Panasonic/Leica's compact MFT wide prime — 30mm equiv at f/1.7 with Summilux quality in tiny package.
The Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 ASPH (H-X015) was released in 2014 as a premium wide prime for Micro Four Thirds, providing a 30mm full-frame equivalent perspective. Nine elements in 7 groups with 3 aspherical elements. Seven rounded aperture blades. 46mm non-rotating filter thread. At 115g. 0.2m MFD. Nano Surface Coating.
Nine elements in 7 groups (3 aspherical elements). Seven rounded aperture blades. The 46mm non-rotating filter thread. At 115g the lens is very lightweight. Minimum focus distance of 0.2m. Nano Surface Coating for reduced ghosting and flare. f/1.7 maximum aperture. MFT image circle (30mm equivalent). Micro Four Thirds mount.
The Leica DG Summilux branding indicates Leica optical design specification and quality inspection on this Panasonic-manufactured lens. The 30mm equivalent perspective at f/1.7 fills the wide-normal focal length with a fast aperture suited to low-light and creative depth-of-field work. The non-rotating filter thread facilitates use of graduated ND and polarising filters.
On the used market the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 is available at premium MFT wide prime pricing. Condition checks: AF response, 46mm front element for marks. Compatible with all Micro Four Thirds bodies.