Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 vs Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount primes for everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 | Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 25mm | 20mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.7 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Which should you buy?
- the Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II opens wider (f/1.7) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II (20mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 (25mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 IISee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 and the Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II?
The Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 is 25mm f/1.8 prime, Micro Four Thirds; the Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II is 20mm f/1.7 prime, Micro Four Thirds. Both fit the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Which is better in low light, the Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 or the Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II?
The Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II — its f/1.7 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8 and Panasonic Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Micro Four Thirds mount lenses, so they fit OM System (Olympus) and Panasonic Lumix G Micro Four Thirds bodies.
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