Along with the Panasonic Lumix G9, Panasonic also announced the Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm F2.8 Power OIS lens. This is a fast telephoto prime lens, featuring 15 elements, optical image stabilization, a ‘triple linear motor system’ for still and video capture, weather-sealed and freezeproof and an AF-on button.
Panasonic Leica DG 200mm F2.8 costs $2,997.99, available for pre-order at Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama.
Below are the detailed specifications:
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | FourThirds | |
| Focal length | 200 mm | |
| Image stabilization | Yes | |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F2.8 | |
| Minimum aperture | F22 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 15 | |
| Groups | 13 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 2 ultra extra-low dispersion + Nano Surface Coating | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 1.15 m (45.28″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.2× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Stepper motor | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Focus distance limiter | Yes | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1245 g (2.74 lb) | |
| Diameter | 88 mm (3.46″) | |
| Length | 174 mm (6.85″) | |
| Materials | Magnesium alloy | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Filter thread | 77.0 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | Yes | |
| Other | ||
| Notes | Includes 1.4x teleconverter | |
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