The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Panasonic 25mm F1.4 II ASPH and the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Panasonic 25mm F1.4 II ASPH is the longer of the two lenses at 55mm. The Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH with a length of 52mm, is 3mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Panasonic 25mm F1.4 II ASPH also has a larger diameter of 63mm compared to the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH's 61mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH weighs 125g, 39% (80g) lighter than the Panasonic 25mm F1.4 II ASPH's weight of 205g.
Filter Threads
Both the Panasonic 25mm F1.4 II ASPH and the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH have the same Filter thread size of 46mm.
Below are links to the 46mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Panasonic 25mm F1.4 II ASPH and the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH 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-1 II, Panasonic G9 II and OM System OM-5.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
25mm but while Panasonic 25mm F1.4 II ASPH has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Panasonic Lumix G 25mm F1.7 ASPH's widest aperture value is
F1.7.