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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 20mm F1.4 Pro vs Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 25mm F1.4

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OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro

Standard Prime | Micro Four Thirds

OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 20mm F1.4 Pro
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Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4

Standard Prime | Micro Four Thirds

Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 25mm F1.4
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OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro vs Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing the OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro for the MFT and the Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 for the MFT, two Standard Prime lenses from OM System and Panasonic.

We will start by looking briefly at the main specs of these two lenses, and in the next section, we will start analyzing them in more detail and listing the pros and cons of each lens.

OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro Key Specs

  • 20mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 58mm
  • Max Format: FourThirds
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • Weight: 247g.
  • Diameter: 63mm
  • Length: 62mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.25m
  • Max Magnification: 0.11x

Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 Key Specs

  • 25mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 46mm
  • Max Format: FourThirds
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • Weight: 200g.
  • Diameter: 63mm
  • Length: 55mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.3m
  • Max Magnification: 0.11x

What type of photography are the OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro and Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro and the Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4
Bird/WildlifeFairFair
SportsAverageAverage
PortraitExcellentExcellent
TravelGoodGood
StreetVery GoodVery Good
WeddingExcellentExcellent
Walk AroundGoodGood
VloggingGoodGood
LandscapeGoodGood
MacroPoorPoor


Size and Weight Comparison

The size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses. OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro is the longer of the two lenses at 62mm. The Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 with a length of 55mm, is 7mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 63mm.

The weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 weighs 200g, 19% (47g) lighter than the OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro's weight of 247g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Micro Four Thirds Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Prime Lenses in Micro Four Thirds Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH Lens Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH
52mm
61mm 125g Amazon B&H Photo
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 25mm F1.8 Lens Olympus M 25mm F1.8
41mm
56mm 136g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C
60mm
67mm 280g Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Lumix G 42.5mm F1.7 ASPH Power OIS Lens Panasonic 42.5mm F1.7 OIS
50mm
55mm 130g Amazon B&H Photo
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 25mm F1.2 Pro Lens Olympus 25mm F1.2 Pro
87mm
70mm 410g Amazon B&H Photo
7artisans 25mm F1.8 Lens 7artisans 25mm F1.8
32mm
51mm 143g Amazon B&H Photo
Lensbaby Velvet 56 Lens Lensbaby Velvet 56
86mm
72mm 400g Amazon B&H Photo
Voigtlander Nokton 42.5mm F0.95 Lens Voigtlander Nokton 42.5mm F0.95
75mm
64mm 571g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both the OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro and the Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 has the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Micro Four Thirds lenses are OM System OM-5, Panasonic GH6 and OM System OM-1.

Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 is also available in Four Thirds mount.

Focal Range

OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 20mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 40mm when used on a FourThirds format camera. Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 25mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 50mm when used on a FourThirds format camera.

Reasons to choose OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 20mm F1.4 Pro over Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 25mm F1.4

Focal Length - Wide 20mm vs 25mm 5mm Wider coverage
Diaphragm Blades 9 vs 7 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.25m vs 0.3m can focus closer to the subject

Reasons to choose Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 25mm F1.4 over OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 20mm F1.4 Pro

Focal Length - Tele 25mm vs 20mm 5mm more Tele coverage
Weight 200g vs 247g 47g lighter
Length 55mm vs 62mm 7mm shorter
Filter Thread 46mm vs 58mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find

Common Strengths of OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 20mm F1.4 Pro and Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 25mm F1.4
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Common Weaknesses of OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 20mm F1.4 Pro and Panasonic Leica Summilux DG 25mm F1.4
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Distance Scale No vs No No Distance Scale assist




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OM ED 20mm F1.4 Pro vs Panasonic Leica 25mm F1.4 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand OM System Panasonic
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Standard Prime Standard Prime
Lens Mount Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
Max Format FourThirds FourThirds
Focal Range 20mm 25mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F1.4 F1.4
Min Aperture F16 F16.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 7
Optics
Optical Elements 11 9
Optical Groups 10 7
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.25m 0.3m
Max Magnification 0.11X 0.11X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Stepper motor Micromotor
Full Time Manual No Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale No No
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No No
Focus Distance Limiter No No
Physical Specs
Weight 247g 200g
Diameter 63mm 63mm
Length 62mm 55mm
Materials - metal mount
Weather Sealing Yes No
Filter Thread 58mm 46mm
Filter Notes - Does not rotate on focus
Hood Supplied Yes -
Hood Code LH-61G -
Tripod Collar No No
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