Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 Black Lens

Key Features

• HD Video Support
• 8 elements in 7 groups
• Two AS and 1 UHR
• The lens is very small and lightweight for a standard lens offering 35mm equivalent focal range of 50mm.
• It also features a unique Nano Surface Coating to minimise ghosting and flare. This ensures you have a good image output in bright, shooting conditions.
• For all the features it is packed with, it is relatively inexpensive as compared to other lenses in this range.

With its advanced features and high-quality, the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 Black Lens is indeed one of the best lenses out there. Its sturdy build, simple layout and impressive optics make this lens stand out from the whole range of competitor lenses out there.

This lens delivers a great degree of sharpness even at full aperture. Perfectly compatible with Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, it has lightning-fast autofocus and delivers marvelous image quality in all shooting conditions. It is compact, lightweight and apt for outdoor usage. It has a great lens construction incorporated with just enough aspherical elements to deliver aberration-free, clear and bright imagery.

Although it is not a macro lens, the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 Black Lens works amazingly for close-up shots, delivering great results in terms of image quality.

Sharp and True Imaging

The Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 Black Lens comprises of 9 elements arranged in 7 groups. These are inclusive of two aspherical elements and one ultra-high-refractive-index element. All of these elements contribute to minimising the effect of chromatic aberrations and distortion on the image output.

The 25mm focal length this lens offers is equivalent to a 50mm on a 35mm format camera. It provides a close focusing distance of 0.25m. This is indeed a unique feature, considering the usual 0.45m offered by standard 50mm lenses. The lens offers a bright maximum aperture of f/1.7, allowing you to comfortably shoot in low lighting conditions with a depth of field control. The rounded diaphragm results in a fairly smooth, creamy bokeh.

Fast Autofocus

The lens is equipped with a stepping motor that delivers fast, accurate and near-silent autofocus performance, thus providing the best quality image and video output. When working with a shallow depth of field technique, the camera produces smooth out-of-focus images. This is made possible due to the presence of the rounded, seven-blade diaphragm in the lens. The lens weighs just 125g, measuring 52mm in length. It is made of plastic and has a metal mount, allowing it to be durable enough for outdoor usage.

Our expert's opinion

The lens is technologically advanced and equipped with features that allow you to experiment and explore your creativity. The Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 Black Lens is suitable for architectural and landscape photography. It also delivers excellent close-up shots so that you can make use of this lens for macro photography, too. An all-rounder, this lens from Panasonic ticks off all the right boxes with its marvellous features packed in a super sleek body. If you’re looking for a lens in the 25mm category, we’re sure this one will not disappoint. After all, it is the best one in the range!