Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8 vs Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7
The bottom line
There's a clear price gap: the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7 at $149 versus the OM System M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8 at $299. Check the differences below to see whether the pricier lens's advantages are ones you'll actually use.
Choose the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7 if…
- ✓You're on a budget — $149 vs $299 leaves more for other gear.
Where they differ
- ›Aperture: the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7 opens to f/1.7 vs the OM System M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8's f/1.8 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
- ›Price: the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7 is $149, $150 under the OM System M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8.
Frequently asked
Is the OM System M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8 or the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7 better?
There's a clear price gap: the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7 at $149 versus the OM System M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8 at $299. Check the differences below to see whether the pricier lens's advantages are ones you'll actually use.
Who should choose the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7?
Choose the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7 if you're on a budget — $149 vs $299 leaves more for other gear.
What is the main difference between the OM System M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8 and the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7?
Aperture: the Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm F1.7 opens to f/1.7 vs the OM System M.Zuiko Digital 25mm f/1.8's f/1.8 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 25mm | 25mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 9 | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 7 | 7 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.7 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | 47° | 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 50-50mm | 50-50mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 25 cm | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 0.1x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $299 | $149 |
| Filter Size | 46mm | 46mm |
| Diameter | 57.8mm | 60.8mm |
| Length | 42mm | 52.5mm |
| Weight | 137g (4.8 oz) | 125g (4.4 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
