Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4-6.3 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens
- Micro Four Thirds System
- 200-800mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
- 1 Aspherical ED, 1 UED and 2 ED Elements
- High-Speed 240 fps AF, Focus Limiter
- POWER O.I.S., Dual I.S. Compatibility
- Rotating Tripod Collar & Built-In Hood
- Weather-Resistant Construction
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
A Micro Four Thirds lens with a not-so-micro zoom range, the Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4-6.3 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic offers a truly expansive 200-800mm equivalent focal length range, yet retains a relatively compact stature to suit the Micro Four Thirds system. Characterized by its Leica branding, this sophisticated optic employs aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements to significantly reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range for a high degree of image clarity and sharpness. Also benefitting image sharpness, a POWER O.I.S. system, which is compatible with Lumix G camera's Dual I.S. function, helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting at longer focal lengths.
Benefitting both stills shooting and video recording, a 240 fps high-speed AF motor is both quiet and precise, and a focus limiter function can be employed to constrain the focusing range for even quicker performance. Additionally, the physical design of the lens utilizes a gapless construction that renders it both dust- and moisture-resistant for use in inclement conditions. And while its lightweight, compact form factor is suitable for handheld shooting, the 100-400mm f/4-6.3 also features a removable rotating tripod collar for fast switching between horizontal and vertical shooting orientations when working atop a monopod or tripod.
Bjorn Petersen
4 years ago
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 100 to 400mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 200 to 800mm) | f/4 to 6.3 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Format Compatibility | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Angle of View | 12° to 3.1° | |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.25x | |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 4.27' / 1.3 m | |
| Optical Design | 20 Elements in 13 Groups | |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9, Rounded | |
| Focus Type | Autofocus | |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | |
| Tripod Collar | Removable and Rotating | |
| Filter Size | 72 mm (Front) | |
| Dimensions (ø x L) | 3.27 x 6.75" / 83 x 171.5 mm | |
| Weight | 2.2 lb / 985 g |