Panasonic has unveiled an impressive new lens that offers a unique blend of compactness, sharpness, and stabilization. Also, it's long—like real long. The Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. Lens is set to be the first ultra-telephoto zoom in the Lumix S Series and will combine its long reach with a compact 7.7"-long form factor.
Designed for capturing subjects such as distant wildlife and fast-paced motorsports, this new ultra-telephoto zoom could be a great option for photographers and videographers seeking those challenging shots.
Let’s look at the new Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. Lens and explore what it has to offer.
The Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. Lens
As mentioned above, this Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. lens is here for faraway and fast-paced shots. The lens is capable of delivering sharp rendering across its zoom range thanks to its 19-element, 12-group optical design, which should help it deliver crisp resolution, natural bokeh, and smooth transitions between focus and background across its zoom range.
The lens will also incorporate Dual I.S. 2 with up to seven stops of stabilization, which should further enable it to handle sharp handheld images even at its 500mm range.
There’s also a dual-phase linear motor that will help drive rapid, precise autofocus, while focus breathing suppression and micro-step aperture control will also support high-quality video performance.
Price and Availability
The Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. Lens is out and available for preorder now, with units expected to start shipping in the next few days. Here are the full specs and purchase options.
- Full-Frame | f/5 to f/40 Aperture
- Ultra-Telephoto Zoom Lens
- Autofocus | 2.6 to 4.9' Close Focus
- Dual I.S. with 7 Stops of Stabilization
- 11-Blade Iris | Beautiful Circular Bokeh
- Dust, Splash & Freeze-Resistant Housing
- Compact 7.7"-Long Design
- 82mm Front Filter Thread
Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. Lens
The first ultra-telephoto zoom in the Lumix S Series, the Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. Lens combines long reach with a compact 7.7"-long form factor.
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