Panasonic
LUMIX S 35mm F1.8
Leica L Mount
LUMIX S 35mm F1.8 — 35mm f/1.8 for Leica L, a popular choice in the panasonic lineup.
$599
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
Panasonic
LUMIX S 50mm F1.8
Leica L Mount
LUMIX S 50mm F1.8 — 50mm f/1.8 for Leica L, a popular choice in the panasonic lineup.
$449
Launch priceReleased Nov 2020
LUMIX S 35mm F1.8 is 2 years newer.
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Wins
LUMIX S 35mm F1.8
Wins
LUMIX S 50mm F1.8
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALUMIX S 35mm F1.8 has higher Max magnification (0.22 × vs 0.15 ×)
- ALUMIX S 35mm F1.8 has lower Min focus distance (24 cm vs 30 cm)
- ALUMIX S 35mm F1.8 has lower Length (82 mm vs 92 mm)
- ALUMIX S 35mm F1.8 has lower Diameter (73.6 mm vs 81 mm)
- ALUMIX S 35mm F1.8 has lower Weight (295 g vs 300 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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LUMIX S 35mm F1.8
⌀74 × 82 mm
295 g (0.65 lb / 10.41 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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LUMIX S 50mm F1.8
⌀81 × 92 mm
300 g (0.66 lb / 10.58 oz)
LUMIX S 35mm F1.8 is 10mm shorter and 7mm narrower than LUMIX S 50mm F1.8.
LUMIX S 35mm F1.8 is 5 g lighter than LUMIX S 50mm F1.8.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the LUMIX S 35mm F1.8
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 1 ED
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only LUMIX S 35mm F1.8 supports it
- ✓
Min focus distance
24 cm vs 30 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
82 mm vs 92 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
73.6 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.22 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
295 g vs 300 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose the LUMIX S 50mm F1.8
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
LUMIX S 35mm F1.8
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
- ✓Native Leica L mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
LUMIX S 50mm F1.8
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
- ✓Native Leica L mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.