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Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 ASPH. H-X012 camcorder lens
A 24mm equivalent wide-angle prime for Micro Four Thirds with a bright f/1.4 aperture, aspherical and ED elements, and weather-resistant metal construction
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- Bright f/1.4 aperture excels in low light
- 24 mm equivalent wide angle for Micro Four Thirds
- Two aspherical plus three ED/UED elements reduce aberrations
- Weather-resistant all-metal build handles tough conditions
- Quiet autofocus motor suits both stills and video
Wide 24mm equivalent for Micro Four Thirds
This Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 ASPH. lens delivers a 24mm field of view on Micro Four Thirds cameras. The bright f/1.4 maximum aperture suits low-light shooting and gives strong control over depth of field. Its all-metal, weather-resistant build handles demanding environments. A quiet autofocus motor and manual focus switch support both stills and video work.
Optical performance at wide apertures
Two aspherical elements, two ultra extra-low dispersion elements and one extra-low dispersion element correct spherical and chromatic aberrations across the frame. Sharpness and clarity remain high from centre to edge even at f/1.4. The nine-blade rounded diaphragm produces smooth background rendition. The lens maintains consistent rendering when stopped down toward f/16.
Micro Four Thirds system constraints
The 12mm focal length covers the Micro Four Thirds image circle only; it does not fill larger sensor formats. Autofocus speed and accuracy depend on the camera body’s contrast-detection or phase-detection implementation. The f/1.4 to f/16 aperture range limits exposure control in extremely bright conditions without neutral density filtration. Weather resistance protects against splashes and dust but not immersion.
Highlights
- Bright f/1.4 aperture excels in low light
- 24 mm equivalent wide angle for Micro Four Thirds
- Two aspherical plus three ED/UED elements reduce aberrations
- Weather-resistant all-metal build handles tough conditions
- Quiet autofocus motor suits both stills and video
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How loud is the autofocus motor on the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 during extended video recording?
The lens uses a smooth and quiet autofocus motor designed for both stills and video, keeping operational noise minimal during long sessions.
Which camera mount does the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 require to function?
It is built for the Micro Four Thirds system, so a camera body with that mount is needed for attachment and electronic communication.
Will the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 cover the sensor of an older Four Thirds DSLR without vignetting?
No, the lens is designed for the Micro Four Thirds mirrorless mount and does not support the legacy Four Thirds DSLR flange distance.
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