Panasonic Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S.
Lens for Micro Four Thirds · Announced January 2014
Official page on shop.panasonic.com (opens the maker's site in a new tab)
- Micro Four Thirds lens
- Telephoto
Typically A$1,863–A$2,449 new, from today's stores and the last 90 days
Best priceNew · in stock
A$1,999
at Digidirect9% below its 30-day average
- Used from
- A$1,387 at Digidirect31% under new
- Used, typically
- A$1,387
- Focal length: 42.5mm, 85mm equivalent
- Max aperture: f/1.2
- Optical stabilisation: Built in
- Autofocus motor: Stepping motor
- Weight: 425 g
- Weather sealing: No
- Max magnification: 0.10×, Focuses to 0.50 m
Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S. overview
The Panasonic Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S. is a 42.5mm f/1.2 prime for Micro Four Thirds cameras on Micro Four Thirds, announced by Panasonic in January 2014. 37 cameras we track take it without an adapter.
Going by its spec sheet, it suits portraits and low light. It is a weaker pick for rain and dust as well as close-ups.
New, it sells for A$1,999 to A$2,449 at the 2 stores we track in Australia that have it in stock; used and refurbished copies start at A$1,387. Over the last 90 days it has usually cost A$1,863 to A$2,449 new.
Worth comparing it with the OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 45mm F1.2 PRO, OM System M.Zuiko Digital 45mm F1.8 and OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm F2.8 Macro.
Where to buy the Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S. in Australia
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DigidirectLowest used
UsedIn stock
SN XT6KN001213 · Authorized dealer · MFT version
A$1,387
DigidirectBest price
NewIn stock
Authorized dealer · MFT version
A$1,999
Camera House
NewIn stock
Authorized dealer · MFT version
A$2,449
Digidirect
UsedOut of stock
Near mint · SN XT8JP101197 · Authorized dealer · MFT version
A$1,349
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Things to know
- 42.5mm prime, f/1.2; 85mm equivalent.
- Micro Four Thirds lens.
- Autofocus (Stepping motor motor); optical stabilisation.
- 425 g; 74 × 76.8 mm; 67mm filters.
- Focuses down to 0.50 m, up to 0.10× magnification.
- Not weather sealed.
- Used, it typically sells for about A$1,387 in Australia (asking prices over 21 days); today from A$1,387.
Good for
- Portraits (85–85mm-equivalent reach at f/1.2)
- Low light (f/1.2)
Not the best for
- Rain and dust (not weather sealed)
- Close-ups (0.10× magnification)
From the Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S.'s published specs, not from a review.
Price history
Price around the world
Cheapest in the US: about 15% under the Australian price before shipping and import tax.
Prices are in each market's own currency. Under each: ≈ in AUD at today's exchange rate. Body only; where a market lists only kits, its cheapest kit is shown and marked.
| Market | Lowest new | Lowest used/refurb |
|---|---|---|
| United StatesCheapest | $1,168.99≈ A$1,701 | $699.99≈ A$1,019 |
| United Kingdom | — | — |
| Europe | — | — |
| Australia(you) | A$1,999 | A$1,387 |
| Singapore | — | — |
Each price is in its own currency, as the store charges it. The ≈ figures are approximate, at today's exchange rate (ECB reference rates, 2026-11-06), rounded, and leave out shipping, import duty, GST/VAT and card fees. A camera bought abroad may not carry a local warranty: see grey-market cameras before you buy.
Used: what it should be worth
Should be worth, used
A$1,387
Usually A$1,368 to A$1,387 · 21 days, 26 listings
Cheapest used today
A$1,387
About what it usually goes for
| Month | Cheapest | Typical | Highest | Days seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | A$1,387 | A$1,387 | A$1,387 | 6 |
| Oct 2026 | A$1,349 | A$1,387 | A$1,387 | 15 |
From used and refurbished asking prices at the stores we track, checked every few hours. Confirmed eBay sale prices will be added once eBay grants us access to its sold-listings data.
Videos
Reviews, comparisons and sample footage of the Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S., on YouTube.
- Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S. reviewVideo reviews
- Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S. vs M.Zuiko Digital ED 45mm F1.2 PROSide-by-side comparisons
- Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S. sample photosSharpness, bokeh and flare
- LUMIX USA on YouTubeThe maker's official channel
Discussions & forums
What owners say about the Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S. elsewhere, and here.
- r/M43Micro Four Thirds owners
- r/photographyGeneral photography
- DPReview forumsFind the Panasonic forum
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Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 ASPH. Power O.I.S. specifications
Optics
- Focal length
- 42.5mm
- 35mm equivalent
- 85mm equivalent
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.2
- Minimum aperture
- f/16
- Made for
- Micro Four Thirds
- Elements / groups
- 14 / 11
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Closest focus
- 0.50 m
- Max magnification
- 0.10×
Focus & handling
- Autofocus
- Yes (Stepping motor)
- Optical stabilisation
- Yes
- Weather sealed
- No
- Internal zoom
- —
- Aperture ring
- Yes
- Teleconverter compatible
- No
Size & weight
- Weight
- 425 g
- Diameter × length
- 74 × 76.8 mm
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
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