L-mount Lenses
Discover the power of Lumix full-frame lenses! Whether you’re capturing breathtaking landscapes, stunning portraits, or dynamic street scenes, Lumix lenses deliver unparalleled clarity, depth, and versatility. Explore the range today and elevate your photography to new heights.
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Panasonic Lumix 85mm F1.8 Lens: Review & Sample Shots
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Featured Image Copyright Panasonic Lumix If you’re searching for a portrait lens that balances performance, affordability, and portability, the Lumix S 85mm F1.8 might just be your next favorite companion. Released in the year 2021, this prime lens promises stunning bokeh, sharp images, and all-around versatility, making it a solid choice for portrait and streetContinue…
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Lumix 100mm F2.8 Macro Lens Review and Sample Images
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This newly launched Panasonic Lumix 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens is one of the lightest macro prime lenses that offers exceptional optical performance and versatility of use. Designed for L-mount mirrorless cameras from Panasonic Lumix, Leica and Sigma, this lens is capable of not only macro photography and portraits, but also much more across several genresContinue…
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Lumix 24-70 mm F2.8 Lens – Review and Test Shots
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In the ever-evolving world of photography, having the right lens can make all the difference in capturing stunning and memorable moments. One such lens that has established itself as one of the most versatile lenses is the Lumix 24-70mm F2.8 S-Pro lens from Panasonic. Today’s blog is like a cozy chat over coffee about myContinue…
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Lumix 50 mm F1.8 Lens – Review and Test Shots
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LENS REVIEW Prime lenses are every photographer’s favourite for their lightweight, wider aperture, excellent optics and affordable price. However, the choice of precise focal length in a prime lens depends on your specific use and style of photography. While most fashion and portrait photographers tend to incline toward 85mm prime lens, you may often findContinue…
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Lumix 24-105mm F4 Lens – Review and Test Shots
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LENS REVIEW Lenses are expensive and we cannot afford all. This makes it all the more crucial to get some hands-on experience and useful insights from somebody who has used a lens over longer period and tested it in different conditions, not for the sake of a review, but actual day-to-day utilities and real satisfaction.Continue…
Lumix S9: Review and Test Shots
Panasonic Lumix recently launched the Lumix S9 in Tokyo, Japan, as the smallest, lightest full-frame mirrorless camera in the S Series. Praised for its sleek design and portability, it has also faced mixed reviews, with some creators highlighting its innovative features while others noted missing functionalities.
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Gears I Recommend
Your choice of the lens should always depend on your specific need and the budget. Here are my recommendations for the best full-frame Lumix camera and lenses for some of the popular genres of photography.
Landscape Photography
Key Factors: Optical Performance, Weight, Night Sky
- Camera: Lumix S5 Mark II
- Wide-angle Lens: Lumix S PRO 16-35mm F4 (or Sigma 16-28mm F2.8)
- Telephoto Lens: Lumix S PRO 70-200mm F4 O.I.S.
- Astro Lens: Lumix S 18mm F1.8 (or Sigma 14mm F1.4)
Best L-mount Cameras and Lenses for Travel Photography
From ultra-light setups to feature-packed premium kits, discover the perfect travel camera gear for every journey and budget.
Street Photography
Key Factors: Minimalistic, Ultra-light, Preference for Prime Lens
- Camera: Lumix S9
- Prime Lens: Lumix S 50mm F1.8 (or Lumix S 35mm F1.8)
- Zoom Lens: Lumix S 18-40mm F4.5-6.3
Wedding Photography
Key Factors: Image quality, Fast aperture, Low-light performance, Background diffusion
- Camera: Lumix S5 Mark II X
- Standard Zoom Lens: Lumix S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 (traditional)
- Telephoto Lens: Lumix S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 O.I.S. (or Sigma 70-200mm F2.8) (candid)
- Prime Lens: Lumix S 85mm F1.8 (or Sigma 85mm F1.4)
Fashion/Portraiture
Key Factors: Shoot Location, Sharpness, Background diffusion
- Camera: Lumix S5 Mark II
- Portrait Shots (Indoor): Lumix S 85mm F1.8 (or Lumix S-PRO 50 MM F1.4)
- Full-length Shots (Indoor): Lumix S 35mm F1.8
- Outdoor Shots: Lumix S 100mm F2.8 MACRO
Product Photography
Key Factors: Macro, Versatility, Minimum focusing distance
- Camera: Lumix S5 Mark II
- Zoom Lens: Lumix S 24-105mm F4 MACRO O.I.S.
- Prime Lens: Lumix S 100mm F2.8 MACRO
Wildlife Photography
Key Factors: Maximum focal length reach, optical performance
- Camera: Lumix S5 Mark II
- Zoom Lens: Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400 f/5-6.3 (with 1.4X / 2X Extender) (or Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports)
- Prime Lens: Sigma 500mm F5.6 DG DN OS Sports
All-round Photography
Key Factors: Versatility, Affordability
- Camera: Lumix S5 Mark II
- Standard Zoom Lens: Lumix S 24-105mm F4 MACRO O.I.S.
- Telephoto Lens: Lumix S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S.
- Prime Lens: Lumix S 50mm F1.8
In the News
Panasonic introduces LUMIX S 18-40mm F4.5-6.3 (8 Oct 2024)
Samyang Launches L-mount AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 L (4 June 2024)
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