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Panasonic Updates Lumix G 14-140mm Zoom
5 April 2019
Panasonic has updated its Micro Four Thirds Lumix G 14-140mm zoom lens with a splash/dust-resistant construction that retains its compact and lightweight design. The f3.5-5.6 lens also features a 28-280mm 35mm equivalent range, optical image stabilization.
Like its predecessor, it is comprised of 14 elements in 12 groups, with three aspherical lenses and two Extra-low Dispersion lenses. Seven blades give the aperture a rounded shape that produces smooth defocus effects in out-of-focus areas when shooting at larger aperture settings.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the new zoom include:
- Splash and dust resistant construction
- 14-140mm (28-280mm 35mm equivalent) zoom range
- 14 elements in 12 groups
- 3 aspherical lenses and two ED lenses
- Power Optical Image Stabilizer
- Silent inner focus drive system and stepping motor
- Metal mount
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the new lens include:
PANASONIC LUMIX G VARIO 14-140mm f3.5-5.6 II LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Micro Four Thirds Focal Length 14-140mm (28-280mm 35mm equivalent) Aperture Maximum: f3.5 to f5.6
Minimum: f22
7 diaphragm blades, circular aperture diaphragmAngle of View 7.5 to 8.8 Minimum Focus 0.98 ft. at 14-21mm
1.64 ft. at 22-140mmMagnification 0.25x (0.50x 35mm camera equivalent) Optical Design 14 elements in 12 groups
3 aspherical lenses, 2 ED lensesAutofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 58mm Dimensions 2.64 x 2.95 inches Weight 9.35 oz. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Panasonic said The Lumix G Vario 14-140mm will be available in May for $599.99. Adorama is now accepting pre-orders.
The Lumix G 14-140mm Telephoto Zoom Lens for Micro Four Thirds System Undergoes Update
Featuring a Splash/Dust-Resistant Rugged Design
NEWARK, N.J. -- Panasonic has announced that it has updated the Lumix G telephoto zoom lens based on the Micro Four Thirds system standard. In addition to the versatile zoom range from wide-angle to telephoto, the new Lumix G Vario 14-140mm / f3.5-5.6 II ASPH. / Power O.I.S. (H-FSA14140) features a splash/dust-resistant* construction for heavy field use yet retains its stylishly compact profile remains lightweight.
The practical zoom range of 14-140mm (35mm camera equivalent: 28-280mm) suits a wide range of shooting situations. It can capture dynamic landscapes, bring subjects up close or shoot impressive portraits with beautifully defocused backgrounds.
Comprised of 14 elements in 12 groups, the lens system features three aspherical lenses and two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lenses to achieve dramatic downsizing of the powerful 10x optical zoom lens, while minimizing distortion and chromatic aberration.
The Power O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) effectively compensates for not only small, fast movements, but also large, slow movements, making it easy to shoot super clear shots even in low-lit situations at nighttime or indoors.
Incorporating an inner focus drive system and stepping motor, the new Lumix G Vario 14-140mm / f3.5-5.6 II ASPH. / Power O.I.S. is capable of smooth, silent operation to work with the camera's high-speed, high-precision contrast AF system for both photo and video recording. It is also compatible with the sensor drive at max.240 fps to take maximum advantage of cameras with high-speed AF.
The Lumix G Vario 14-140mm / f3.5-5.6 II ASPH. / Power O.I.S. (H-FSA14140) is built with a highly reliable metal mount and uses multi-coated lens elements that minimize ghosts and flare. Seven blades give the aperture a rounded shape that produces an attractively smooth defocus effect in out-of-focus areas when shooting at larger aperture settings.
The Lumix G Vario 14-140mm will be available at valued channel partners in May for $599.99.