Panasonic LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S. Lens

LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S. Lens

The new LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S. boasts outstanding image quality across the frame which makes it possible to render exceptionally impressive stills and videos. It also provides high-speed, high-precision AF and Dual I.S. for agile mobility in a wide range of shooting situations including sports, animals, portraits, aircrafts and vehicles.

Adopting state-of-the-art optical technology, the optimum alignment of 17 lens elements in 11 groups including one UED (Ultra Extra-low Dispersion) lens, two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lenses and one UHR (Ultra-High Refractive Index) effectively suppresses both axial chromatic aberration at the tele-end and chromatic aberration of magnification at the wide-end. Specifically, the UHR lens achieves uniform image quality from the centre to the edges of the image while contributing to the ability to optimise the compact size of the lens unit.

With an outstanding minimum focusing distance of 0.54m*1, the LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S. achieves maximum magnification of 0.5x (at 300mm), realising half life-size macro photography and videography. The rounded aperture with its 11-bladed iris diaphragm provides a beautifully circular bokeh over the entire zoom range.

Combining the O.I.S.(Optical Image Stabiliser) in the lens and the Body I.S. in the LUMIX S Series cameras, the Dual I.S. (Image Stabiliser) system compensates for handshake, making it possible to use a 5.5-stop slower shutter speed*2. The focus control with a maximum 480 fps high-speed sensor drive realises fast, high-precision AF.

Despite that the LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S. is compact and light-weight allowing for comfortable mobility. The rugged dust/splash-resistant*3 design withstands use under harsh conditions even at 10 degrees below zero. In addition, the fluorine coating on the front element repels water and oil. The filter diameter is 77 mm.

Key Features:

• Focal length/aperture: 70-300mm F4.5-5.6
• Dual Image Stabilisation up to 5.5 stops compensation
• 0.5x magnification for half macro photography/videography
• Minimum focusing distance 0.54m at wide end
• Dust/splash/freeze resistant
• Compact & lightweight – ideal paired with the S5 + 20-60mm to cover most focal distances

• Focal length/aperture: 70-300mm F4.5-5.6
• Dual Image Stabilisation up to 5.5 stops compensation
• Minimum focusing distance 0.54m at wide end
• Dust/splash/freeze resistant