Panasonic Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH OIS
This is a prime lens for Micro Four Thirds, covering 42.5 mm (85 mm equivalent) and a maximum aperture of f/1.2. Released in 2014, it weighs 425 g and includes optical stabilization. That combination suits low-light photography.
It is a premium short telephoto prime lens designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras, offering an 85mm equivalent focal length. Its ultra-fast f/1.2 maximum aperture allows for exceptional low-light performance and the creation of beautiful, shallow depth-of-field effects, making it ideal for portrait photography. The lens incorporates optical image stabilization (POWER O.I.S.) to minimize camera shake, ensuring sharp images even in challenging lighting conditions. Its optical design includes aspherical, extra-low dispersion (ED), and ultra-high refractive index (UHR) elements to reduce aberrations and deliver outstanding image quality. The 9-blade circular diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh effect, enhancing the aesthetic quality of out-of-focus areas.
- f/1.2
- Aperture
- 42.5mm
- Focal
- 425 g
- Weight
- Jan 2014
- Released
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Specification
- Lens type
- Short telephoto prime lens
- Max Format size
- Micro Four Thirds
- Focal length
- 42.5 mm (85 mm equivalent)
- Image stabilization
- Yes (POWER O.I.S.)
- Lens mount
- Micro Four Thirds
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.2
- Minimum aperture
- f/16
- Aperture ring
- Yes
- Number of diaphragm blades
- 9 (circular)
- Optical construction
- 14 elements in 11 groups (includes 2 aspherical, 1 ED, and 1 UHR elements)
- Minimum focusing distance
- 0.5 m (19.69 inches)
- Maximum magnification
- 0.1x (0.2x 35mm equivalent)
- Filter size
- 67 mm
- Dimensions
- 74 mm (diameter) x 76.8 mm (length)
- Weight
- 425 g (15.0 oz)
- Weather sealing
- No
- Usage
- portrait, lowlight
Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 4.3% of the frame width
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