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An f/1.7 aperture means that the lens can open wide, allowing more light to enter. This makes the lens great for low-light conditions and helps create a shallow depth of field for beautiful bokeh effects.
Aspherical lens elements help to reduce distortions and aberrations, providing clearer, sharper images. They also contribute to making the lens more compact.
'Micro Four Thirds' refers to the type of camera system that the lens is designed to fit. It's a standard used by several camera manufacturers, including Panasonic Lumix.
The Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II is an upgraded version of the original lens. It has a new, premium metal finish and a durable metal mount. However, it maintains the same optical performance as the original.
This lens is designed to work with the Micro Four Thirds lens standard, so it's compatible with any camera that uses this standard. However, it's specifically designed for Panasonic Lumix G digital cameras.
Review Summary
2025-04-27T13:15:50
Quick shipping. Product works well.
JEREMY C.
2025-04-13T04:02:39
Great prime, fast, sharp, light.
Brandi H.
2025-04-13T03:59:48
Great lens. The extras make it really worthwhile. Very sharp. AF is a little slow/loud, don't let that stop you.
Brandi H.
2024-08-14T09:01:54
Fringes in harsh light otherwise worth it for the price and size.
Desmond T.
2022-10-20T17:32:49
Everything good except the slow and noisy focus motors. Fine for still photos and any static video scene where you can lock off on a tripod with a fixed focal distance.
Charles R.
2022-08-04T14:06:27
Bought this lens for its weight, macro capability, large aperture size and storage for hiking. In a pinch I can stick it in my pocket so I can shoot with other lenes. As a test to the max, I shot some astro pics with it of the Milky Way and I was impressed as it was my first attempt with this type of photography. The camera that I use is a G85. BTW the kit of accessories it comes with is awesome since I have used most of them.
Joey D.
2022-07-11T08:18:53
Awesome little lens. Great bundle. Well worth the money, even on a bad day.
David P.
2022-03-26T05:08:27
Added items increase the value of this lens. Nothing special, just a nice all around lens. Unfortunately some of the items were missing and never received but that does not take away from the quality of the Panasonic lens
STEPHEN L.
2022-03-20T11:30:53
This lens is good for low light photography ,and for landscape photography. It's a bit slow sometimes to focus. All that being said, it's a good all around lens.
ANTHONY A.
2021-06-22T11:17:59
Good product, excellent deal.
COLIN M.
2021-06-07T08:29:18
Great Lens for the price. I would highly recommend. Great color cast and a must have for any videographer on the go.
COLIN M.
2020-06-13T08:59:44
Works very well
MANFRED H.
2020-01-07T18:37:02
Micro four thirds is the best! My favorite lense so far, a must have in the Panasonic system
Zhan Z.
2019-07-27T06:27:52
I needed a Lumix lens to take advantage of the focus control on the Ronin S. This works great and it's light for gimbal work. Performs well for an inexpensive lens.
Amanda M.
2019-07-06T06:09:51
Feels good AF could be quieter, sounds like an older motor. Optics are good
Michael C.
2019-06-09T09:31:08
So small, so sharp, and a very useful focal length. Perfect for people: you don't need too much space, and the perspective is still ok for portraits. Very sharp in the middle already at full aperture, but to reduce vignetting and sharpen the corner, close to f/2.8. Lightly built, but no complain for the price.
YVES S.
2019-05-06T12:54:00
Excellent lens exhibiting wonderful image quality. I especially like the very low profile of this lens. Undoubtedly this is the lens that will remain on my Panasonic G85 most of the time. You cannot go wrong having this lens in your lens repertoire.
Kenneth W.
2019-03-31T08:46:10
Excellent sharpness for such a small lens. Small and light, so very easy to stick in a pocket.
STEPHEN S.
2018-12-17T14:46:31
Excellent Camera lens
MANFRED H.
2018-11-25T14:59:55
This is a great pancake lens. Great for street photography and not being noticed.
Mary B.
2018-08-13T04:34:20
It's a great lens that really shines wide open but also is just a great wide profile lens.
Wilson D.
2018-06-19T08:52:43
Very comfortable and useful lense
Ariel P.
