Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 vs Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm f/1.7
Key Differences
- Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm f/1.7 has a better maximum aperture (f/1.7 vs f/4).
- Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm f/1.7 has a better weight (115g (4.1 oz) vs 155g (5.5 oz)).
- Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm f/1.7 has a better length (36mm vs 43.5mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 9-18mm | 15mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 14 | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 7 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | 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 | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 18-36mm | 30-30mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 20 cm | 20 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 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) | $499 | $499 |
| Filter Size | − | 46mm |
| Diameter | 56.6mm | 57.5mm |
| Length | 43.5mm | 36mm |
| Weight | 155g (5.5 oz) | 115g (4.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
