Along with the Panasonic Lumix DC-G95 (B&H/ Adorama), Panasonic also announced the new Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II ASPH Power OIS lens. It is a minor update to the original version, with the only change being the addition of some degree of weather-sealing. This new lens costs $597.99, first available for Pre-Order at B&H/ Adorama.
- Designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, this lens provides a 28-280mm equivalent focal length range to cover wide-angle to telephoto perspectives.
- Three aspherical elements and two extra-low dispersion elements combine to minimize spherical and chromatic aberrations, as well as distortion, throughout the zoom range for increased clarity and sharpness.
- Multi-coated elements help to suppress lens flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color accuracy.
- POWER O.I.S. compensates for camera shake in order to realize sharper photos and videos when shooting handheld.
- Stepping motor provides smooth and near-silent autofocus that pairs with an inner focusing design for quick performance. The AF system is also compatible with Lumix cameras’ high-speed contrast-detection systems for focusing speeds up to 240 fps.
- Splash and dust-resistant design benefits working in inclement weather conditions.
- Rounded seven-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when working with shallow depth of field techniques.
Below are the detailed specifications:
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
|---|---|---|
| Max Format size | FourThirds | |
| Focal length | 14–140 mm | |
| Image stabilization | Yes | |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F3.5–5.6 | |
| Minimum aperture | F22 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 14 | |
| Groups | 12 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 2 ED, 3 aspherical elements | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.30 m (11.81″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.5× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Stepper motor | |
| Full time manual | No | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 265 g (0.58 lb) | |
| Diameter | 67 mm (2.64″) | |
| Length | 75 mm (2.95″) | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) | |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Zoom lock | No | |
| Filter thread | 58 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | No | |
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