The Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 25mm f/1.4 II is a Panasonic 25mm prime for Micro Four Thirds, released in 2017. It covers 50mm in full-frame terms at a maximum aperture of f/1.4. It offers a 195g build.
Best for: Portraits, events, and low-light shooting
Pros
- Wide f/1.4 aperture for low-light and subject separation
- Compact and light build
Cons
- Not weather sealed
What this lens is good for
Everyday and low light
The 50mm full-frame equivalent is the most versatile single focal length, and at f/1.4 with Leica rendering this updated lens handles everything from low-light interiors to portraits. At 195g it is far lighter than the PRO f/1.2 options while keeping a fast aperture.
Portraits and detail
The fast f/1.4 aperture gives pleasing subject separation for half-body and environmental portraits, and the smooth out-of-focus rendering is the reason the Summilux line is well regarded. A balanced choice for anyone wanting a fast normal prime without the size of the f/1.2 lenses.
Specifications
| Lens | |
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Type | prime |
| Status | current |
| Released | 2017-09 |
| Mount | mft |
| Optics | |
| Focal length | 25mm |
| FF equivalent | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 |
| Min aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture blades | 7 |
| Elements / Groups | 9 / 7 |
| Focus | |
| Autofocus | Stepping Motor |
| MF override | Yes |
| Min focus distance | 0.3m |
| Max magnification | 0.11x |
| Stabilisation | |
| OIS | No |
| Dual IS compatible | No |
| Physical | |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Filter size | 46mm |
| Weight | 195g |
| Dimensions | 54.5mm length x 63.4mm diameter |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $597 USD |