Ever since Panasonic announced its S1 series of full frame cameras there has been speculation that it would eventually abandon its MFT line. Panasonic has steadfastly denied these rumors and the announcement of the new Leica DG Summilux 9mm f1.7 ASPH lens seems further proof that the company remains committed to the MFT format, which is definitely good news for those of us like myself who own a Lumix G9.
The lens, whose 9mm focal length is the equivalent of a 35mm 18mm lens, is ultra wide angle with a 100 degree angle of view. The maximum aperture of 1.7 allows for a very shallow depth of field, and the 7-blade rounded aperture diaphragm was purposefully used to create smooth bokeh. Its minimum focusing distance of 3.7" allows half-size (1:2) macro photography. All in all, though I haven't yet seen any reviews, the lens seems at first glance a great wide-angle addition to any photographer's kit.
The lens s currently available for preorder at B&H for $497.99, which seems a remarkably fair price for such a high quality optic.
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