Panasonic's ultra-compact MFT pancake — 28mm equiv at f/2.5, one of the smallest interchangeable lenses made.
The Panasonic Lumix G 14mm f/2.5 ASPH is an ultra-compact pancake prime for Micro Four Thirds, providing a 28mm full-frame equivalent perspective in a barrel approximately 15.5mm deep. At 55g it is among the lightest interchangeable lenses for any system. Six elements in 5 groups with 3 aspherical elements. Seven rounded aperture blades. 0.18m MFD.
The optical design uses 6 elements in 5 groups with 3 aspherical elements. Seven rounded aperture blades. The 46mm filter thread. At 55g the lens is extraordinarily lightweight. Minimum focus distance of 0.18m. Approximately 15.5mm barrel depth (pancake profile). f/2.5 maximum aperture. MFT image circle (28mm full-frame equivalent).
The 55g pancake profile is the G 14mm's defining attribute: mounting this lens on a GF or GM-series compact MFT body creates a combination approaching compact camera dimensions while providing the sensor quality and lens interchangeability of the MFT system. The 28mm equivalent provides a useful environmental wide angle for street and travel photography where the ultra-light system is the priority.
On the used market the Panasonic Lumix G 14mm f/2.5 ASPH is affordable as a compact MFT pancake prime. Condition checks: AF response, 46mm front element for marks, aperture ring (electronic only). Compatible with all Micro Four Thirds bodies from Panasonic, Olympus, and OM System.