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The Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 Lens is ideal for a variety of photography styles, including landscape, architecture, and vlogging, as well as any situation requiring a wide-angle perspective with minimal distortion.
Yes, with its fast f/1.7 aperture, the lens performs exceptionally well in low-light conditions, allowing for shorter exposure times and lower ISO settings.
Yes, this lens is designed to work with all cameras that use the Micro Four Thirds system, providing seamless integration and communication with the camera body.
The lens itself does not have built-in image stabilization, but it can utilize the camera body's stabilization features if available.
The lens has an exceptionally short minimum focusing distance of 0.095m, enabling photographers to get closer to their subjects for detailed wide-angle shots.
Review Summary
2025-08-24T08:27:19
Great focal length and autofocus. Extremely compact and lightweight. Video is so crisp! Thanks!
THOMAS J.
2024-09-21T18:24:40
I worried about the low light performance of the M43 system, but with this fantastic lens, it's not a problem at all. Highly recommended!
XIAOXIONG L.
2024-09-21T06:19:39
Great for low light situations on an m43. Amazing video lens!
MICHAEL Y.
2024-04-03T01:51:38
Fantastic lens. Use on both my Olympus OM-1 and EP5. Great as a walk around lens for shooting street scenes and shooting museums indoors. Small enough on my EP-5 to carry in my pocket.
RANDY H.
2024-01-18T07:59:44
Love this lens -- very wide but almost no distortion, very sharp and relatively fast for an MFT lens.
Dana B.
2023-11-09T12:28:38
Seems to work pretty well for aurora photography, if I can get the focus right.
RHANE P.
2023-08-15T02:43:25
It's so nice to have a wide-wide angle lens (18mm equiv) that's not only not a fisheye, but also very much rectilinear. Even on my old G85 the corrections seem to be working to straighten out lines -- except for the very edges of the frame. It's great for vlogging, but also architectural photos. And a very good price considering the Leica name!
DANA B.
2022-11-22T04:16:10
Being wide and fast is usually rare, which is what makes this lens special. Not only is is gimbal ready, but it's a stop faster than most at this aperture AND it's a native Panasonic lens so it communicates with the body AND there's nearly no distortion which is characteristic of wide focal lengths.
Derrick S.
2022-09-27T02:50:04
Nice m4/3 18mm f1.7 great wide angle lens but like all wide angle lens, it is prone to flaring when shooting a backlit subject. I shoot in Raw File and fix the issues in post processing. Got this lens early because of an upcoming Utah trip.
Jose G.
2022-09-11T20:26:21
Great light ultra wide to have in a small kit. Sharp image quality. Pairs nice with the Olympus 12-100 for walk around when you don't want to bring a bunch of gear.
Carey A.
2022-08-03T08:33:57
Great little lens that is both great for low light and has autofocus for a low price! It is finally out and I am loving it.
V I.
2022-03-08T12:22:56
This is a great lens for Micro 4/3. Very sharp throughout the image and minimal chromatic aberration. This lens is roughly the same focal length that you see on smartphone cameras - so as a beginner photographer it has challenged me to be more creative with my shots to stand out from phone photos, eg. getting more foreground elements, making the depth of field more apparent, better composition etc. I?ve been using this for street photography when traveling and loving it!
FELIX W.
2021-10-18T11:12:58
Most incredible lens! Easily equals any other lens on my Sony system.
Dennis H.
2021-07-22T09:36:03
Just a little wider than a FF 35mm field if view. A very sharp all around lens.
CHRIS B.
2021-01-29T06:52:37
Panasonic's marriage of Lumix lenses with Leica lens magic has yielded some fantastic lenses. I have several. Love them! This one, though not used often, delivers very high quality. Clear, sharp, minimal distortion, not too contrasty. I shoot video and really strive for that more "cinematic" look (as opposed to that "video" look). The Lumix/Leica lenses really help in that regard.
John W.
2020-07-20T07:37:07
awesome lens and awesome kit that adorama put together. comes with a lot of useful things!
albert r.
2019-07-21T11:17:11
excellent lens
KI L.
2019-07-11T16:32:13
Lens is Outstanding, fit perfect for all day carry on my GX-8! Reminded me of my Dad's Leica MP-4! Great focal length not to wide and not to cropped. Golden Rule for packaging! NEVER PACK LIQUIDS with camera equipment!!! The lens cleaning kit had some spray bottle solution that leaked ALL over everything, but the lens was on top so it was pretty safe a little liquid damage to the Lumix box but nothing got to the lens thank goodness!
Rick D.
2019-06-19T03:06:09
Great and compact
Kurt G.
2018-03-04T08:09:08
Very good for environmental pictures
MICHAL M.
