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Panasonic Announces Lumix S 100-500mm f5-7.1 Zoom
25 September 2025
Panasonic has announced its Lumix S 100-500mm F5-7.1 O.I.S. for the L-Mount system. Its teleconverter support enables focal lengths to 1000mm.
Despite its slow f5 to f7.1 maximum aperture, the lens achieves up to 7.0 stops with image stabilization, making hand-held shooting feasible, the company said.
Other notable features include a silent autofocus, 7.71-inch length, a customizable focus ring and a focus button.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the L-Mount zoom include:
- Full-Frame
- Apertures: f5 to f40
- 11-blade iris
- 2.6 to 4.9 feet close focus
- Dual I.S. with 7 stops of stabilization
- Dust, splash & freeze-resistant housing
- Compact 7.7-inch long design
- 82mm front filter thread
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the new zoom include:
PANASONIC LUMIX S 100-500mm f5-7.1 O.I.S. LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount L-Mount Focal Length 100mm to 500mm Aperture Maximum: f5 to f7.1
Minimum: f29 to f40
11 rounded diaphragm bladesAngle of View 24° to 5° Minimum Focus Wide: 2.6 feet
Telephoto: 4.9 feetMagnification 1:2.8 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.16 to 0.36x MagnificationOptical Design 19 elements in 12 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes, up to 7.0 stops Filter Thread 82mm Dimensions 3.6 x 7.7 inches Weight 2.8 lbs. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Panasonic said the Lumix S 100-500mm lens will be available for pre-order on Sept. 25 for $2,099.99. Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.
Panasonic Introduces the First Ultra-Telephoto Zoom Lens in the Lumix S Series
Newark, N.J. -- Panasonic has introduced its new Lumix S 100-500mm F5-7.1 O.I.S. (S-R100500) interchangeable lens based on the L-Mount system standard.
As the first ultra-telephoto zoom lens in the Lumix S Series lineup to cover a focal length of up to 500mm, this lens supports lens teleconverters (sold separately), enabling ultra-telephoto shooting with a combined focal length of up to 1000mm. It delivers high resolution and beautiful bokeh across the entire zoom range, enabling photographers and videographers to capture stunning images and footage in a wide variety of shooting scenarios, including wildlife, motorsports, and landscapes.
With an optimized lens element arrangement and Dual Phase Linear Motor, the lens achieves a remarkably compact design with an overall length of just 196.1mm, while delivering impressive ultra-telephoto performance. High-speed, high-precision, and silent autofocus, combined with Dual I.S. 2 image stabilization supporting up to 7.0 stops, ensures exceptional portability and handheld shooting support, expanding creative possibilities in the field.
The lens is also designed for intuitive operation, featuring a customizable focus ring and a focus button. The focus ring can be used as a control ring, by assigning preferred settings such as aperture or other customizable parameters, while the focus button allows users to assign their preferred functions, enabling a highly personalized and responsive shooting experience. To meet the growing demand for video production, the lens also incorporates features such as focus breathing suppression and micro-step aperture control for smooth exposure transitions, supporting high-quality video performance.
With this product, Panasonic aims to expand the creative scope by providing a compact yet powerful ultra-telephoto shooting experience for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Main Features
The First Ultra-Telephoto Zoom Lens in the Lumix S Series Covering Up to 500mm
- Maintains high resolution across the entire zoom range, delivering sharp detail and beautiful bokeh even at maximum aperture
- Covers focal lengths from 100mm to 500mm; compatible with lens teleconverters (sold separately) for ultra-telephoto shooting up to 1000mm
Powerful 7.0-stop Dual I.S. 2 for Unshakable Stability and Enhanced Mobility
- Achieves highly effective image stabilization with 7.0-stop*³ Dual I.S. 2
- Ultra-telephoto zoom reaches in a remarkably compact 196.1mm design
- High-speed, high-precision AF powered by a Dual Phase Linear Motor
Intuitive Operability for Focused Shooting
- Focus ring can be assigned to control shooting settings such as aperture (Control Ring function)
- Focus button can be assigned to support intuitive operations such as Hybrid Zoom
Price and availability
The new Lumix S 100-500mm lens will be available for pre-order on Sept. 25 for $2,099.99 at valued channel partners.