Panasonic Lumix S 26mm F/8 (S-R26)

High-Performance Wide-Angle Prime Lens for L-Mount Cameras

Overview

The Panasonic Lumix S 26mm f/1.8 (S-R26) is a high-performance wide-angle prime lens designed for L-Mount cameras. Offering a bright f/1.8 aperture and a versatile 26mm focal length, this lens is ideal for a variety of photographic applications, including landscapes, street photography, environmental portraits, and low-light shooting. Its compact design, advanced optical performance, and robust build quality ensure exceptional image quality and reliability for both professional and amateur photographers.

Key Features

Superior Optical Quality

• Wide-Angle Perspective: The 26mm focal length provides a wide field of view, perfect for capturing expansive scenes and dramatic compositions.
• Bright f/1.8 Aperture: Enables excellent low-light performance and depth-of-field control, creating beautiful background blur (bokeh) and enhanced subject isolation.
• Advanced Optical Design: Incorporates multiple elements in several groups, including aspherical lenses and extra-low dispersion (ED) lenses to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions, ensuring sharp and clear images.
• Nano Surface Coating: Reduces ghosting and flare for increased contrast and color accuracy, even in challenging lighting conditions.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

• High-Speed AF System: Ensures fast, precise, and silent autofocus performance, suitable for both stills and video.
• Manual Focus Clutch: Allows for instant switching between autofocus and manual focus, providing greater control and precision.

Compact and Lightweight Design

• Portable Build: The compact and lightweight design makes it an excellent choice for travel and everyday use.
• Durable Construction: Designed to withstand regular use, ensuring reliability and longevity.
• Weather-Sealed Design: Offers protection against dust, moisture, and low temperatures, ensuring reliable performance in various environments.

Specifications

• Model: Panasonic Lumix S 26mm f/1.8 (S-R26)
• Mount: L-Mount
• Focal Length: 26mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Construction: Multiple elements in several groups (including aspherical and ED elements)
• Angle of View: 75°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.25m
• Maximum Magnification: 0.14x
• Filter Diameter: 67mm
• Dimensions: Compact and lightweight design
• Weight: Lightweight build for enhanced portability

Additional Benefits

Versatile and Reliable Performance

• High Image Quality: Ensures stunning image quality across various conditions and shooting scenarios, making it perfect for both professional and amateur use.
• Advanced Features: The wide-angle perspective and advanced optical design make it a versatile tool for both photographers and videographers.
• Enhanced Portability: Compact and lightweight design, ideal for travel and on-the-go shooting.

Creative Flexibility

• Ideal for Various Photography Genres: Suitable for landscape, street photography, environmental portraits, low-light photography, and general use.
• Video Friendly: Quiet autofocus and smooth operation make it an excellent choice for video production.