Testseek.com have collected 28 expert reviews of the Panasonic Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 ASPH and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Panasonic Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 ASPH.
July 2014
(81%)
28 Reviews
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Abstract: Interchangeable lens cameras offer a lot more creative flexibility and control than smartphones and point-and-shoots. Buying a camera with swappable lenses lets you change your angle of view, and take advantage of speciality optics for macro and fish-eye...
If you own a high-end Micro Four Thirds camera, you're probably the kind of photographer that the Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 was created for. You know, an enthusiast who's not above spending some serious coin to get the most out of your gear. This is a lens t...
There is no doubt that in a world of contrast-detection systems, a super-bright aperture helps keep focusing speed high. The amount of light pouring through the lens will also help to deliver a noise-free and crisp image in the EVF and on the rear screen...
Abstract: After its announcement in August 2013, Panasonic has now officially unveiled the Leica-branded DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2. Thanks to the 2x focal length magnification factor of micro four thirds lenses, this new 42.5mm f/1.2 lens delivers a 35mm focal leng...
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Published: 2016-03-25, Author: Joe , review by: shutterbug.com
Abstract: The Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 45mm f/2.8 includes a lens hood in the box but for this portrait I didn't use it deliberately, producing flare by pointing a monolight located behind the subject directly at the lens. I used a Panasonic Lumix GH4 with an exposur...
Published: 2014-07-08, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Very wide aperture. Sharp from edge to edge at f/1.2. No distortion. Optical stabilization system. Physical aperture ring. Fantastic build quality.
Big. Heavy. Expensive
The Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 is the best Micro Four Thirds lens we've seen for portraiture thanks to impeccable sharpness and a wide aperture. It's an easy Editors' Choice....
Published: 2014-06-16, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: We've analyzed the image quality of 33 lens models, around 70% of the current range using the native MFT mount, on the new Olympus OM-D EM-10. Read on to find out which of those lenses perform best and which, if any, you should try and avoid when paired w...
Published: 2014-04-30, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: Following the lens recommendations for Lumix DMC-GX7 we've now analyzed the image quality of Panasonic's diminutive GM1 with over 33 lenses to assess the imaging characteristics specifically with the new camera. Read on to find out which of those models y...
Published: 2014-04-18, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Although this is a bold step for Panasonic, the price is a going to be a stumbling block for the majority, particularly as it has to sway users away from the diminutive and accessibly priced Olympus 45mm f1.8.That model is both discrete and a very good pe...
