Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-200mm f/4-5.6 MEGA O.I.S.

Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-200mm f/4-5.6 MEGA O.I.S.
$269
45-200 mm
autofocus 4.4x zoom lens
f/4-5.6
variable aperture
  • Panasonic MEGA O.I.S. Image stabilized

reviewswhat are people saying

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B&H Photo Video

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 89 users at B&H Photo Video

"Very quick focus and keeping in mind this is a low cost lens that gives decent image results that compare well with its price point. Very happy with it for those times I need that extra reach. Out of focus bokeh is also quite nice."

"I'm very impressed with the quality of the photos with this lens. I couldn't find anything wrong with any photos at any range. Durable construction, not too long as to make the camera unbalanced. Nice lens!!!"

"I wouldn't rate it very high. Photos are not that sharp but OK. I am finding it difficult to take sharp photos at full zoom. I tried playing with the IBIS and OIS but no luck. Auto focus is not that great in low light. You might get frustrated and give up. Some shots turn out good and most of them not that great. This lens seems to be more suitable for video."

compatibilitywith digital cameras

Four thirds (2.1x crop factor)

This lens is compatible with Four thirds (2.1x crop factor) cameras such as the Olympus E-M5, Panasonic DMC-GX1 and Olympus E-PL3.

Olympus OM-D E-M5
21.8 - 5°
horizontal angle of view
93.5-416mm
35mm equivalent focal length

Pros

The Panasonic 45-200mm f/4-5.6 MEGA O.I.S. vs other Micro Four Thirds lenses

Max focal length Telephoto lens Help
200 mm
Zoom range Above average zoom range Help
4.4x
Wide maximum High max f/stop Help
f/22
Image stabilization More advanced image stabilization Help
Panasonic MEGA O.I.S.

Cons

The Panasonic 45-200mm f/4-5.6 MEGA O.I.S. vs other Micro Four Thirds lenses

Fisheye Not a fisheye Help
Regular images
Prime lens Zoom lens Help
Typically not as sharp as prime lenses

Specifications

General

Min focal length
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45 mm
Max focal length
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200 mm
Zoom range
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4.4x
above average above average
Magnification
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1:5 (0.2x)

Aperture

Wide minimum
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f/4
below average below average
Wide maximum
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f/22
Tele minimum
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f/5.6
below average below average
Tele maximum
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f/22

Features

Auto focus
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Yes
Focus motor
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None
below average below average
Image stabilization
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Panasonic MEGA O.I.S.
unique unique
Fisheye
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No
Tilt-shift
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No

Form factor

Lens mount
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Micro Four Thirds
Length
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100 mm
Diameter
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70 mm
Filter size
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52 mm
Weight
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380 g

Angle of view

Wide horizontal
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22.6°
below average below average
Telephoto horizontal
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5.2°
above average above average
Wide vertical
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17.1°
below average below average
Telephoto vertical
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3.9°
above average above average
Wide diagonal
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28.1°
below average below average
Telephoto diagonal
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6.4°
above average above average

DiscussionWhat do you think about the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-200mm f/4-5.6 MEGA O.I.S. lens?

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Avatar for João Pedro Vianna João Pedro Vianna (8:22 PM, November 20, 2012)
Are those campatible with the Panassonic Lumix DMC-GF2?