PANASONIC LUMIX S PRO 70-200MM F/2.8 O.I.S.

Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f / 2.8 OIS

Developed to be the workhorse for events, portraits and other medium-length subjects, the Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f / 2.8 OIS is a telephoto zoom with L mount characterized by a bright constant maximum aperture of f / 2.8 and a Optical performance and sophisticated focus. The optical design incorporates several aspherical and low dispersion elements to minimize chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range for greater clarity, sharpness and accurate representation. Complementing the optics there is a unique dual-focus system, which uses a linear motor and a stepper motor, to provide especially fast and precise focusing performance. A focus clutch also allows a particularly rapid change between AF and MF settings for tight control. In addition, an optical image stabilizer reduces the effects of camera movement for sharper manual shots and the lens has a weather-sealed design for use in difficult conditions.
The telephoto zoom is designed for cameras without full-frame L-mount mirror, however, it can also be used with APS-C models where it provides an equivalent focal length range of 105-300 mm.
The constant bright maximum aperture f / 2.8 maintains constant illumination throughout the zoom range and offers greater control over depth of field.
An aspherical element helps minimize distortions and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range to maintain sharpness and edge-to-edge illumination.
Two ultra-low dispersion elements and three extra-low dispersion elements greatly reduce chromatic aberrations and color stripes to produce a high degree of clarity and color accuracy.
A dual focus system employs a linear motor and a stepper motor to deliver impressive, fast and accurate autofocus performance. A focus clutch mechanism has also been incorporated, which allows almost instantaneous switching of AF / MF.
The focusing system has been designed to suppress focal respiration for greater versatility when used for video applications.
The optical image stabilizer minimizes the appearance of camera movement b for sharper manual shots, and is also compatible with Dual IS and Dual IS 2.0 functions for enhanced stabilization performance of up to approximately seven stops.
Splash, dust and freeze-proof design works in adverse weather conditions up to -14 ° F.
The 11-blade rounded diaphragm contributes to a nice bokeh quality.
A removable rotating tripod collar is included and it benefits from working with the lens on top of a tripod or monopod.
Compatible with optional DMW-STC14 and DMW-STC20 teleconverters to further extend the reach of this lens.