Best Lenses under £400 for video production

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Panasonic Meike 35mm f0.95 Large Aperture Manual Focus APS-C

63 Video/Cinema Score
35mm f/0.95 Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this

Its exceptionally fast f/0.95 aperture enables extreme background blur and low-light shooting on Micro Four Thirds cameras. The lens is also broadly compatible with a wide range of Panasonic and Olympus bodies, offering a manual alternative to native autofocus options. This lens is best for portrait photographers and videographers on a budget who prioritize shallow depth of field and don't mind manual focusing.

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Best Lenses under £800 for video production

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Panasonic 12-60mm f/2.8-4.0 G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit Power OIS

84.1 Video/Cinema Score
12-60mm f/2.8 Micro Four Thirds IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

With a constant f/2.8 aperture and built-in stabilization, it delivers reliable performance in a compact Micro Four Thirds zoom lens. Its versatile 12-60mm focal range and strong video score make it a practical all-rounder for travel and run-and-gun filmmaking. This lens is best for Micro Four Thirds shooters who need a lightweight, stabilized zoom for everyday photography and handheld video work.

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Panasonic LUMIX G X Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH POWER O.I.S.

82.6 Video/Cinema Score
35mm f/2.8 Micro Four Thirds IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its constant f/2.8 aperture and built-in POWER O.I.S. stabilization make it a versatile, fast wide-angle zoom for Micro Four Thirds cameras. The lens offers a practical 24-70mm full-frame equivalent focal range in a compact, 306g package, balancing performance with portability. It is best for photographers needing a reliable, all-purpose zoom for everyday shooting and stabilized video work.

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Panasonic LUMIX G Vario HFSA100300

72.7 Video/Cinema Score
100-300mm f/4 Micro Four Thirds IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

This lens offers a significant 600mm equivalent reach in a compact 522g package, making it a highly portable telephoto option for Micro Four Thirds shooters. Its built-in optical image stabilization is a key feature for handheld shooting at long focal lengths, helping to mitigate camera shake. It is best for travel and wildlife photographers on a budget who need a lightweight, long-reach lens without the premium price tag.

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Best Lenses under £1,000 for video production

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Best Lenses under £2,000 for video production

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Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Summilux Leica DG Vario-Summilux 25-50mm f/1.7 ASPH.

82.5 Video/Cinema Score
25-50mm f/1.7 Micro Four Thirds Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its constant f/1.7 aperture across the 25-50mm zoom range provides exceptional low-light capability and background blur for a Micro Four Thirds lens. It meets strict Leica optical standards, ensuring professional-grade sharpness and rendering for photographers and videographers. This lens is best for Panasonic LUMIX shooters prioritizing portrait work and run-and-gun video where a fast, consistent aperture is critical.

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Premium Lenses for video production

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