Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH
Announced September 2, 2015
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH is a sharp, lightweight prime lens that offers excellent value for Micro Four Thirds photographers. While it lacks weather sealing and optical stabilization, its fast autofocus and affordable price make it a highly recommended addition to any kit.
Weighted from 14 reviewer scores
Pros
- Sharp image quality across the frame even at wide apertures
- Fast, silent, and accurate autofocus performance
- Minimal distortion and well-controlled chromatic aberration
- Compact, lightweight, and portable build
- Affordable pricing with a high performance-to-cost ratio
Cons
- Lacks weather sealing and optical image stabilization
- Susceptibility to flare and ghosting when shooting into bright light
- Noticeable vignetting at wide apertures
- Inconsistencies with manual focusing and focus accuracy
- Inconvenient lens hood attachment process
- Launch price $249 (USD)
- Focal length & aperture 25mm f/1.7
- Mount & coverage Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
- Stabilization None
- Close focus 25 cm (0.14x)
- Filter thread 46mm
- Autofocus motor Stepper motor
- Weight & size 125g (4.4 oz) · 60.8 x 52 mm (2.39 x 2.05 in)
What the Reviewers Say
All 14 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- DPReview 83/100
The Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH is a great choice for Micro Four Thirds shooters u2013 especially those with Panasonic bodies u2013 looking to score a well-priced, capable prime lens.
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[T]he Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 Asph [...] can be heartily recommended.
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[G]ood price/quality and price/performance ratio. performance against bright light on stopping down leaves a lot to be desired.
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Much of the performance of this lens is exemplary, especially considering the modest cost. The only real drawback is the susceptibility to flare, which is very evident in shots taken into the light. If this can be accepted then the lens is without doubt an excellent proposition.
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The Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH is a very good standard lens at a very affordable price, making it a must-have purchase if you don't already have a 50mm equivalent lens in your kit-bag.
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It’s decently sharp, handles well, and focuses quickly and silently.
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If you are just starting to build up a collection of Micro Four Thirds primes for your Olympus or Lumix camera and don’t wish to invest too much money, you really cannot go wrong with the Lumix 25mm f/1.7.
- Photo Review 9/10
Panasonic’s 25mm f/1.7 ASPH is an excellent performer that is very keenly priced. If you’re looking for a fast standard prime lens for a Micro Four Thirds format camera, it comes highly recommended.
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The 25mm f/1.7 is a solid lens. It’s rather sharp and has good bokeh in most situations. Chromatic aberration is well controlled and color and contrast are quite nice. Focus is also exceptionally fast and relatively quiet.
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For conclusion, I think Panasonic made really good lens. There is not a single aspect where it performs less than expected; at this price point it deserves recommendation.
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In terms of price, quality and performance, I'm a huge fan of this lens.
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If you have a standard zoom or especially a super zoom, it's hard to think of a more useful second lens than this, and as the 25mm component of a classic wide-angle, standard, short tele prime set, it is a shrewd choice.
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I don't know man, to me what I was looking for in my newb days was something like the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH that we've been talking about in this video, something that's basically the same price but much more useful in my opinion.
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Hope you learned something about it, and my main point with this video, I want you to realize you don't need to spend $1,200 on a lens to get great images.
