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Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens

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Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens
Key Features
  • Micro Four Thirds System
  • 85mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/1.7 to f/22
  • One Aspherical Element
A standard portrait-length prime, the Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. from Panasonic is an 85mm-equivalent lens designed for the Micro Four Thirds system of mirrorless cameras. One aspherical element is incorporated within the optical design, which helps to control spherical aberrations and distortions for enhanced sharpness and accurate rendering. The f/1.7 maximum aperture is particularly beneficial for selective focus imagery, and also aids shooting in low-light conditions. Further cementing its place as a versatile tool for portraiture, the rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when making shallow depth of field photos and movies.
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Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 Overview

A standard portrait-length prime, the Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. from Panasonic is an 85mm-equivalent lens designed for the Micro Four Thirds system of mirrorless cameras. One aspherical element is incorporated within the optical design, which helps to control spherical aberrations and distortions for enhanced sharpness and accurate rendering. The f/1.7 maximum aperture is particularly beneficial for selective focus imagery, and also aids shooting in low-light conditions. Further cementing its place as a versatile tool for portraiture, the rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when making shallow depth of field photos and movies.

Complementing the optical attributes is a fast stepping AF motor and internal focus design, which provides smooth, quiet, and responsive focusing performance for intuitive handling. The POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) also benefits hand-held use by compensating for the effect of camera shake for sharper imagery.

Prime 42.5mm portrait-length lens provides an 85mm equivalent focal length with Micro Four Thirds cameras.
Fast f/1.7 maximum aperture enables extensive control over focus position and also benefits working in difficult lighting conditions.
One aspherical element helps to reduce spherical aberrations for greater sharpness and clarity.
Stepping AF motor and internal focus design provides smooth and quiet focusing performance and functions at a 240 fps signal transfer rate for fast, responsive use.
POWER O.I.S. minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper hand-held shooting.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when working with selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques.
All-metal lens barrel and bayonet mount offers durability and rigidity.
UPC: 885170238008

Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 Specs

Focal Length
42.5mm (35mm Equivalent: 85mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/1.7
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Lens Format Coverage
Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View
29°
Minimum Focus Distance
1.02' / 31 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.2x
Optical Design
10 Elements in 8 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
37 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.17 x 1.97" / 55 x 50 mm
Weight
4.59 oz / 130 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.48 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.45 x 3.3 x 3.2"

Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 Reviews

Tiny Lens, Great Photos!

By Timothy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-11

I was very surprised when this lens arrived in the mail. It was so small! I thought to myself, surely this isn't the right lens. Don't get me wrong, the reason I love the Micro 4/3's system is because it's small, but even still, this lens on my LUMIX GX8 feels so small. And I love it! Portability is amazing for this little guy. Auto-focus is lightening fast. And the focus ring for manual focus is smooth as butter. This is a great lens to add to your collection. 100% recommended!

One of my favorite new lenses

By Andrew
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-22

I'm fairly new to the world of prosumer cameras. I started my videography/photography journey with an iPhone. Last year, I made the switch to the GH6 and I recently bought this lens for a client shoot. First of all, I love how compact this thing is. It fits in the palm of my hand (no joke). It is incredibly sharp and I love the look of the f1.7 aperture. I still have a lot to learn on this journey, but I think this lens is going to make it fun!

It's an OK zoom lens.

By Duron
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-18

It's an OK zoom lens. I would prefer something with a lower apeture.

Nice portrait lens

By Keith
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-14

Bought this lens for portraits. Nice images. Good addition to my kit.

Checks all the boxes

By Joseph
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-01

Small, light, fast focus, close focusing, Sharp. Comes with lens hood, case. Nice control over depth of field. Cons? Perhaps the tiny 37mm filters needed. Nothing a step up ring won't fix. Need a portrait lens for m4/3? Get this lens.

Nice portrait lens

By A Otto
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-21

A nice portrait lens

Powerful, Yet Tiny

By Timothy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-08-27

I was so astonished when I unpackaged this lens as to how small it was. Even though I was well aware that this is for a Micro 4/3 camera body, I was still surprised. That being said, this little guy is a work horse!!! I have been using this on my LUMIX DMC GX-8 and it's been wonderful. Having essentially an 80mm in such a small package is so liberating and portable. I love the Micro 4/3 system because it is so small. This 42.5mm is even smaller than my 12-35mm Kit lens (which I also love). The auto focus works lighting fast with the lenses, and the bokeh I'm getting is just *chef's kiss". I bought this lens used from B&H to save a few extra dollars, but I can say with confidence that this little guy is 100% worth the full price.

Realizes the Promise of Micro 4/3rds

By Lance
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-29

We like Micro 4/3rds because the lenses are typically smaller for the same field of view as full frame. This lens is the 4/3rds equivalent of an 85 mm portrait lenses for full frame. But this lens much smaller and lighter than any 85 mm FF lens It looks great on a Lumix GM5! I can hang it around my neck all day long without fatigue. And with image stabilization built into the lens, it makes up for the lack of focal plane stabilization in the GM5. And what a performer! My test shot was wide open, F/1.7 and I can't see any lateral color in the crop in this glinty high contrast image, just a tiny smidge at the pixel level. And what a price too! I would love to see Lumix make a prime lens like this for 75 or 100 mm. A 100 mm F/4 prime with OIS for GM5? I would buy that. Now if only Lumix would make their Micro 4/3rds cameras smaller too. I love the G9, but it's the same size or larger than most full frame cameras.

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Does this lens come with a hood? If not what is a high quality one I can purchase?
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Asked by: Anonymous
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Date published: 2019-08-08

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Will this lens focus underwater when used on camera in an underwater housing?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes it will focus.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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Why isn't the silver version available in the US? I see it available in Japan via Ebay.
Asked by: Renato C.
At this time, the manufacturer only distributes the black version to US retailers.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Is this weather sealed?

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Asked by: Jason
I'm sorry, no.
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Date published: 2020-08-10

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Can this lens fit on a Sony a5100 camera?
Asked by: chaim
No. This would only be suitable for Olympus, Panasonic, and MFT-mount cine cameras.
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Date published: 2021-05-06
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