A flexible optic ideal for wildlife, outdoor, and nature photography, the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is a 100-400mm equivalent zoom designed in collaboration with Leica for Micro Four Thirds cameras. The long reach is complemented by a bright f/2.8-4 maximum aperture range, which benefits working in low-light conditions and also affords control over depth of field for isolating subjects. The optical design incorporates several low dispersion elements, two aspherical elements, and an ultra-high refractive index element to control both chromatic and spherical aberrations for improved clarity and sharpness. A Nano Surface Coating has also been applied to limit flare and ghosting for increased contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.

Benefitting both stills shooting and video recording, a 240 fps high-speed AF motor offers quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance. Also, a POWER Optical Image Stabilizer will compensate for camera shake and works with Panasonic's Dual I.S. and Dual I.S. 2.0 in-camera stabilization functions to minimize the appearance of camera shake. Additionally, the physical design of the lens is dust- and moisture-resistant, as well as freeze-proof, for use in inclement shooting conditions.

Micro Four Thirds System    100-400mm (35mm Equivalent)    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22    Two UED Elements, Two ED Elements    Two Aspherical Elements, One UHR Element    Nano Surface Coating    High-Speed 240 fps AF System    POWER Optical Image Stabilizer    Splash, Dust, and Freezeproof Design

With a 100-400mm equivalent focal length range on Micro Four Thirds cameras, this telephoto prime is well suited to working with distant subject matter.

Bright f/2.8-4 maximum aperture range excels when working in difficult lighting conditions and provides increased control over depth of field.

Two ultra extra-low dispersion elements and two extra-low dispersion elements minimize various aberrations in order to produce a high degree of clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy.

Two aspherical elements and one ultra high refractive index element help to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations for improved sharpness and accurate rendering throughout the zoom range.

Nano Surface Coating has been applied to individual elements to reduce flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color neutrality.

POWER Optical Image Stabilizer minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting, and also supports the Dual I.S. and Dual I.S. 2.0 functions for increased stabilization performance.

A 240 fps AF motor offers fast, precise, and near-silent focusing performance to benefit both stills shooting and video recording applications.

Splash, dust, and freezeproof design benefits working in inclement weather conditions down to -14°F.

Compatible with optional 1.4x and 2x teleconverters to further extend the effective reach.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the length of this lens change when zooming?

A: Yes

Q: 2. This lens on OM Systems OM 1 - will back button focus work (using AF button)?

A: If you have the AF button on the back of the camera turned on it will work the autofocus on the camera and it really does not have to do with the lens. Only that the lens needs to support autofocus and is not a manual lens.

Q: 3. Is this lens threaded so I can mount it directly to a tripod / bipod?

A: No, this lens does not have a tripod collar.

Q: 4. I would want to use this lens with Olympic micro four-thirds cameras. Will it work with an Olympus 1.4 teleconverter?

A: No, it will not. However I can confirm that it does work with the Panasonic DMW-TC14 1.4X teleconverter (if you can find one for sale). I use it with and without the Panasonic TC on an Olympus body.

Q: 5. Where is this lens made?

A: This lens is made in China.

Q: 6. I know the length of this lens increases as you zoom. How much longer is the lens when it is fully zoomed in?

A: At 50mm the physical length of the lens (measured body cap to lens cap) is about 6 inches. At 200mm, the length is about 7-7/8

Q: 7. Hi, can I use this on Mevo core?

A: Yes, the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens is compatible with MEVO Core cameras.

Q: 8. do you hear a loud rattling sound from the barrel, even when moving it slightly?

A: The POWER O.I.S. does make a sound not using it and using the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens. But you might want to contact B&H direct via chat to make sure it is not more.

Q: 9. Which third-party tripod collar could be used?

A: There are no tripod collars available for this lens. Furthermore, there isn't really a place you can attach a collar to it as anywhere you put it would prevent you from using the lens in one way or another.

Q: 10. What is close focusing distance at 200mm?

A: Panasonic does not list the shortest focus distance on the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens. But there are a few independent test that list at 200mm the minimum focus distance is 2.46' / 75 cm.