Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 vs Panasonic Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4
Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 has more in its favour on paper. The Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4 gathers more light for low light and background blur; the Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 for
- less weight (300g vs 955g)
- a lower price (about £210 vs £760)
Choose the Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4 for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 0.7 stops more light)
| Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 | Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Weight | 300 g | 955 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 67mm | 77mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £449 | £2,199 |
| Used at MPB (L-Mount) | £199–£229 | £744–£784 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 better than the Panasonic Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4?
The Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 offers less weight (300g vs 955g), a lower price (about £210 vs £760); the Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4 offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.4, about 0.7 stops more light).
Which is better value, the Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 or the Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4?
On L-Mount, the Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 costs about £210 against about £760 for the Panasonic Lumix S PRO 50mm f/1.4 (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.4 worth it over f/1.8?
f/1.4 gathers about 0.7 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for L-Mount.