Introducing the Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S., a standard portrait-length prime lens designed for the Micro Four Thirds system of mirrorless cameras. With its 85mm-equivalent focal length, this lens is optimized for capturing stunning portraits. The optical design incorporates one aspherical element, effectively controlling spherical aberrations and distortions to deliver enhanced sharpness and accurate rendering. Its wide f/1.7 maximum aperture is particularly advantageous for creating images with selective focus and excels in low-light conditions. Additionally, the rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth bokeh effect, perfect for achieving pleasing out-of-focus backgrounds in both photos and videos with shallow depth of field.
The lens features a fast stepping AF motor and an internal focus design, ensuring smooth, quiet, and responsive autofocus performance for effortless handling. The POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) further enhances the lens’s versatility by compensating for camera shake, resulting in sharper images when shooting handheld.
Key Features:
– Prime lens with a 42.5mm focal length, providing an 85mm equivalent focal length on Micro Four Thirds cameras.
– Wide f/1.7 maximum aperture offers precise control over focus position and excels in challenging lighting conditions.
– Incorporation of one aspherical element contributes to reduced spherical aberrations, resulting in enhanced sharpness and clarity.
– Stepping AF motor and internal focus design ensure smooth, quiet, and precise autofocus performance, capable of a 240 fps signal transfer rate for swift and responsive usage.
– POWER O.I.S. effectively minimizes the appearance of camera shake, delivering sharper images when shooting handheld.
– The rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth and pleasing bokeh effect when employing selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques.
– The lens barrel and bayonet mount are constructed from durable all-metal materials, offering robustness and rigidity for long-lasting use.