Is the panasonic lumix g x 12 35mm f 2 8 ii good for vlogging?

It's usable for vlogging, but it isn't my first pick. On Micro Four Thirds, the 12mm wide end gives a 24mm full-frame view, and the video guide warns that 24mm crops you tight at arm's length once stabilisation crops in further. The ideal is around 16-20mm equivalent, so you'll have less room than you'd like.

The lens is stabilised and has autofocus, which helps handheld footage. Its f/2.8 aperture is more than you need for vlogging, and it's a fairly large zoom to hold out at arm's length for minutes.

If you already own a Micro Four Thirds body and this lens, it will work, especially if you shoot from a little further back. Check that the camera has a front-flipping screen and a microphone input, since those matter more than the lens. For background on the format, see the sensor sizes page.

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