Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH Power OIS vs Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount primes for budget — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH Power OIS | Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 42.5mm | 25mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.7 | 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 25mm f/1.7 (25mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH Power OIS (42.5mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH Power OISSee price on Amazon
Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH Power OIS and the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7?
The Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH Power OIS is 42.5mm f/1.7 prime, Micro Four Thirds; the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 is 25mm f/1.7 prime, Micro Four Thirds. Both fit the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Do the Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH Power OIS and Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 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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