Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens

Arriving as one of the World’s smallest and lightest full-frame lenses, Panasonic has equipped the LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro lens with proprietary technology to offer users 1:1 life-size magnification, uncompromising image quality and greater workflow efficiency. Paired with the newly developed Dual Phase Linear Motor, this compact lens delivers a high-speed, high-precision autofocus performance.

Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens Key Features:

• One of the World’s lightest full-frame macro lenses
• Flexible 100mm focal length with 1:1 life-size magnification
• Capture nature, small objects, textures, portraits & more
• Premium construction featuring 13 elements in 11 groups
• Includes 3 aspherical lenses, 2 UED lenses, & 1 ED lens
• Complete depth of field control with f2.8 maximum aperture
• 9-blade aperture diaphragm for stunningly circular bokeh
• Get closer thanks to a 0.2m minimum focusing distance
• Newly developed high-speed Dual Phase Linear Motor
• Double focus system for high-precision focus control
• Updated ring for manual focussing from infinity to close range
• Focus Limiter & AF/MF Switch for convenient operation
• Optical design successfully suppresses focus breathing
• Unified size & centre of gravity for optimised video shooting
• Durable dust, splash & freeze-resistant design to -10°C

How to Use The Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens

Achieve Stunning Resolution

The Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens offers outstanding resolution thanks to its intricate optical design featuring 13 elements arranged into 11 groups. This optical arrangement includes three aspherical lenses, two UED lenses and one ED lens designed to reduce aberrations and provide detail-rich clarity with edge-to-edge sharpness. This Panasonic lens is just as dynamic for subject background separation and bokeh thanks to its f2.8 maximum aperture and 9-blade diaphragm with a new, thinner profile and smaller diameter. It renders beautifully defocused backgrounds and natural bokeh for striking portraits and greater low-light performance.

Shoot Mid-Telephoto to Macro

As a 100mm f2.8 prime capable of producing natural images without perspective, this lens provides various shooting options, covering mid-telephoto to macro ranges. It is an excellent option for advertising and filmmaking, capturing close-ups of key items or emphasising a subject with high-resolution details. As a result, the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens lends itself nicely to photographing insects and flowers in nature, the texture of food or small objects, mid-telephoto portraits and landscapes, and even moving hands or water.

Take Advantage of The High-Performance Focus Drive

Realising three times the output of conventional linear motors whilst maintaining the same speed and precision, Panaonic’s proprietary Dual Phase Linear Motor provides a compact system and high-performance focus drive. This new actuator drives without breaking, switching the energy of the two-phase coil to buck the trend of macro lenses taking too long to focus. The result is a powerful system that drives large-mass lenses at high speed, allowing macro photographers to focus faster in critical moments.

Get Ready for An Adventure

Panasonic has given the LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens a durable design by sealing each part of the lens. As a result, this lens benefits from dust and splash-resistant properties that will give you peace of mind when shooting in inclement conditions. And, for the expert explorers, the LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens is also freeze-proof, maintaining a consistent performance in temperatures down to -10°C and taking the reliability of the S range to new heights (or lows).

Seamlessly Integrate with LUMIX Full-Frame Prime Lenses

Thanks to its unified size, filter thread, and operability, the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens seamlessly integrates into the renowned LUMIX S line of full-frame primes. The 100mm f2.8 lens joins the 18mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm f1.8 lenses to offer creators a highly efficient workflow. Whilst the lens size makes changing your optics simple and convenient, the unified performance across the range also helps streamline post-production. The result is a comprehensive lineup of lenses that cover the most popular focal lengths to provide users with the perfect companion for almost any shooting scenario.

What’s in the box?

• 1 x Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens
• 1 x Lens Cap
• 1 x Lens Rear Cap
• 1 x Lens Hood

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FAQs:

How compact is the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens?

As one of the World’s smallest and lightest full-frame macro lenses with a 100mm focal length, the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens is incredibly compact. Measuring just 82mm in length and weighing only 298g, this full-frame lens seamlessly integrates with the LUMIX full-frame prime lens series.

Can I use filters with the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens?

Yes, the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens has a widely used 67mm thread for attaching optional filters, polarisers, and accessories - so you can get creative and make stylistic choices to suit your aesthetic.

What types of photography suit the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens?

Thanks to its 100mm focal length and 1:1 life-sized magnification, the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens is a fantastic option for nature, movement, textures, and snapshots. Its premium optical design allows users to take high-resolution shots of everything from insects and flowers to portraits and landscapes. It’s an incredibly flexible optic that captures all the finer details of the scene.

Does the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens have optical image stabilisation?

No, the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens does not benefit from Optical Image Stabilisation. However, this lens is compatible with IBIS, allowing you to pair it with the latest mirrorless systems, such as the G9 II and S5 IIX.

What is a LUMIX S series lens? What does LUMIX S mean?

Panasonic S series lenses for full-frame cameras seamlessly cater to photographers and videographers alike, offering features like parfocal lens design, controlled lens breathing, and a unified design for effortless switching between lenses. These dust and splash-resistant lenses provide reliable performance in challenging environments, delivering high-quality bokeh and accurate colour reproduction in most settings.

Is the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens suitable for video?

Yes, as an S series lens, the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f2.8 Macro Lens is an excellent option for photographers and videographers. It benefits from focus breathing suppression, a Dual Phase Linear Motor for three times the output of conventional motors, and a unified size and centre of gravity for convenient gimbal use.