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Panasonic LUMIX G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens

BH #PA451754XB • MFR #H-PS45175K
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Panasonic LUMIX G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens
Key Features
  • Micro Four Thirds System
  • 90-350mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
  • Two Aspherical Elements, Two ED Elements
Spanning a versatile telephoto range, the LUMIX G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. from Panasonic is a 90-350mm equivalent lens designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. The lens's optical design includes a pair of aspherical elements and a pair of extra-low dispersion elements, which help to control aberrations, distortion, and color fringing in order to realize a sharp, color-accurate image quality, and a floating elements system is also used to maintain clarity throughout the zoom and focus ranges. A Nano Surface Coating has also been applied to suppress lens flare and ghosting for greater contrast when working in harsh lighting conditions.
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Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 Overview

Spanning a versatile telephoto range, the LUMIX G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. from Panasonic is a 90-350mm equivalent lens designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. The lens's optical design includes a pair of aspherical elements and a pair of extra-low dispersion elements, which help to control aberrations, distortion, and color fringing in order to realize a sharp, color-accurate image quality, and a floating elements system is also used to maintain clarity throughout the zoom and focus ranges. A Nano Surface Coating has also been applied to suppress lens flare and ghosting for greater contrast when working in harsh lighting conditions.

Complementing the imaging capabilities, this lens is also characterized by its power zoom design that affords smooth, controllable zoom adjustment via a built-in switch. POWER O.I.S. also helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting and a stepping AF motor, along with internal focusing design, contributes to quick, quiet focus performance to suit both photo and video applications.

Long-reaching telephoto zoom is designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras and provides a 90-350mm equivalent focal length range.
A pair of aspherical elements help reduce spherical aberrations and distortion in order to achieve notable sharpness and accurate rendering.
Two extra-low dispersion elements suppress chromatic aberrations and color fringing for improved clarity and color accuracy.
Floating elements system is used to maintain consistent image quality throughout the zoom and focus ranges.
A Nano Surface Coating has been applied to individual elements to noticeably reduce lens flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.
Stepping AF motor and internal focus design provides smooth and quiet focusing performance that is well-suited to both photo and video use.
POWER Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) minimizes the appearance of camera shake to realize sharper imagery when shooting handheld.
Power zoom design affords a smooth, controllable zooming motion that is adjustable via the built-in zoom lever.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.
UPC: 885170052291

Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 Specs

Focal Length
45 to 175mm (35mm Equivalent: 90 to 350mm)
Aperture
Maximum: f/4 to 5.6
Minimum: f/22
Lens Mount
Micro Four Thirds
Lens Format Coverage
Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View
27° to 7.1°
Minimum Focus Distance
2.95' / 90 cm
Magnification
1:5 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.2x Magnification
Optical Design
14 Elements in 10 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
Yes
Filter Size
46 mm (Front)
Dimensions
ø: 2.43 x L: 3.54" / ø: 61.6 x L: 90 mm
Weight
7.41 oz / 210 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.81 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.5 x 4.8 x 3.5"

Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 Reviews

Great lens. Size x Performance

By Alan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-08

I have owned the 150-400/4.5 1.25x in the past and currently have the 50-200/2.8. This is a fraction of the performance at a fraction of the price. But the specific drops in performance and incredible difference in price makes this a 5 star product. I bought this to supplement my 50-200/2.8. The size is the key differentiator. You can look at the precise dimensions but the easiest way to think about it is that *subjectively* this feels like the burden of a just a iPhone Pro Max. It fits into a jacket pocket or waist bag easily. With lens corrections, chromatic aberrations are well controlled and you don’t get purple or green fringing. The images always look clean. You give up light gathering and sharpness. The drop in sharpness is also really interesting since the center sharpness and macro contrast is high. Again, you can look at MTF charts or measurements but subjectively, the loss in sharpness is similar to the loss in sharpness you get with the 150-400/4.5 or 50-200/2.8 at higher ISOs. At high ISOs, details aren’t quite as resolved but the image still looks clean with those flagship lenses. So subjectively the drop in resolution is similar to what I might expect with a stop or two of higher ISO. Combined with the actual optical f-ratio being slower, this lens becomes the lens that’s restricted in shooting envelope in terms of needing good daylight if you also need fast shutter speeds but unrestricted in physical size. The 50-200/2.8 is unrestricted in capability but restricted by its bulk.

Great Add on to the original 12-60mm that came with my Lumix

By Jean-Pierre
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-09

Smooth zoom, either manual or powered. I believe this is not really a zoom for uncompromising pros, but in my opinion beyond that level it does the job well. I just got it and I love it. Some people say it rattles when being moved. This is true and the manual says it is normal. It can only be a small issue when video recording with the built in microphone. I found out that with an external mike, it's okay. And also it rattles only when being shaked vigorously. For the price, I think this is a deal.

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Will the zoom control work with BMPCC 4K using ...

Will the zoom control work with BMPCC 4K using the ATEM Production Studio 4K? And if so, would that work with Optical HDMI?
Asked by: David
I understand from the helpdesk at BH that this lens, when mounted to the bmd micro 4k g2, and connected to the atem mini extreme, via a single optical hdmi cable with arc, that you can control focus, zoom, color correction plus transmission of video. So no other cable is required besides power. Is this not true?
Answered by: James
Date published: 2024-03-28

Is the lens par-aperture / parfocal?

Is the lens par-aperture / parfocal?
Asked by: Elliot
No, only high end pro cine lenses are par focal.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2026-05-17

Can the OIS be turned off for use on a tripod?

Can the OIS be turned off for use on a tripod?
Asked by: brad
With the Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens the stabilization can be turned off from the cameras menu.
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2023-03-29

is this lens compatible with an olympus omd ...

is this lens compatible with an olympus omd em1iii? can i use the olympus android app (on my tablet) to zoom the lens automatically?
Asked by: greg
The Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. is compatible with the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III, but it is not compatible with the Olympus app.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2021-09-12

Will the zoom work using the new Blackmagic Micro ...

Will the zoom work using the new Blackmagic Micro Studio G2?
Asked by: Infinite
Yes, the Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens is mount, and electronically compatible with Blackmagic Design Micro Studio Camera 4K G2.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2024-05-14

If I pair this with the Panasonic Lumix G9 II, ...

If I pair this with the Panasonic Lumix G9 II, will I be able to zoom in and out on the app?
Asked by: Kathryn
Yes, you can zoom the Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens using the Lumix Sync app and the Panasonic G9 II camera.
Answered by: Elliot A
Date published: 2025-12-12

question

is the lens parfocal, ie. does your subject stay in focus when zooming in or out?
Asked by: Ashley V.
This lens is not parfocal.
Answered by: Jacob C.
Date published: 2020-11-28

Hi, can you use this lens for macro photography?

Hi, can you use this lens for macro photography?
Asked by: David
The Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm may let you get close photos but it is not a macro lens. If you are looking to do serious macro work, I would consider looking at a dedicated macro lens.
Answered by: Stephen M
Date published: 2025-01-27
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