the difference between 25mm and 20mm lenses?
But I would suggest to choose based on the focal lengths. 20mm is very different from 25mm, especially in case of the 25mm f1.7, which is the narrowest out of the 25mm lenses for mft (because they differ a bit, despite the same nominal focal length). The 20mm is a wideish lens – not really wide, but kind of. Many find it a bit strange.
Where to buy a Leica 25mm lens?
Check prices on the Leica 25mm f1.4 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama, or Wex. Alternatively get yourself a copy of my In Camera book or treat me to a coffee! Thanks! The Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 25mm f1.4 is a standard lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras, including Panasonic Lumix G, Olympus PEN and Olympus OMD models.
What is the bokeh rating of the Leica DG Summilux 25mm?
TheLeica DG Summilux 25mm f/1.4 ASPH has a closest focusing distance of 0.3m / 0.98ft and a maximum 0.11x magnification rating. Bokeh is a word used for the out-of-focus areas of a photograph, and is usually described in qualitative terms, such as smooth / creamy / harsh etc.
Is the Panasonic DG Vario-Summilux 25-50mm weatherproof?
The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Summilux 25-50mm F1.7 ASPH has a lens mount is, thankfully, made of metal. The lens also boasts a dust and splash-proof design and is even freeze-proof down to -10C, although Panasonic stops short of calling it fully weatherproof.
Is the Panasonic DG Summilux worth the Leica branding?
The Panasonic Leica DG Summilux f/1.4 ASPH is a very sharp, contrasty optic, worthy of the Leica branding applied. Leica DG Summilux f/1.4 25mm ASPH.
What kind of sensor is in the Leica DG Summilux 25mm?
In addition to the large F1.4 aperture, the new LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm / F1.4 II ASPH. (H-XA025) features splash- and dust-resistant* construction for heavy field use and is compatible with max. 240 fps sensor drive for high-speed AF.