Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 vs Leica DG Summilux 12 mm f/1.4 ASPH
Kowa
Prominar 12 mm f/1.8
Panasonic
Leica DG Summilux 12 mm f/1.4 ASPH
Here we are comparing the Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 and the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12 mm f/1.4 ASPH. The Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 is a 12mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8, released in 2017. The Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12 mm f/1.4 ASPH is a 12mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.4.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
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| Sensor Size | MFT | MFT |
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.2 m | 0.2 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 441 g | 335 g |
| Length | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Diameter | 90.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 62 mm |
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| Release Year | 2017 | - |
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Comparing Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 (12 mm, f/1.8) and Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12 mm f/1.4 ASPH (12 mm, f/1.4).
Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12 mm f/1.4 ASPH is the lightest at 335 g, Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 weighs 441 g.
Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 12 mm f/1.4 ASPH offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.4, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Kowa Prominar 12 mm f/1.8 can focus closest at 0.2 m minimum focus distance.
Use the detailed comparison table below to see all specifications side-by-side and find the perfect lens for your photography needs.
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