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Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8

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Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8

Focal length
18 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
340 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
18 cm
Length
82 mm
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At a Glance

This ultra-wide prime for L-Mount and full frame offers an 18 mm focal length and an f/1.8 aperture. That allows shorter shutter times in low light, for example under a night sky. The lens is weather sealed and focuses down to 18 cm. It also suits landscapes, architecture and interiors.

Good for

  • Landscape
  • Architecture
  • Interiors
  • Night sky

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
18 mm
Max. focal length
18 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.8
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
13
Groups
12
Weight
340 g (0.75 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
18 cm (7.09 in)
Max. magnification
1:5 (0.2×)
Length
82 mm (3.23 in)
Diameter
73.6 mm (2.9 in)
Announced
September 2022

Manufacturer data: panasonic.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 fit?

The Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 is a full-frame lens for L-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C L-Mount cameras its field of view equals 27 mm in full-frame terms.

L-Mount cameras

Full frame:
Leica SL3-P,Leica SL3-S,Sigma BF,Panasonic Lumix S1II,Panasonic Lumix S1IIE,Panasonic Lumix S1RII,Leica SL3,Panasonic Lumix S9,Blackmagic PYXIS 6K,Panasonic Lumix S5II,Panasonic Lumix S5IIX,Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K,Panasonic Lumix BS1H,Leica SL2-S,Panasonic Lumix S5,Sigma fp L,Leica SL2,Panasonic Lumix S1,Panasonic Lumix S1R,Panasonic Lumix S1H,Sigma fp,Leica SL (Typ 601)
APS-C:
Leica CL,Leica TL2,Leica TL,Leica T (Typ 701)

Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar L-Mount lenses.

LensPanasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8Sigma 20mm F2.0 DG DN | CVenus Laowa Aksen 17.5mm F1.7 5-10X Ultra Macro APO
Focal length18 mm16 mm20 mm17.5 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/1.8f/2f/1.7
Weight340 g550 g370 g570 g
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm62 mm–
Min. focus distance18 cm27 cm22 cm–
Length82 mm103 mm72.4 mm127.5 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesno
Image stabilizationnononono
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Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8: FAQ

Does the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 have autofocus?

Yes, the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 has autofocus.

Does the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 have image stabilization?

No, the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 weigh?

The Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 weighs 340 g. It is 82 mm long with a diameter of 73.6 mm.

What filter size does the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 use?

The Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 is 18 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 27 mm in full-frame terms.

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