Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron vs Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8
Both are L-Mount primes for standard prime — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron | Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
Which should you buy?
- the Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
Where to buy
Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-SummicronSee price on Amazon
Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron and the Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8?
The Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron is 50mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 is 50mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the L-Mount.
Which is better in low light, the Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron or the Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8?
The Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Leica SL 50mm f/2 APO-Summicron and Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are L-Mount lenses, so they fit Panasonic Lumix S, Leica SL, and Sigma fp full-frame bodies (the L-Mount Alliance).
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