Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 vs Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount primes for low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 | Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 45mm | 25mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Which should you buy?
- the Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II (25mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 (45mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 IISee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 and the Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II?
The Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 is 45mm f/1.8 prime, Micro Four Thirds; the Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II is 25mm f/1.4 prime, Micro Four Thirds. Both fit the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Which is better in low light, the Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 or the Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II?
The Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 II — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Olympus M.Zuiko 45mm f/1.8 and Panasonic Leica DG 25mm f/1.4 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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