Panasonic releases compact, lightweight LUMIX S 24mm F1.8

Panasonic introduced a large-aperture wide fixed focal length lens, the LUMIX S 24mm F1.8 (S-S24), as the third addition to the series of four F1.8 large-aperture lenses based on the L-Mount system standard. The LUMIX S 24mm F1.8 (S-S24) will be available in mid-October for $899.99.

The LUMIX S 24mm F1.8 is comprised of 12 lens elements in 11 groups including three aspherical lenses, three ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) lenses, and one UED (Ultra Extra-Low Dispersion) lens. The use of three aspherical lenses realizes both high descriptive performance and beautiful bokeh, which are common advantages to the series of all F1.8 lenses. It is suitable for versatile situations ranging from landscapes to snapshots, taking advantage of the wide-angle of view.