Renetium
Renetium is all about photography looking at various cameras, lenses and accessories.
Over the years, we have used various cameras and various lenses mainly from the Panasonic Lumix G range, and similar cameras and lenses from other brands like Nikon, Sony, Canon, and Olympus.
We share personal views, descriptions and photos of these items.
We explain some general terminology and provide some useful links.
You have the opportunity to discuss photography equipment.
Panasonic Lumix G camera bodies
These are mirrorless cameras which means without a mirror box, the system allows for much more compact and lighter bodies and lenses than classic DSLR cameras.
The G range is first of the mirrorless range. The G1 was first launched in 2008 as the world's first Digital Single Lens Mirrorless (DSLM) camera and marked the launch of the Micro Four Thirds System standard. This original has a resolution of 12.1MP.
The GH range provides an all-round camera with a strength in shooting videos for full-HD movies.
The GF range provides a compact and lightweight set of cameras. The GF1 was launched in 2009 and the smallest and lightest DSLM camera at the time. The GF1 reduced 35% in the volume and 26% in the weight of the DMC-G1.
Panasonic Lumix G interchangeable lenses
Panasonic Lumix G lenses come with a micro four thirds mount and Optical Image Stabilisation (O.I.S.)
The 20mm 'pancake' lens is a favourite due to its compact size which makes it a suitable lens for the lightweight compact GF camera range. The 20mm focus length is great for everyday use. Note that a Micro Four Thirds 20mm lens is 35mm equivalent is 40mm
The 25mm prime lens is useful for general purpose photography and especially portrait photos. Note that a Micro Four Thirds 25mm lens is 35mm equivalent is 50mm
The 14-42mm zoom lens is the standard kit lens you normally find paired with the early G range cameras. It provides a decent zoom range for day to day photos. Note that a Micro Four Thirds 14-42mm lens is 35mm equivalent is 28mm - 84mm
The 45-200mm lens is a great telephoto lens for those distant shots. Note that a Micro Four Thirds 45-200mm lens is 35mm equivalent is 90mm - 400mm