Lumix S 18mm f1.8
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Specifications
| Brand | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | Auto |
| Focal length (mm) | 18 |
| Aperture (max) | 1.8 |
| Filter Size (mm) | 67 |
| Weight (g) | 340 |
| Length (mm) | 82 |
| Diameter (mm) | 74 |
| Weather Sealed | ✔ |
| Image Stabilization | ✘ |
| Min. focus distance (m) | 0.18 |
| Max. magnification | 0.2 |
| Release Year | 2022 |
| Release Price (USD) | 999 |
Description and Reviews
From Panasonic:
A large-diameter prime lens compatible with all L-Mount cameras for maximum versatility, quickly and easily exchangeable with others in the series of F1.8 lenses when on a gimbal. Rugged dust/splash-resistant* design and common filters can be used. The S-S18 excels in video recording performance with suppressed focus breathing, together with a micro-step aperture control for smooth exposure change
- F1.8 large aperture lens provides high resolution from center to corner and beautiful bokeh; works with all L-mount full-frame digital cameras
- The S-S18 has a similar angle view to what you see with your naked eye, for natural-looking close-up shots with a minimum focusing distance of 0.18m
- Excels in video recording, with minimal focus breathing and smooth aperture control
- Compact, portable lens is easy to carry all day in comfort; dust/splash*/freeze-resistant design withstands heavy field use under harsh conditions
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Reviews:
- Photography Blog, Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 Review, Mark Goldstein, Oct 2022
- Amateur Photography, Panasonic Lumix S 18mm f/1.8 lens review, Jon Devo, Oct 2024
- DP Review Sample Gallery: [Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 sample gallery], DPReview Staff, Oct 2022
YouTube:
- DPReview TV: Panasonic S 18mm F1.8 review, Sep 2022