Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8 vs Panasonic LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6
Key Differences
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8 has a better min focus distance (25 cm vs 90 cm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8 has a better length (35.5mm vs 90.4mm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8 has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/4).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 17mm f/1.8 has a better weight (120g (4.2 oz) vs 210g (7.4 oz)).
- Panasonic LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 has a better max magnification (0.17x vs 0.09x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 17mm | 45-175mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 9 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 6 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 34-34mm | 90-350mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 25 cm | 90 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.09x | 0.17x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | Yes |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $399 | $399 |
| Filter Size | 46mm | 52mm |
| Diameter | 57.5mm | 61.6mm |
| Length | 35.5mm | 90.4mm |
| Weight | 120g (4.2 oz) | 210g (7.4 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
