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Digital Interchangeable Lens LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm / F1.4 ASPH.
Based on the Micro Four Thirds System Standard The LEICA DG
SUMMILUX 25mm / F1.4 ASPH. (35 mm camera equivalent: 50mm), based
on the Micro Four Thirds System standard, features outstanding
brightness of F1.4 realized in the compact and light weight
profile. The extraordinary brightness allows a beautiful soft
focus for photo and video to be even more impressive and
encourages users not to use the flash even in dimly-lit
conditions. Certified with the name of world-renowned LEICA, the
exceptional high image quality is guaranteed.
High Performance and Small Form Factor
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When Panasonic developed the Micro Four Thirds System Camera one
of the benefits that came with it was the ability to dramatically
reduce the size and bulk of the corresponding lenses. Using its
expertise in aspherical lens manufacturing and with the
cooperation and strict quality standards of Leica AG on board, it
set about producing a wide range of lenses that would satisfy a
new generation of camera users. Whatever photo rtunity
arises, the growing number of high quality, creative lenses
available for the MFT system ensures that you won't miss out.
Many lens manufacturers now contribute to the fastest growing
digital camera system with over 30 models from manufacturers such
as Olympus, Sigma, Leica and, of course Panasonic, already
available and more being added regularly.
Aspherical Lens Elements
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Traditional spherical lenses bend the light at the edges of the
image causing distortion or aberration. Aspherical lenses on the
other hand overcome this issue by delivering light to a more
precise point on the sensor. They also reduce the number of
required lens elements meaning lenses can be smaller and lighter.
However Aspherical lenses are extremely difficult and costly to
produce, so only a small number of manufacturers have the
know-how to make them. Panasonic is one of the few lens
manufacturers with this capability and therefor can create very
high quality yet smaller lenses.
Anti-Ghost and Flare with Nano Surface Coating Lens
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In advancement to regular multi-coating lens technology to
reduce flare and reflections, the application of a Nano thin
outer layer coating virtually eliminates ghost and flare
entirely.
Silent AF Motor Drive - Perfect for HD Video
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In addition to the fast stepping motor drive the improves the
speed of focussing, this lens model also uses an inner linear
motor that is almost silent in operation. This makes the lens
ideal for use when videoing as no motor noise will be picked up
by the microphone.
Ultra Extra-low Dispersion (UED) Lens Elements
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An enhancement of the Extra-low Dispersion (ED) lens, Ultra ED
are even more effective at reducing colour aberration. By
reducing colour aberrations, high contrast and detail is
maintained across the full width of the image, resulting in
beautiful high quality pictures.
In-Lens Power Optical Image Stabilisation (Power O. I.S. )
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Panasonic's extensive knowledge of building highly effective
stabilisation in to our professional broadcast cameras led to the
introduction of the Mega O. I.S. that compensates for tiny
movements of the camera during shooting (up to 4,000 times per
second). Power O. I.S. improves that compensation and doubles the
effectiveness of shake suppression (when compared with Mega O.
I.S. ), especially for low frequency vibrations or when shooting
in low light. Panasonic's lens-integrated gyro system ensures
power efficient and accurate vibration compensation, matched to
each lens, proving its effectiveness time after time.
Extra Low Dispersion Lenses
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In a conventional lens made only of optical glass, it becomes
difficult to correct chromatic aberration when the focal length
is long or the angle of view is wide, thus resulting in contrast
degradation or colour bleeding. This problem has been solved by
Panasonic's Extra Low Dispersion (ED) lens. It suppresses the
prism's colour separation effect to correct longitudinal
chromatic aberration at the telephoto zoom setting and chromatic
difference of magnification at the wide angle setting. Used to
render sharp, high contrast images with clear colours form corner
to corner.
High Quality Metal Barrel Construction
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Continually fixing and unfixing lenses to your camera body puts
a lot of strain on the lens . As an important part of the
lens barrel, a metal is more durable and retains an
accurate fixing to the camera body. Resulting in a more reliable
performance for many years to come.
Box Contains
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Lens cap / Lens rear cap / Lens storage bag
- F1.4 brightness allowing an elegant soft focus.
- Nano Surface Coating technology for dramatic reduction of ghost and flare.
- A high-quality image quality that passes a stringent Leica standard.
- UHR (Ultra-High Refractive) index lens and glass mould aspherical lenses.
- Circular aperture diaphragm.