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Technical Details
- Zoom lens for Panasonic DSLR Lumix G VARIO 45-200 mm f/4
- Optical Image Stabilizer
- Micro 4/3 System Lens on Micro Four Thirds mount
- 100 mm long, with 1 m closest focusing distance
- 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture
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Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
The Lumix G VARIO 45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 from Panasonic lets you see further while lightening your load. This telephoto zoom lens is compatible with Micro 4/3-format sensors - equivalent to 90-400mm (35mm) - and is extremely compact at no bigger than 10 cm long. The Lumix G VARIO 45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 incorporates Panasonic's Mega O.I.S. stabiliser, which makes it easy to shoot crystal-clear shots in all kinds of lighting conditions, and removes blur caused by handshake. Broaden your horizons with the superb Lumix G VARIO45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 from Panasonic.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
82 of 82 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this lens to complement the 14-45 kit lens of the Panasonic Lumix G1 camera.
For a zoom lens of this range and performance, it's incredibly cheap, small & light, and shows the potential of the Micro 4-3 format. It comes complete with a pouch and lens hood, items you would usually have to buy separately. Build quality is solid, and the optical performance is better than I expected from a lens of this price.
You won't get the most from your Lumix G1 camera without this lens.
For a zoom lens of this range and performance, it's incredibly cheap, small & light, and shows the potential of the Micro 4-3 format. It comes complete with a pouch and lens hood, items you would usually have to buy separately. Build quality is solid, and the optical performance is better than I expected from a lens of this price.
You won't get the most from your Lumix G1 camera without this lens.
44 of 44 people found the following review helpful
The G1 is just an amazing camera, but I was a little diasspointed with the range of zoom that came with the standard lens. This is a must have lens to really make the most of the fabulous picture quality of the G1.
Great zoom (although Id still like a little more), nice, light and compact. Good optical stability on maximum zoom although in poorer light the definition is lost somewhat (though this is not necessarily a fault of the lens, it is bound to happen, just a bit of a shame).
All in all, a great lens, and a real must for anyone wanting to make the most of their G1 for anything other family snaps.
Great zoom (although Id still like a little more), nice, light and compact. Good optical stability on maximum zoom although in poorer light the definition is lost somewhat (though this is not necessarily a fault of the lens, it is bound to happen, just a bit of a shame).
All in all, a great lens, and a real must for anyone wanting to make the most of their G1 for anything other family snaps.
42 of 42 people found the following review helpful
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I have a full frame DSLR and an Olympus PEN for travel shots; my wife has a Lumix G2 so this lens made sense for us to share.
I mention the SLR because because for those thinking of getting smaller gear instead of full size it might be relevant.
Firstly, this is quite a big lens compared to other micro 3/4rds lenses - much bigger and heavier than the kit zooms. With a reach equivalent to a 400mm in 35mm terms, this is to be expected. However, it is very well made and considering the reach the reach the actual size is not too bad.
The image quality is very good - I've read some reviews that say it lacks contrast but I don't think this is the case. So far then, on both the Pen and the G2 it scores really well.
So why 4 and not 5 stars? The OIS image stabilisation works, but not as well as the 70-300mm zoom on my Canon. At 200mm (400mm equiv. on a full frame) it's quite hard to keep it steady without high shutter speeds, which requires good light or high ISO.
Having said that it's the only game in town as far as long zooms go for micro 4/3rds; I'm glad we have a good one from Panasonic!
I mention the SLR because because for those thinking of getting smaller gear instead of full size it might be relevant.
Firstly, this is quite a big lens compared to other micro 3/4rds lenses - much bigger and heavier than the kit zooms. With a reach equivalent to a 400mm in 35mm terms, this is to be expected. However, it is very well made and considering the reach the reach the actual size is not too bad.
The image quality is very good - I've read some reviews that say it lacks contrast but I don't think this is the case. So far then, on both the Pen and the G2 it scores really well.
So why 4 and not 5 stars? The OIS image stabilisation works, but not as well as the 70-300mm zoom on my Canon. At 200mm (400mm equiv. on a full frame) it's quite hard to keep it steady without high shutter speeds, which requires good light or high ISO.
Having said that it's the only game in town as far as long zooms go for micro 4/3rds; I'm glad we have a good one from Panasonic!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Good addition to G-series
We quickly added this to our G2 with 14-42mm kit lens. That means there's a 3mm gap in the middle of the zoom range, but really yet to be an issue and very much doubt it ever will... Read more
Published 9 days ago by D. T. E. Gosnell
Good lens for the money
I'm not an experienced photographer, but this lens has taken some excellent close up shots over the last few weeks. Excellent value for money.
Published 2 months ago by H. Beaumont
Fantastic lens, fantastic price!
This lens is the perfect next step from the lens provided with the Panasonic GF3 as standard. The price was excellent as I am a novice and didn't want to pay a huge amount for my... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Wendyb65
Perfect companion to the 14-45mm
I bought a Panasonic G3 with the standard Made in China 14-42mm lens and quickly did a few trades on eBay to end up with the earlier, and superior, 14-45mm MIJ version which is... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Canonicus
45 200 Panasonic Lens
I have had this lens for a week or so now, and I am pleased with the way it performs.I am only an amateur photographer, and this lens meets my needs satisfactory. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Rcbrockett
For the price and the weight this is great bit of kit
The fitting is solid and positive and the weight is a decent balance on my G3. It's a little soft in the corners at full stretch - but other than that no complaints. Read more
Published 4 months ago by neeli
Lumix lens
Very pleased with the speed in posting to us for Christmas. Item arrived well packed and the lens is superb. All that we hoped it would be.
Published 4 months ago by Penelope
What more can you want..
I ordered this to improve my Lumix, super value and I got a £25 cashback from lumix making this only £181- now thats value!!!!!!!!!!!! Read more
Published 5 months ago by K. Girvan
Lumix G Lens
I am very pleased with this item. It was easy to install and and did every thing it was supposed to do. It was well protected for transportation' It arrived on time. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Owen Gentles
V. Happy with purchase
Received this product very quickly, was kept informed and the product arrived as described on the site. No complaints at all.
Published 5 months ago by momunster
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