Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens

Branded as the world's smallest and lightest 7x zoom full-frame lens, the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens demonstrates broad versatility and excellent quality. The wide focal range, premium optics, and high compensation capabilities offer a lens ready for any project. Suppressed focus breathing, gimbal stability, and smooth exposure also make it an excellent choice for videography.

Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens Key Features:

• World's smallest & lightest 7x zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras
• Incredibly versatile 28-200mm focal range helps photographers adapt
• Great for capturing landscapes, portraits, animals, and zoom-up shots
• Lightweight & compact weighing just 413g & measuring 77.3 x 93.4 mm
• Premium optics featuring 17 elements arranged into 13 groups
• 9-blade aperture diaphragm delivers beautiful bokeh & starburst effects
• High-speed, high-precision linear motor focus control
• Get closer thanks to the 3cm minimum focusing distance
• Flexible f4-32 (wide)/f7.1-45 (tele) aperture range
• High compensation for low light, macro, & slow shutter speed shots
• Convenient setup thanks to a unified centre of gravity
• Dust/splash-resistant & freeze-resistant down to -10°C
• Oil-repellant fluorine coating ensures optical clarity
• 67mm filter thread for attaching optional accessories
• Ergonomically placed zoom & focus rings streamline parameter changes
• Perfect for travel photography, snapshots, close-ups, & vlogging

How to Use the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens

Impressive Optics for Versatile Shooting

The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens stands out as the world's smallest and lightest 7x zoom lens designed for AF-compatible full-frame mirrorless cameras. It uses premium optics featuring 17 elements in 13 groups and a 9-blade aperture diaphragm. The optics include 1 aspherical lens, 4 ED lenses, and 1 UHR lens which work in tandem to offer versatile shooting options. The 9 blades also create a beautiful circular aperture diaphragm which results in smooth, round bokeh. The lens offers a powerful focal range of 28mm to 200mm and is an adaptable tool for capturing everything from landscapes and snapshots to portraits, animals, and zoom-up shots.

Macro Excellence and Creative Bokeh

The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens excels in macro photography, allowing users to shoot as close as 3cm from the lens end (14cm from the sensor) with a 0.5x macro magnification. The wide half-macro capability, combined with the ability to narrow down the aperture from F32 (wide) to F45 (tele), provides creative control over the depth of field. The lens minimises vignetting and offers exceptional optical performance, capturing large, smooth bokeh in extreme tele close-ups and small, round bokeh in wide-end close-ups.

Compact Powerhouse with a User-Friendly Design

Weighing a mere 413g, with 77.3 x 93.4 mm dimensions, the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens is surprisingly compact and lightweight, making it easy to store and transport between shooting locations. Its size, and its retractable lens system, allow it to fit into camera bags alongside other lenses, making it an excellent companion for on-the-go photographers wanting to carry multiple lenses. The body design positions the zoom and focus rings closer together, minimising movement and shake as you make minor adjustments on the retractable lens. Additionally, the lens’s impressively unified centre of gravity works seamlessly with gimbals, providing smooth video capture and aiding with efficient lens changes.

Weather-Resistant for Challenging Conditions

Panasonic has designed this lens with maximum durability, featuring a robust construction with dust/splash resistance and freeze-resistant capabilities down to -10°C. Sealing on each part protects against small particles, rain, and other environmental factors. Additionally, a fluorine coating prevents oil-based dirt on the front of the lens, ensuring optical clarity even in challenging conditions. The 67mm filter thread on the lens front also provides customisation options for enhancing creative lens effects.

What’s in the box?

• 1 x Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens
• 1 x Lens Cap
• 1 x Lens Rear Cap
• 1 x Lens Hood

FAQs:

How compact is the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens?

The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens is a highly compact all-rounder optic, packing industry-leading technology into a rugged body. The lens weighs approximately 413g (excluding caps/hoods) and measures just 77.3 x 93.4 mm. These dimensions mean that the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens offers an impressive range of features in a compact body size and weight, making it easy to store and transport between shooting locations.

What sets the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens apart from others in this range?

Panasonic describes the Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens as the world’s smallest and lightest 7x zoom lens*. As a comparison, the Tamron 28-200mm f2.8-5.6 Di III RXD covers the same focal range as the Panasonic Lumix S. However, the Tamron weighs 150g more and is nearly 24mm longer. The Panasonic’s compact size allows it to transport and store much more efficiently, with less bulk during active photography sessions. The lens also possesses more impressive interior features, such as a unified centre-of-gravity balance and a stunning aperture range for smoother, rounder bokeh.

*Interchangeable lenses for AF-compatible full-frame mirrorless cameras, lenses with optical zoom of 7x or more

What types of photography is the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens suitable for?

The Panasonic Lumix S Lens has an impressive scope of coverage from 28-200mm, ranging from wide-angle to telephoto abilities. The lens also offers a particular focus on macro photography. Incorporating macro capabilities at 28mm with a 0.5x magnification adds to its adaptability, allowing you to shoot objects from as close as just 3cm from the lens’ end. The Lumix S lens is the perfect all-rounder optic, covering everything from low light images, zoom-ups, macro, and slow shutter speed shots to travel photography, snapshots, and vlogging.

Can I use a filter with the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS Lens?

The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f4-7.1 Macro OIS 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 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.