A long-reaching telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds cameras, the Lumix G Vario 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic spans an equivalent 200-600mm range, making it well-suited to wildlife, nature, and sports shooting. The optical design incorporates one extra-low dispersion element to reduce color fringing throughout the zoom range, as well as to provide improved clarity and color accuracy. Benefitting the optics, the lens also houses a quick, quiet, and precise linear autofocus motor as well as a POWER Optical Image Stabilizer, which supports the Dual I.S. function in select Lumix cameras. Additionally, the lens also sports a splash and dustproof construction for use in trying environmental conditions.
- Micro Four Thirds System
- 200-600mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
- One Extra-Low Dispersion Element
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II Overview
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II Specs
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Panasonic Lumix G Vario 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II Reviews
A Winner in My Book
I normally shoot sports using a Nikon D750 with the Tamron G2's, either the 70-200mm or the 150-600mm. But this is a very heavy kit, so I decided to try my Panasonic G85 and purchased this lens. I also wanted to achieve a slightly higher frame rate with the G85. I've only taken the lens on one shoot so far, but I was pleasantly surprised. Attached is a sample image: 1/1000, f5.6, ISO 800 at 246 mm (about 500 mm equivalent), RAW converted to JPEG. I was shooting from behind the fence in centerfield using a tripod to help with framing. I think the result is exceptional, both in resolution and color. And this shot is a vertical crop from a landscape image. I haven't really tested the lens with the image stabilization, or for video, but I am pleased with its performance in my first foray, and I believe it represents surprising value in terms of price. My rating of 4 stars may not be fair. It should be 5 stars with an asterisk, but I clipped it because of the variable aperture, not any inherent flaw in the lens itself. I covet the same lens, but with a fixed f4 aperture throughout the zoom range.
Great affordable telephoto!
This lens is the best affordable telephoto for m4/3 cameras. My camera body is a Lumix DC-G100 and this lens works perfectly with it. Power image stabilization is great and makes up for the fact my body doesn't have built-in stabilization for still photos. I've been able to get some nice shots at 300mm handheld. Lens seems to be well built and possibly weighs more than my camera body. Not the fastest lens out there, but a lot of bang for your buck, in my opinion. Can't go wrong with it. Highly recommend!