Lens Comparison
Panasonic LEICA DG NOCTICRON 42.5mm f/1.2 vs Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm f/1.4 ASPH.
Key Differences
- Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm f/1.4 ASPH. has a better weight (200g (7.1 oz) vs 425g (15.0 oz)).
- Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm f/1.4 ASPH. has a better min focus distance (30 cm vs 50 cm).
- Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm f/1.4 ASPH. has a better length (50mm vs 73mm).
- Panasonic LEICA DG NOCTICRON 42.5mm f/1.2 has a better maximum aperture (f/1.2 vs f/1.4).
- Panasonic LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm f/1.4 ASPH. has a better max magnification (0.11x vs 0.1x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 42mm | 25mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 14 | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 11 | 7 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 85-85mm | 50-50mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 50 cm | 30 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 0.11x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $599 | $599 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 46mm |
| Diameter | 74mm | 60.4mm |
| Length | 73mm | 50mm |
| Weight | 425g (15.0 oz) | 200g (7.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |






