Testseek.com have collected 15 expert reviews of the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm/F1.4 ASPH and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm/F1.4 ASPH.
November 2016
(85%)
15 Reviews
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With its fine optics and robust metal construction, theres a lot to like about the Summilux 12mm f/1.4 Asph. Its fast maximum aperture should please Micro Four Thirds users who like to shoot in low light, while its robust dust and splash-proof constructi...
DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 ASPH. lens is an excellent performer, although a bit on the pricey side, particularly when compared with the Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH. lens. But when build quality is taken into account, it represents decent value.The fastest 12mm le...
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Published: 2016-06-15, Author: Gordon , review by: cameralabs.com
Sharp into the corners even with the aperture wide-open, Bright f1.4 focal ratio is a stop faster than rival primes, Reasonably close focusing distance good for mild macro, Splash and dust proof construction
Larger, heavier and more expensive than rival 12mm primes, No optical stabilisation – requires stabilised bodies to iron-out wobbles, Aperture ring only works on Lumix bodies. Not supported on Olympus bodies, Continue: In depth
The Leica Summilux 12mm f1.4 is a high-end lens for Micro Four Thirds bodies on which it delivers the classic 24mm coverage. Olympus and Samyang offer cheaper - not to mention smaller and lighter - 12mm prime lenses, but the Summilux is a stop brighter, s...
