A standard portrait-length prime, the Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH OIS Lensfrom Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH OIS Lensis an 85mm-equivalent lens designed for the Micro Four Thirds system of mirrorless cameras. One aspherical element is incorporated within the optical design, which helps to control spherical aberrations and distortions for enhanced sharpness and accurate rendering. The f/1.7 maximum aperture is particularly beneficial for selective focus imagery, and also aids shooting in low-light conditions. Further cementing its place as a versatile tool for portraiture, the rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when making shallow depth of field photos and movies.

Complementing the optical attributes is a fast stepping AF motor and internal focus design, which provides smooth, quiet, and responsive focusing performance for intuitive handling. The POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) also benefits hand-held use by compensating for the effect of camera shake for sharper imagery.

Micro Four Thirds System    85mm (35mm Equivalent)    Aperture Range: f/1.7 to f/22    One Aspherical Element    Stepping AF Motor, Internal Focus    POWER Optical Image Stabilizer    Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Prime 42.5mm portrait-length lens provides an 85mm equivalent focal length with Micro Four Thirds cameras.

Fast f/1.7 maximum aperture enables extensive control over focus position and also benefits working in difficult lighting conditions.

One aspherical element helps to reduce spherical aberrations for greater sharpness and clarity.

Stepping AF motor and internal focus design provides smooth and quiet focusing performance and functions at a 240 fps signal transfer rate for fast, responsive use.

POWER O.I.S. minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper hand-held shooting.

Rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when working with selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques.

All-metal lens barrel and bayonet mount offers durability and rigidity.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Why isn't the silver version available in the US? I see it available in Japan via Ebay.

A: At this time, the manufacturer only distributes the black version to US retailers.

Q: 2. Is this lens still made in Japan?

A: Yes, they are manufactured in Japan.

Q: 3. Would this lens work on the GX9?

A: Yes it is compatible with the GX9.

Q: 4. Can I use it on Olympus E-420? Will AF work?Thanks.

A: The Olympus E-420 has the four thirds mount while the Panasonic LUMIX G 20mm f/1.7 II ASPH. Lens has the micro four thirds mount. So this lens would not be compatible with the E-420. You could use the Olympus Zuiko Digital 25mm f/2.8 Lens on your E-420.

Q: 5. Is this the NEW 20mm F/1.7 or tee original/old issue?

A: This model is the latest version of this lens.

Q: 6. Is this lens good for macro photography?

A: For true macro, probably not the best solution. But this gorgeous lens does focus surprisingly close. So “close up” yes.

Q: 7. Does this lense have a metal mount? Manufactured in Japan or China?

A: Yes it does, and it's made in Japan. It's an excellent lens, and at 1.7 it compares very well to the Nocticron. I sold my Nocticron when I got this lens, it's that good.

Q: 8. Hi there. Recently bought this lens for a Panasonic G85. When using continuous autofocus the image wobbles but photos are tack sharp and OIS is working perfectly. Is this normal?

A: HiI use camera gx8,and no problem at all.

Q: 9. Can this lens fit on a Sony a5100 camera?

A: No. This would only be suitable for Olympus, Panasonic, and MFT-mount cine cameras.

Q: 10. Does this lens come with a hood? If not what is a high quality one I can purchase?

A: Yes; as indicated under the In The Box section on our website, Panasonic includes a lens hood with the lens purchase. The following items are listed on our website under the In The Box tab as included with the Panasonic LUMIX G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens:In the BoxPanasonic LUMIX G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. LensLens HoodFront Lens CapRear Lens CapLens Storage BagDecoration RingLimited 1-Year Warranty