Developed to be the workhorse for events, portraiture, and other mid-length subjects, the Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 OIS Lensis an L-mount telephoto zoom characterized by a bright f/2.8 constant maximum aperture and sophisticated optical and focusing performance. The optics layout incorporates several aspherical and low dispersion elements in order to minimize chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range for higher clarity, sharpness, and accurate rendering. Complementing the optics is a unique double focus system, which utilizes both a linear motor and a stepping motor, to provide especially fast and precise focusing performance. A focus clutch also enables especially quick switching between AF and MF settings for fine-tuned control. Additionally, an Optical Image Stabilizer reduces the effects of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting and the lens sports a weather-sealed design for use in harsh conditions.

L-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22    Three ED Elements, Two UED Elements    One Aspherical Element    Dual AF System: Linear & Stepping Motors    Optical Image Stabilizer    Weather-Sealed Construction    Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm    Removable, Rotating Tripod Collar    Arca-Type Compatible Lens Collar Foot

Telephoto zoom is designed for full-frame L-mount mirrorless cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 105-300mm equivalent focal length range.

Bright constant f/2.8 maximum aperture maintains consistent illumination throughout the zoom range and affords greater control over depth of field.

One aspherical element helps to minimize distortions and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range in order to maintain edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination.

Two ultra extra-low dispersion elements and three extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing in order to produce a high degree of clarity and color accuracy.

A double focus system employs both a linear motor and a stepping motor to deliver impressively fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance. A focus clutch mechanism has also been incorporated, which allows for near-instant AF/MF switching.

Focusing system has been designed to suppress focus breathing for greater versatility when used for video applications.

Optical Image Stabilizer minimizes the appearance of camera shake b for sharper handheld shooting, and also supports the Dual I.S. and Dual I.S. 2.0 functions for increased stabilization performance up to approximately seven stops.

Splash, dust, and freezeproof design benefits working in inclement weather conditions down to -14°F.

Rounded 11-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

Removable rotating tripod collar with Arca-type dovetail is included and benefits working with the lens atop a tripod or monopod.

Compatible with optional DMW-STC14 and DMW-STC20 teleconverters to further extend the reach of this lens.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this lens good for macros?

A: The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 O.I.S. Lens is not a macro lens. The minimum focus distance is 3.12'. At this distance, you will get a maximum magnification of 0.21x. Macro lenses have a maximum magnification of 1.0X.

Q: 2. Does this lens change length when zooming ?

A: No, it does not. The Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 OIS lens has rotary internal zooming; the lens does not physically extended when zooming the lens from 70mm to 200mm. The lens is weather-sealed.

Q: 3. Is this compatible with the Z CAM E2-M4?

A: It is not. This is an L-Mount lens. The E2M4 is an MFT mount camera.

Q: 4. Where is the Panasonic LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 manufactured?

A: As per our records, the Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 O.I.S. Lens BH #PA7020028S is manufactured in China. This would be subject to change at any time.

Q: 5. Does this lens have a lock switch?

A: The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/4 O.I.S. Lens does not have a zoom lock.

Q: 6. What is the range extender for this lens to make it even longer?

A: If you are referring to teleconverters, the Panasonic DMW-STC14 Lumix S 1.4x Teleconverter, B&H # PADMWSTC14, or the Panasonic DMW-TC20 2x Teleconverter, B&H # PADMWTC20, would both work for your usage needs. The Panasonic DMW-STC14 Lumix S 1.4x Teleconverter would make the lens the equivalent of a 98-280mm f/4 lens, while the Panasonic DMW-TC20 2x Teleconverter would make the lens the equivalent of a 140-400mm f/5.6 lens.

Q: 7. Is this as weather sealed as the Olympus 40-150?

A: The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/4 O.I.S. Lens is weather sealed just like the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO Lens.

Q: 8. Does this lens have any function buttons on it?

A: Yes it does!

Q: 9. Thoughts on the use of this lens for video? E.g., would it be practical on the Blackmagic Design Digital Cinema 6K Full Frame?

A: The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 O.I.S. Lens is an excellent focal length for longer video shots. It is important to to note, photography lenses have much less focus throw and are generally sharper than cinema lenses, so these features may not be ideal for storytelling, compared to a lens designed for video entirely.

Q: 10. L mount zoom

A: If you are asking, if this is a mount L lens mount? then yes. this is a L mount lens.