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product_id: 266936522
title: "Panasonic LUMIX G LENS, 42.5MM, F1.7 ASPH., MIRRORLESS MICRO FOUR THIRDS, POWER OPTICAL I.S., H-HS043K (USA BLACK)"
brand: "panasonic"
price: "R13096"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Panasonic"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/266936522-panasonic-lumix-g-lens-42-5mm-f1-7-asph-mirrorless
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# POWER O.I.S. Stabilization 42.5mm (85mm eq.) Precision Focal Length F1.7 Bright Aperture Panasonic LUMIX G LENS, 42.5MM, F1.7 ASPH., MIRRORLESS MICRO FOUR THIRDS, POWER OPTICAL I.S., H-HS043K (USA BLACK)

**Brand:** panasonic
**Price:** R13096
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Elevate your frame — sharp, steady, stunning every shot!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Panasonic LUMIX G LENS, 42.5MM, F1.7 ASPH., MIRRORLESS MICRO FOUR THIRDS, POWER OPTICAL I.S., H-HS043K (USA BLACK) by panasonic
- **How much does it cost?** R13096 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/266936522-panasonic-lumix-g-lens-42-5mm-f1-7-asph-mirrorless)

## Best For

- panasonic enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted panasonic brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Steady Shots, Every Time:** POWER Optical Image Stabilizer minimizes blur for crisp photos and smooth videos.
- • **Pinpoint Focus in Any Light:** Instantaneous 240fps autofocus ensures razor-sharp images even in low-light scenarios.
- • **Elevate Your Visual Storytelling:** 85mm equivalent focal length offers flattering mid-telephoto perspective for impactful compositions.
- • **Compact Powerhouse for Mirrorless:** Lightweight 130g design fits perfectly on Micro Four Thirds cameras without bulk.
- • **Capture Stunning Portraits with Bokeh Magic:** Bright F1.7 aperture delivers creamy background blur for professional-grade portraits.

## Overview

The Panasonic LUMIX G 42.5mm F1.7 ASPH lens is a compact, lightweight mid-telephoto prime designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. Featuring a bright F1.7 aperture, POWER Optical Image Stabilizer, and fast 240fps autofocus, it excels in low-light portrait photography with beautiful background blur and sharp, vibrant images.

## Description

LUMIX G 42.5mm /F1.7 ASPH. / POWER O.I.S.

Review: Lens received with rare and front cap along with lens hood. The mount is metallic but the rest of the lens is plastic but seems to be durable. Used as portrait lens, produced very sharp, contrasty and saturated colours. It is quite sharp at f1.7 & produced beautiful blurred background. The focus is instantaneous, even in poor light. Videos were good, specially when shot in good light. Excellent buy, price is reasonable. Thanks.
Review: I researched this product a lot before buying. It is a photography game changer. It creates such a great look to images - nice subject focus with beautiful background blur. Love it. It has improved my overall photography standard massively. It is also a very good price considering how great it is. It is basically as good as everyone says it is.

## Features

- F1.7 Large Diameter and Mid Telephoto 85mm Focal Length; Mount: Micro Four Thirds mount
- 31cm Closest Focusing Distance
- POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) / 240fps Drive AF
- Perfect for low light photography with a bright F1.7 aperture.
- Focal Length, f 42.5mm (35mm camera equivalent 85mm).Maximum Magnification Approx. 0.2x / 0.4x (35mm camera equivalent)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00H36U69Y |
| Best Sellers Rank | #118,381 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #159 in Mirrorless Camera Lenses |
| Item model number | H-HS043K |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic |
| Product Dimensions | 5.59 x 5.59 x 5.59 cm; 130 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Panasonic
- **Compatible mountings:** Micro Four Thirds
- **Focal length description:** 42.5 millimeters
- **Lens type:** Telephoto

## Images

![Panasonic LUMIX G LENS, 42.5MM, F1.7 ASPH., MIRRORLESS MICRO FOUR THIRDS, POWER OPTICAL I.S., H-HS043K (USA BLACK) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61a8gCwU+VL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***. on 18 July 2019*

Lens received with rare and front cap along with lens hood. The mount is metallic but the rest of the lens is plastic but seems to be durable. Used as portrait lens, produced very sharp, contrasty and saturated colours. It is quite sharp at f1.7 & produced beautiful blurred background. The focus is instantaneous, even in poor light. Videos were good, specially when shot in good light. Excellent buy, price is reasonable. Thanks.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***O on 28 June 2025*

I researched this product a lot before buying. It is a photography game changer. It creates such a great look to images - nice subject focus with beautiful background blur. Love it. It has improved my overall photography standard massively. It is also a very good price considering how great it is. It is basically as good as everyone says it is.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***Y on 17 October 2016*

Took this lens out for the first time to shoot a college cheer team at a football game and I am in love with it. The game was in the evening and it did fantastic in low light. Crystal clear and at 1.7 the bokeh is stunning. I am not a professional and did the shoot as a favor, the team and coach loved the results. The only thing I found lacking was that at 85mm M4/3 equivalent you won't be getting great close-ups unless you can move in close to your subject, luckily I had free reign to move around as they cheered. Getting whole-team pictures also meant going way up into the stands or switching lenses. This is not the lens' fault, just a friendly FYI to help you pick the right lens for your application. This is a great mid range lens that takes beautiful run and gun portraits when you have to be fast and everyone is constantly moving. Very glad I bought this lens and the price is a bargain for what you get.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-03-03*