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Black metal Micro Four Thirds wide-angle lens with silver Leica branding and 62mm filter thread

Panasonic

Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 ASPH Micro Four Thirds lens

SKU CH-0ED6-54B1Q

A 12 mm f/1.4 Micro Four Thirds prime offering a 24 mm equivalent view, bright aperture for low light and shallow depth of field, and a splash- and dust-resistant metal build

  • Bright f/1.4 aperture excels in low light and creates shallow depth of field
  • 12mm focal length gives 24mm equivalent wide-angle view for expansive scenes
  • Leica DG Summilux optics deliver exceptional sharpness and clarity for professional results
  • Metal barrel, mount and hood provide durable, splash- and dustproof construction
  • Bundle includes 62mm filter kit, cleaning tools, lens wrap and protective shade

Wide 12mm Prime for Micro Four Thirds

The Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12mm f/1.4 ASPH is a wide-angle prime lens designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. It provides a 24mm equivalent field of view on the 35mm format. The bright f/1.4 maximum aperture supports low-light shooting and shallow depth of field. Metal barrel and hood construction give a durable, professional feel.

Splash and Dust Resistant Construction

The lens mount, barrel and hood are built from metal and feature splash and dustproof sealing when paired with a compatible LUMIX G camera body. This weather resistance protects the optics during outdoor landscape or astrophotography sessions. No electronic cooling or power draw considerations apply to this passive optical instrument.

Consistent Optical Performance Under Extended Use

The optical formula maintains sharpness and clarity across the frame during prolonged shooting such as time-lapse sequences or video recording. Leica DG certification ensures stringent quality control for rendering point light sources like stars without distortion. The manual focus ring and aperture ring allow precise, repeatable control for sustained creative work.

Highlights

  • Bright f/1.4 aperture excels in low light and creates shallow depth of field
  • 12mm focal length gives 24mm equivalent wide-angle view for expansive scenes
  • Leica DG Summilux optics deliver exceptional sharpness and clarity for professional results
  • Metal barrel, mount and hood provide durable, splash- and dustproof construction
  • Bundle includes 62mm filter kit, cleaning tools, lens wrap and protective shade

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I attach the 12mm f/1.4 lens to my Micro Four Thirds camera and what alignment step is often missed?

Align the red mounting index on the lens barrel with the matching mark on the camera body, then rotate the lens clockwise until it clicks; the metal mount and hood should seat flush with no gap.

What ongoing care will the 12mm f/1.4 lens need and which part is most likely to wear first?

Clean the front and rear glass with the supplied LensPen and fluid; the 62mm filter threads and metal hood bayonet see the most handling, so check them periodically for grit or cross-threading.

What is the first limitation I will hit when shooting wide-open at f/1.4 for extended sessions?

The shallow depth of field at f/1.4 makes precise focus critical; any slight subject or camera movement shifts the plane of focus, so stabilise the camera or stop down slightly for more margin.

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