Gear
SUMMARY
Julia Trotti tested the Lumix 20mm f/2.5 ultra-wide prime lens on Lumix S1R II and S9 bodies, noting its impressive sharpness at f/2.5 and compact 142g weight. While corners soften wide open, stopping down improves them, and distortion is present but correctable. The lens performs well for both stills and video, with solid autofocus. It joins Lumix's line of small L-mount primes, appealing to travel, vlogging, and street photographers seeking a portable kit with a fast aperture.
TAKEAWAYS
The Lumix 20mm f/2.5 is a lightweight (142g) full-frame ultra-wide prime lens.
It maintains sharpness at f/2.5, though corners improve when stopped down.
The lens exhibits distortion typical of ultra-wide lenses, correctable in editing.
It is suitable for travel, vlogging, and street photography due to its size and aperture.