A redesigned replacement of the fast standard zoom, this Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens features a variety of optical upgrades for photo and video applications alike. The most well-rounded standard zoom to date, this compact and versatile lens provides a convenient 24-70mm full-frame equivalent focal length range for covering wide-angle to portrait-length perspectives. A bright f/2.8 constant aperture allows users to capture images in dim lighting conditions and with a shallow depth of field, and a unique Nano Crystal Coating further reduces less flare and ghosting when shooting under strong light sources. The lens features a POWER Optical Image Stabilizer to minimize the appearance of camera shake, and this O.I.S. system is also compatible with Dual I.S. for enhanced stabilization performance during handheld shooting.

Micro Four Thirds System | f/2.8 to f/22    24-70mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)    Fast Wide-Angle Zoom    POWER Optical Image Stabilizer    5-Axis Dual I.S. 2 Compatible    ASPH, UED & UHR Lens Elements    Splash, Dust, and Freezeproof Design    Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm    UV Protective Filter

• A redesigned replacement of the Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 II ASPH. POWER O.I.S. lens, this professional-quality zoom has passed the stringent optical standards of Leica.
• Standard zoom for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, this compact and lightweight lens provides a 24-70mm full-frame equivalent focal length range.
• Bright f/2.8 constant maximum aperture allows users to capture images in dim lighting conditions and with a shallow depth of field.
• Updated Nano Crystal Coating further reduces less flare and ghosting when shooting under strong light sources.
• Four aspherical elements, one ultra extra-low dispersion element, and one ultra high refractive index element all contribute to minimizing chromatic and spherical aberrations in order to produce a higher degree of clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy.
• POWER Optical Image Stabilizer minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting while also supporting the Dual I.S. function for increased stabilization performance.
• Improved close-up performance provides a minimum focusing distance of 5.9" at focal lengths of 12-17mm. Minimum focusing distance of 9.8" at focal lengths of 18-35mm.
• Updated with a series of attributes that appeal to video shooters' needs, this lens minimizes focus breathing to prevent unwanted movements and angle of view variations for greater compositional accuracy during recording.
• Micro-step aperture control provides for smooth exposure changes during video recording.
• Splash, dust, and freezeproof design benefits working in inclement weather conditions.
• Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Why doesn't Panasonic put gear rings on lenses rather that make users install them over the standard rings?

A: The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens (Micro Four Thirds) is not a cine lens but can be used to capture video. Only cine lenses have a built-in gear ring.

Q: 2. Does this lens work on an Olympus camera?

A: The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens with Filter Kit (Micro Four Thirds) is cross-compatible with all Micro Four Thirds camera systems.

Q: 3. Can i use it on BMPCC4K ?

A: Yes, the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens (Micro Four Thirds) is compatible with the Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K.

Q: 4. Can this lens be used as a step zoom?

A: 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.

Q: 5. Is this lens ver2 or ver3?

A: The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens with Filter Kit (Micro Four Thirds) is the redesigned replacement of the Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 II ASPH. POWER O.I.S.

Q: 6. How many stops of stabilization does this have on a camera without IBIS?

A: Although Panasonic does not state a specific number of stops the stabilization provides in the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 lens, it is safe to say it will be about 2-3 stops. But also when using a wider angle lens camera shake blur is less noticeable as compared to a telephoto lens. Plus by having an f2.8 aperture the lens can achieve faster shutter speeds which also help reduce the risk of camera shake blur.

Q: 7. Does the minimum focusing distance remain the same at all focal lengths?

A: No it will change as the zoom/focal length changes.

Q: 8. This claims to have "micro step aperture control." How do you activate it with a Panasonic Lumix G9 II?

A: The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens (Micro Four Thirds) Micro Step Aperture Control is always available when changing the aperture priority while recording motion pictures. -M.

Q: 9. I am wondering if it is better to buy this lens or the Panasonic leica 8-18mm lens?

A: Distortion on both lenses are minimal. Yet, I prefer the 12_60 lens because it is versatile & light weight. Images produced by the super wide 8_18 lens are too small for me.

Q: 10. Is the zoom ring linear or does it accelerate when used with a GH6? I have a pair of Panasonic Leica lenses with sliding zooms.

A: The focus ring on the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens is not linear. It uses a focus-by-wire system, where the speed of the focus adjustments depends on how quickly you turn the ring. So it's acceleration, the faster you turn the ring, the more the focus changes.