Optimized for close-up shooting, the Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 45mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. from Panasonic is a short-telephoto, 90mm equivalent prime for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. Designed to strict tolerances in collaboration with Leica, this lens's optical design makes use of aspherical and extra-low dispersion glass elements to reduce aberrations and distortion for notable sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy. Multi-coated elements also contribute to a reduction in lens flare and a floating elements system helps to maintain consistent image quality throughout the focusing range. As a macro lens, a maximum magnification of 1:1 is possible for life-size rendering, along with a minimum focusing distance of 5.9" for working with close-up subjects. An internal focusing mechanism maintains the overall length of the lens during use and MEGA O.I.S. is also featured to reduce the appearance of camera shake when shooting handheld.
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Key Features
- Micro Four Thirds System
- 90mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
- One ED Element, One Aspherical Element
Optimized for close-up shooting, the Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 45mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. from Panasonic is a short-telephoto, 90mm equivalent prime for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. Designed to strict tolerances in collaboration with Leica, this lens's optical design makes use of aspherical and extra-low dispersion glass elements to reduce aberrations and distortion for notable sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy. Multi-coated elements also contribute to a reduction in lens flare and a floating elements system helps to maintain consistent image quality throughout the focusing range. As a macro lens, a maximum magnification of 1:1 is possible for life-size rendering, along with a minimum focusing distance of 5.9" for working with close-up subjects. An internal focusing mechanism maintains the overall length of the lens during use and MEGA O.I.S. is also featured to reduce the appearance of camera shake when shooting handheld.
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Panasonic Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 45mm f/2.8 Overview
Short telephoto prime lens is designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless digital cameras and provides a 90mm equivalent focal length.
Ideal for macro shooting, this lens offers a life-size 1:1 maximum magnification along with a minimum focusing distance of 5.9" to suit working with close-up subjects.
One extra-low dispersion element is used to control chromatic aberrations and color fringing for increased clarity and color accuracy. Additionally, an aspherical element is featured in the optical design, too, to reduce spherical aberration and distortion for improved sharpness and resolution.
Individual elements have been multi-coated to effectively reduce lens flare and ghosting for improved contrast when working in strong lighting conditions.
An internal focusing mechanism along with a floating elements design promotes faster, more responsive focusing performance as well as consistent image quality throughout the focusing range.
A focus limit switch lets you adjust the focusing range from 5.9" to infinity or from 1.6' to infinity for faster focusing performance when working with distant subjects.
MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer minimizes the appearance of camera shake to benefit handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
UPC: 037988263837
Panasonic Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 45mm f/2.8 Specs
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Panasonic Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 45mm f/2.8 Reviews
Excellent Macro Lens
By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-01-05
A pleasure to shoot with. Great for macro work - flowers, eyeballs and bugs YES! Also a great portrait lens - you can capture some great shots with excellent bokeh. The lens is Leica branded for a reason. Very sharp.
Great Optics
By Rene
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-03-09
Evaluating this lens with the Olympus E-M1 Mark II. Excellent lens optics and sharp images. Construction: The lens is extremely light in weight, auto focus is very slow (user guide states that focusing takes time) with the Olympus Pro Lenses the focusing is instantaneous. In manual mode the focusing is OK but not as silky smooth as the Olympus Pro Lenses. The feel of the lens and construction is also not up to par with Olympus Pro Lenses. Purchased this lens because Olympus does not make a Pro Macro Lens. Also, the built in lens O.I.S. and focus stacking are not compatible with the E-M1 Mark II. Not an issue, because the len's O.I.S. can be manually turned off and the camera's image stabilization works flawlessly. I ran tests using a Gitzo tripod, focusing rail, manual focus, with self timer. (Cable Release on backorder). The image quality, and sharpness are outstanding. This lens optically is 1:1, in 35 mm format, on a four thirds cameras it is 2:1 because of 2x magnification. Note: the lens is listed as f2.8, at the closest focus it is f5.6. Mentioning this if you are using an exposure meter, when on camera the metering system compensates and no adjustment is required. Yes I would recommend this lens.
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I saw that it's made in Japan in 2014. Is it ...
I saw that it's made in Japan in 2014. Is it still made there?
Hi! Yes, this model is still made in Japan. -A
Date published: 2024-10-20
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Country of origin? Is this lens made in Japan?
The Panasonic Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 45mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens is made in Japan.
Date published: 2023-02-22
Is this lens dual I.S. (lens and body) ...
Is this lens dual I.S. (lens and body) compatible?
Typically out of the box, it is not, however a firmware update is available to allow for this.
Version:1.1Issues Addressed:1. Dual I.S.( Image Stabilizer ) is available by this firmware update.(in case of the usage of Camera with this function)
2. Dual I.S.：Innovative Handshake Correction System by the ideal combination of lens I.S and Body I.S.Release Date:12-8-2015Operating Systems:Windows
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Date published: 2024-10-20
Does this lease work on Leica CL which is APSC?
Does this lease work on Leica CL which is APSC?
Unfortunately, this lens would not fit on Leica CL which uses the Leica L mount. This lens is for the Micro 4/3 mount cameras like a Panasonic GH5.
Date published: 2019-09-20
Is this lens compatible with the focus stacking ...
Is this lens compatible with the focus stacking and HDR in Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark iii?
Thank you for reaching out. We are not able to fully guarantee functionality with third party products, however we would kindly recommend you to check this aspect with the other manufacturer as well.
Date published: 2023-02-26
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Does the lens image stabilization work with a Olympus E-M5 mark 2?
Yes, the image stabilization will work on that camera since the lens has it built in and the camera powers the lens.
Date published: 2023-02-22
Will this lens work on a Panasonic DMW-FZ300 ...
Will this lens work on a Panasonic DMW-FZ300 Lumix Camera?
No, the FZ300 is not an interchangeable lens camera. You cannot add lenses to the FZ300.
Date published: 2020-07-27
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Why is this lens more than double the price of the Panasonic Lumix G Macro 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens ??? Where's the difference besides the 10mm?
This lens is more expensive based on the Leica glass used in it and since there is both one ED lens element, one aspherical element and a multi-layer coating. It also offers a full and limit control for the autofocus depending which is used depending on the distance of the subject. The Lumix G Macro 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens only has one aspherical element along with a multi-layer coating and lacks the focus control.
Date published: 2024-10-20