Panasonic-Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 ASPH OIS

Panasonic-Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2

Lens Summary

Brand: Panasonic

Also Known As: Panasonic 42.5mm f/1.2

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Micro Four Thirds

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Micro Four Thirds

Release Date: 2014-01-06

MSRP Price: $1599.99

Made in: Japan

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: The Panasonic Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm / F1.2 ASPH. / Power O.I.S is a fast, stabilized portrait lens for the Micro Four Thirds system. The F1.2 maximum aperture makes it the brightest autofocus lens for the system and offers good control over depth-of-field for portrait work. It also offers low-light capability, supported by a Power O.I.S stabilization system that's been optimized to correct for the larger movements that are likely to occur during longer exposures. The lens features a complex 14 element/11 group design and includes a nano-scale coating to reduce flare and ghosting.


Panasonic-Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 ASPH OIS Specifications

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypePrime Lens
Focal Length42.5mm
Mount TypeMicro Four Thirds
FormatMicro Four Thirds
Compatible Format(s)Micro Four Thirds
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.1x
MegaOIS / PowerOIS (Image Stabilization)Yes
Aperture Information
Aperture RingYes
Maximim Aperturef/1.2
Minimum Aperturef/16
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)29°
Optical Information
Lens Elements14
Lens Groups11
Diaphragm Blades9 (Rounded)
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements1
Special Glass ElementsOne Ultra High Refractive Index Element
Aspherical Elements2
Nano Surface CoatingYes
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorNo
Silent Wave / UltraSonic MotorYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.5m / 1.64ft
Filter Information
Filter Size67mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
DimensionsApprox. 2.91 x 3.03
Weight14.99 oz (425 g)
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied AccessoriesLens cap, Lens hood, Lens rear cap, Lens storage bag

Lens Construction

Panasonic-Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 Lens Construction

MTF Chart

Panasonic-Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 MTF Chart

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