Lens Details
Panasonic
LEICA DG NOCTICRON 42.5mm f/1.2
$599~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: November 15, 2013
Highlights
- A 42mm f/1.2 portrait prime for Micro Four Thirds — a versatile everyday option.
- A fast f/1.2 maximum aperture gives smooth background blur and excellent low-light reach.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is relatively compact at 425g.
Who it's for
The Panasonic LEICA DG NOCTICRON 42.5mm f/1.2 is a 42mm f/1.2 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.2 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
42mm
Focal Length
f/1.2
Max Aperture
Micro Four Thirds
Coverage
○
Stabilized
425g
Weight
67mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 42mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 11 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | 29° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 85-85mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 50 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $599 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Diameter | 74mm |
| Length | 73mm |
| Weight | 425g (15.0 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
