Spanning a convenient 70-200mm equivalent focal length range, the redesigned Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 35-100mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is a telephoto zoom designed according to Leica's strict quality standards for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. Working in conjunction with the versatile portrait-length to telephoto focal length range is a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture that benefits working in a variety of lighting conditions as well as affords notable control over depth of field. A pair of extra-low dispersion elements and one ultra extra-low dispersion element are featured within the optical design to reduce fringing and chromatic aberrations, and an anti-reflective coating inside the lens barrel has been added to the original Nano Surface Coating that has also been applied to suppress ghosting and flare even under strong light sources. Complementing the advanced optical design, this lens also features a POWER Optical Image Stabilizer, which is compatible with Dual I.S., and a linear autofocus motor that offers quick, quiet, and near silent focusing performance to suit video and stills applications. Additionally, this 35-100mm lens also sports a dust, splash, and freezeproof physical design to enable working in trying environmental conditions.

Micro Four Thirds System | f/2.8 to f/22    70-200mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)    Fast Telephoto Zoom    POWER Optical Image Stabilizer    UED and ED Elements    5-Axis Dual I.S. 2 Compatible    Splash, Dust, and Freezeproof Design

• Telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, this lens provides a 70-200mm 35mm equivalent focal length range.
• Designed in collaboration with Leica according to the company's strict quality standards, the lens has an optimally arranged structure featuring two extra-low dispersion elements and one ultra extra-low dispersion element to deliver clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy throughout the entirety of the zoom range and across all edges of the photo.
• Bright constant f/2.8 maximum aperture maintains consistent performance throughout the zoom range, while a micro-step aperture control allows for smooth exposure changes during video recording.
• In-barrel anti-reflective lens coating added to Nano Surface Coating to reduce flare and ghosting and improve contrast and color neutrality even under the strong light sources.
• 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 supports the Dual I.S. function for increased stabilization performance.
• 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. Since this is a f/2.8-f/4 lens, at what focal length does the aperture change away from f/2.8?

A: The variable aperture on the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens will remain at 2.8 only when you are at 50mm. As soon as you start zooming your lens the aperture number will start incrementing. However it will only reach F/4 only at 200mm.

Q: 2. Is the lens and all it's features compatible with the Olympus e mk 11 camera?

A: Yes, the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 35-100mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. Lens will be compatible with the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera and support all features of the camera.

Q: 3. Does the minimum focusing distance remain the same at all focal lengths?

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

Q: 4. Is the new image stabilization compatible with GH4?

A: Yes and no. The lens has optical stabilization that will work on any m43 body, including the GH4. The GH4 does not have any in body stabilization so you won't get the new dual sync stabilization that you would get with newer bodies like the G85, GX85, or new (not yet available) GH5. You also would not get dual stabilization with any Olympus body; you could use OIS or IBIS, but not dual stabilization.

Q: 5. How many stops of stabilization does this have on a camera without IBIS?

A: The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 35-100mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. Lens offers about 2.5 stops of stabilization on a camera without IBIS.

Q: 6. This lens claims to have "micro step aperture control." How do you activate it with the Panasonic Lumix G9 II?

A: The micro-step aperture control on the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 35-100mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. Lens is a feature that allows for smooth exposure changes during video recording. This does not need to be activated on the Panasonic Lumix G9 II Mirrorless Camera.

Q: 7. is this lens compatible with the Panasonic Lumix GH1?

A: The 35-100mm lens is compatible with the Panasonic Lumix GH1.

Q: 8. Is this inner zoom?

A: Yes, the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 35-100mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. Lens has internal zoom and focusing.

Q: 9. Is this lens made in Japan?

A: No this lens is made in China.

Q: 10. Is shutter shock a problem when this lens is used on a Lumix GX7?

A: I am using this lens with a GX8 but as I understand it the shutter shock issue is more a body issue than a lens one. The lens is a winner in my book though.