2018-02-26T13:54:17
I bought the Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 for use with my Olympus OM-D camera bodies. I previously owned and used the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8, but now only own the Panasonic 15mm. I replaced the Olympus 17mm because it had noticeably lower resolution than the 12, 25, 45, and 75mm Olympus prime lenses. I am very satisfied with this 15mm Panasonic prime. It has comparable resolution to the best Olympus prime lenses and works well with the OM-D bodies (focuses quickly and accurately). The Panasonic build quality is excellent too. The field of view is noticeably wider with the 15mm, even though numerically the difference is small (2mm). The only unique thing I discovered was that I cannot store the hood reversed on the lens, so I just store the hood attached to it. I would highly recommend this lens to Olympus camera users.
DOUGLAS A.
2018-02-25T08:08:15
Almost bought the new sigma 16... glad I didn't
Randa G.
2017-09-26T09:55:54
I love how crisp and clean the Lumix Leica lenses are. I added this one for people photography after using the 25mm for several years. This light, small lens packs a lot of sharpness.
Robert M.
2017-08-23T08:22:00
Very sharp image and video quality. It hunts a little but for focus but it's fast
RON L.
2017-05-05T20:33:24
a great complement to my Rokinon f2 12 mm, and is even a bit sharper; auto focuses fairly well in dim church interiors on Olympus em10
An N.
2016-11-28T07:34:16
Perfect for my new GX85. Beautiful colors and fast aperture.
ALBERTO J.
2015-06-01T20:00:00
I purchased my GX1 with the famous 20/1.7 and saw little reason to replace it as my go to lens for everyday shooting. Over the years, I've accumulated the Leica 45, the 7-14, the obnoxious 100-300, the Leica 25 and now the 15, all manufactured by Panasonic. The Leicas, including this one is of substantial quality in weight and feel. Image quality is what you'd expect as well from one that Leica puts its name on - enough said. There are a few things I do enjoy on this lens that leaves me wanting on my existing and newer lenses and it's something that's a throwback to old but the standout includes 1/3 stop detents for the aperture ring.
Billy

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Micro Four Thirds
9mm
Auto Focus
f/1.7
Ultra-Wide Angle
Base
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Aspherical, Dustproof/Splashproof, Weather Resistant, Bokeh Effect
55mm
3.7" / 9.5cm
55 mm (Front)
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100°
0.25x / 0.5x (35mm camera equivalent)
-10 Degree C to 40 Degree C (14 Degree F to 104 Degree F)
Yes (Basic Sealing)
4.5 oz (130g) (Approx.) (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood)
2.4 x 2" (60.8 x 52mm)
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A remarkable fusion of advanced technology and superior craftsmanship, the Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 Aspherical Lens for Micro Four Thirds is a professional-grade lens designed for both photography and videography. This high-performance lens is engineered to work seamlessly with your camera's high-speed, high-precision contrast AF system, driven by a sensor that operates at a maximum of 240 fps.
The lens features a unique non-linear setting that adjusts focus based on the rotation speed of the focus ring, and a linear setting that shifts focus according to the rotational quantum of the focus ring. This innovative design ensures precise control over focus, making it an ideal choice for capturing intricate details in both still photography and video recording.
The Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 Aspherical Lens stands out for its video recording performance, thanks to a mechanism that effectively suppresses focus breathing. The micro-step aperture control ensures smooth exposure changes, enhancing the quality of your videos.
Constructed with twelve lens elements in nine groups, this lens includes two aspherical lenses, two ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) lenses, and one UHR (Ultra High Refractive Index) lens. This advanced optical design effectively suppresses both axial chromatic aberration and chromatic aberration of magnification, delivering sharp, clear images with minimal distortion.
Despite its advanced features, this lens is compact and lightweight, weighing approximately 130g. It embodies the mobility that the Micro Four Thirds system is renowned for, making it a perfect companion for on-the-go photographers and videographers. The lens also boasts a rugged dust, splash, and freeze-resistant design, capable of withstanding harsh conditions, even at temperatures as low as -10 degrees.
The Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 Aspherical Lens is equipped with a 55mm filter diameter and a 7-blade circular aperture diaphragm. It offers an exceptionally short focusing distance of 0.095m and an outstanding magnification ratio of 0.25x (35mm camera equivalent: 0.5x), making it a versatile choice for a wide range of photography and videography styles.
Adhering to stringent Leica standards, this lens delivers the ultimate in optical quality and performance. Whether you're capturing architectural photos, vlogging, or shooting in wide-angle, the Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 Aspherical Lens for Micro Four Thirds is designed to help you achieve stunning results with every click.
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Designed for use with: Olympus E-M1 Mark II, Olympus E-M5, Olympus E-M5 Mark II, Olympus E-M5 Mark III and
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