Panasonic Telephoto Zoom | 50-200mm f2.8-4 ASPH O.I.S. Leica DG Vario-E

AT A GLANCE

• Micro Four Thirds System
• 100-400mm (35mm Equivalent)
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
• Two UED Elements, Two ED Elements
• Two Aspherical Elements, One UHR Element
• Nano Surface Coating
• High-Speed 240 fps AF System
• POWER Optical Image Stabilizer
• Splash, Dust, and Freezeproof Design
• Filter Thread 67mm

DESCRIPTION

A flexible optic ideal for wildlife, outdoor, and nature photography, the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is a 100-400mm equivalent zoom designed in collaboration with Leica for Micro Four Thirds cameras. The long reach is complemented by a bright f/2.8-4 maximum aperture range, which benefits working in low-light conditions and also affords control over depth of field for isolating subjects. The optical design incorporates several low dispersion elements, two aspherical elements, and an ultra-high refractive index element to control both chromatic and spherical aberrations for improved clarity and sharpness. A Nano Surface Coating has also been applied to limit flare and ghosting for increased contrast and colour fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.

Benefitting both stills shooting and video recording, a 240 fps high-speed AF motor offers quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance. Also, a POWER Optical Image Stabilizer will compensate for camera shake and works with Panasonic’s Dual I.S. and Dual I.S. 2.0 in-camera stabilization functions to minimize the appearance of camera shake. Additionally, the physical design of the lens is dust- and moisture-resistant, as well as freeze-proof, for use in inclement shooting conditions.

• With a 100-400mm equivalent focal length range on Micro Four Thirds cameras, this telephoto prime is well suited to working with distant subject matter.
• Bright f/2.8-4 maximum aperture range excels when working in difficult lighting conditions and provides increased control over depth of field.
• Two ultra extra-low dispersion elements and two extra-low dispersion elements minimize various aberrations in order to produce a high degree of clarity, sharpness, and colour accuracy.
• Two aspherical elements and one ultra high refractive index element help to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations for improved sharpness and accurate rendering throughout the zoom range.
• Nano Surface Coating has been applied to individual elements to reduce flare and ghosting for improved contrast and colour neutrality.
• POWER Optical Image Stabilizer minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, and also supports the Dual I.S. and Dual I.S. 2.0 functions for increased stabilization performance.
• A 240 fps AF motor offers fast, precise, and near-silent focusing performance to benefit both stills shooting and video recording applications.
• Splash, dust, and freezeproof design benefits working in inclement weather conditions down to -14°F. Compatible with optional 1.4x and 2x teleconverters to further extend the effective reach.

SPECIFICATIONS

Focal Length 50 – 200mm
Comparable 35mm Focal Length 100 – 400 mm
Aperture
Maximum: f/2.8 – 4
Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View 24° – 6.2°
Minimum Focus Distance 2.46′ (75 cm)
Magnification 0.25x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:4
Elements/Groups 21 / 15
Diaphragm Blades 9, Rounded
Image Stabilization Yes
Autofocus Yes
Filter Thread Front: 67 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 2.99 x 5.20″ (76 x 132 mm)
Weight 1.44 lb (655 g)

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap for Lumix G Lenses
• Lens Hood
• Lens Storage Bag