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GX7 and lumix G 20mm II focus speed and noise.

Started Aug 28, 2013 | Discussions
hinting
hinting Contributing Member • Posts: 861
GX7 and lumix G 20mm II focus speed and noise.
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I tried the lumix G 20mm II on a pre-production GX7.

It is focusing much faster and quieter. I thought something is new with the lens, but I am wrong.

I tried my lumix G 20mm version one on the GX7, it is exactly the same, faster and quieter.

So the GX7 is actually now optimized for the 20mm lens AF motor, no matter old or new. It is really a cosmetic change.

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ntsan Senior Member • Posts: 1,029
Re: GX7 and lumix G 20mm II focus speed and noise.

Thanks for the update!

So the II is just cosmetic change and slightly better flare control, I wonder if Panasonic is gonna update the older body for the new AF algorithm for 20mm?

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