Panasonic Introduces New MFT Lenses, Including a Cheaper 25mm f/1.7
Besides the V-Log update for the Panasonic GH4, the company also announced a few new lenses to add their arsenal of Micro 4/3 glass.
These lenses include the Lumix G 25mm f/1.7, the Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II, and matte black versions of the $700 Lumix G Vario 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 and $300 Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6. Here is a little more info on the new lenses.
Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens
- Micro Four Thirds System Lens
- 50mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/1.7 to f/22
- One Ultra-High Refractive Index Element
- Two Aspherical Elements
- Stepping AF Motor
- Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm
- Filter: 46mm
- Weight: 4.4 Ounces
- Price: $300
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens
- Micro Four Thirds System Lens
- 28-84mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22
- Two Aspherical Elements
- MEGA Optical Image Stabilization
- Supports Lumix Dual I.S. Feature
- Compact Design Measures 1.9" Long
- Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm
- Filter: 46mm
- Weight: 3.88 Ounces
- Price: $250
All of these lenses are available to pre-order right now, but should be shipping very soon. For more info, check out this page over on B&H.
Lumix G Vario 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II