The Panasonic Lumix S 40mm F2 is one of the best all-round “standard” focal length lenses for enthusiast and professional photographers. Here's where it excels, where it falls short, and who should buy it.Key Features and Benefits of the Panasonic Lumix S 40mm F2Small size, 41mm in length and low weight, just 144 gThree aspherical elements to reduce spherical aberration, coma, distortion and enhance sharpnessProgrammable focus ringProgrammable buttonWeatherproofingFluorine coating to protect front element from water drying marks, fingerprintsAccessible pricingKevin Carter's Verdict⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Best for: Street, photojournalism, landscape, people and travelAvoid if: No reason; there are no real shortcomingsBottom line: O
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