Leica has just officially announced the new Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens. It is a close-focusing wide-angle prime ideally suited for landscapes, cityscapes, and close-up scenes, offering a minimum focusing distance of just 3.7″, making it an excellent choice for photographing and filming everything from close-ups of plants and small details to street scenes and vistas.
This new lens costs $497.99, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama.
Below are the detailed specifications of Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens.
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | FourThirds | |
| Focal length | 9 mm | |
| Image stabilization | No | |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F1.7 | |
| Minimum aperture | F16 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 | |
| Aperture notes | circular diaphragm | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 12 | |
| Groups | 9 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 2 aspherical, 2 ED, 1 Ultra-high refractive index | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.10 m (3.74″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.25× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Micromotor | |
| Full time manual | No | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 130 g (0.29 lb) | |
| Diameter | 61 mm (2.4″) | |
| Length | 52 mm (2.05″) | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Filter thread | 55 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | No | |
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