2018-04-24T08:15:50
I bought this lens to use with my Panasonic GM-1 after having some issues with the kit lens in cold weather. I went with a prime since I wanted a low f stop for nigh time photography. I have not had it out at night yet but have been impressed by how much clearer than my other lenses, the kit 12-32 and another panasonic 35-100, this one is. Those ones seemed good until I compared them to this one. I am looking forward to getting this one out at night and seeing how it does in that setting as well.
James O.
2018-04-16T19:45:04
Compact, lightweight, and sharp. A good choice for my GX8.
SIDNEY L.
2018-04-15T20:00:00
Like this lens a lot - the focal length (slightly on the wide side of "normal") is great for so many shooting situations. Bought it primarily because I wanted a fast, compact lens to use when I want to travel light and this lens fits the bill nicely. With this lens in place my G7 can even slip comfortably in a jacket pocket. My only issue with the lens is that it focuses a bit on the slow side - not really an issue for the shooting I do - as well as the fact that I often focus manually anyway.
Ed

2017-11-01T08:00:38
very good lens,chip, easy to use.
Jhon V.
2017-10-30T10:23:14
This lens is pretty great overall. It's a great portrait lens with a solid minimum focus distance and nice depth of field. It's main drawback is it's focus speed and accuracy. I use this with a GH5 and it does seem to wander around sometimes when autofocusing in reasonable lighting. With that said I would still recommend it. Just be prepared to flip into manual focus once in a while.
Adam H.
2017-08-14T08:28:29
I have both the Olly 17/1.8 and Panny 25/1.4, but wanted the compactness and range of this lens as my default on an Olympus Pen F. I don't see any difference in quality with these lenses. They're all sharp and contrasty, and focus quickly. The 40mm equivalent is really close to a true "normal" focal length, and while I've only had the lens a few weeks, it's become my go to for street and general purpose. The portrait is about a 50% crop. If you're getting only one prime lens, this would be a good choice.
PHILLIP S.
2017-06-23T21:37:45
Highly recommended if you need portability and speed.
David M.
2017-06-05T13:10:52
It's small, relatively light, very sharp, with rich color and contrast. The focal length is also a great match for me. Its main limitation is a slow focusing mechanism; not a problem for me, since I mostly shoot landscapes/architecture/museums and anything with faster action I'll want a longer focal length for anyway.
Travis B.
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Panasonic Lumix G
Aspherical
46mm
7.87" / 20cm
46 mm (Front)
None
57
40mm
0.13x
7 Elements / 5 Groups
7, Rounded
3.07 oz / 87 g
2.48 x 1" (63 x 25.5mm)
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It's time to elevate your photography with the Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II Aspherical Lens for Micro Four Thirds in a sleek silver finish. This compact, high-performance lens boasts an impressive F1.7 brightness, delivering stunningly sharp images even in low light conditions. As an upgraded version of the original Lumix 20mm F1.7 pancake lens, it has gained popularity among Micro Four Thirds system enthusiasts for its exceptional sharpness and compact design.
The Lumix G 20mm F1.7 II lens is specifically engineered to work seamlessly with the Micro Four Thirds lens standard, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of Panasonic Lumix G digital cameras. The lens features a sophisticated new metal finish, replacing the original resin body. This, coupled with a durable metal mount, lends a premium feel to the lens, enhancing its overall aesthetic appeal.
Optically, the Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II lens continues to deliver superior performance. It features two aspherical lenses and a multi-coated lens surface, effectively reducing ghosting and flaring for clearer, more vibrant images. The lens configuration includes seven elements in five groups, ensuring optimal light transmission and image clarity.
The high-speed F1.7 compact single focal length lens allows for a beautiful soft focus, making your photos even more impressive. The inclusion of two aspherical lenses ensures a superb optical performance, delivering crisp, distortion-free images.
This lens is compatible with a variety of Lumix models, including the DC-GH5, DC-GX 850, DC-G85, DC-G85K, DC-GX85, DC-GX8, DC-G7, DC-GF7K, DC-GM5K, and DC-GH4. Experience the difference of superior quality and performance with the Lumix G 20mm f/1.7 II Aspherical Lens for Micro Four Thirds.
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