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Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens

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Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens
Key Features
  • Micro Four Thirds System
  • 24-120mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • Four Aspherical Elements
Spanning a useful wide-angle to short telephoto range, the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is a 24-120mm equivalent zoom designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. Designed in collaboration with Leica, this versatile lens utilizes four aspherical elements and two extra-low dispersion elements to deliver well-corrected, sharp image quality that is void of color fringing and distortions. The lens also makes use of a linear motor for fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance, and the POWER Optical Image Stabilizer system helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. Additionally, the durable metal body of the lens renders it splash, dust, and freezeproof to suit its use in trying environmental conditions.
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Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.... Overview

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Spanning a useful wide-angle to short telephoto range, the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is a 24-120mm equivalent zoom designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. Designed in collaboration with Leica, this versatile lens utilizes four aspherical elements and two extra-low dispersion elements to deliver well-corrected, sharp image quality that is void of color fringing and distortions. The lens also makes use of a linear motor for fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance, and the POWER Optical Image Stabilizer system helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. Additionally, the durable metal body of the lens renders it splash, dust, and freezeproof to suit its use in trying environmental conditions.

Standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, this lens provides a 24-120mm equivalent focal length range.
Four aspherical elements and two extra-low dispersion elements contribute to minimizing chromatic and spherical aberrations and various distortions in order to produce a high degree of clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy.
Linear autofocus motor delivers fast AF performance that is also precise, smooth, and near-silent to benefit both stills and video applications.
POWER Optical Image Stabilizer minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, and also supports the Dual I.S. function for increased stabilization performance.
Splash, dust, and freezeproof design benefits working in inclement weather conditions.
Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.
UPC: 885170306691

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.... Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
12 to 60mm (35mm Equivalent: 24 to 120mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8 to 4
Lens Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Lens Format Coverage
Micro Four Thirds
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
62 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8 to 4
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Lens Format Coverage
Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View
84° to 20°
Minimum Focus Distance
7.87" / 20 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.3x
Optical Design
14 Elements in 12 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
9, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
62 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.69 x 3.39" / 68.4 x 86 mm
Length at Maximum Extension
4.72" / 120 mm
Weight
11.29 oz / 320 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.26 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.1 x 5.4 x 4.5"

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.... Reviews

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question

Will all of automatic the features on this lens work with the JVC Gyls300? And is there a crop factor with this and the JVc?
Asked by: Anonymous
it would be a 1.5 crop. could B
Answered by: Eric
Date published: 2019-09-02

question

Is the smooth aperture changes so there are no sudden jumps in exposure compatible with the GH4 ? I got it to work on my GH5 by setting auto-exposure mode and blocked ISO and Shutter Speed, but it doesn't seem to work on my GH4.
Asked by: Emeric C.
The Panasonic GH4 when using some of the newer lenses, works better in an "M", or "P" mode.
Answered by: Leonard E
Date published: 2019-08-23

I have a Olympus Pen F. Can I use all the ...

I have a Olympus Pen F. Can I use all the features of the lens? For example. Auto focus, etc.
Asked by: Onur
Yes this is compatible with Olympus Pen F
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2021-01-28

question

Can this lens be used as a step zoom?
Asked by: David D.
The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens must be zoomed manually by turning the zoom ring built into the lens. The lens does not have automatic zoom and does not provide step zooming.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

will this work on a GH5?

will this work on a GH5?
Asked by: noble
Yes, they both have the micro four thirds mounts.
Answered by: Victor
Date published: 2020-06-22

question

Is this lens internal focus?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, this lens will internally focus.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Can this lens works with any Micro Four Thirds System, such as new Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 4K?
Asked by: Nasser A.
Yes, the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens should be compatible for use with the Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2020-08-20

Is this lens compatible with an Olympus PEN Lite ...

Is this lens compatible with an Olympus PEN Lite E-PL7 camera?
Asked by: Darrell
Yes Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens is compatible with the Olympus PEN E-PL7 Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds Digital Camera
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2022-05-16
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