Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f4.5-5.6 Macro OIS Lens

PanasonicSKU: 5025232920457

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Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f4.5-5.6 Macro OIS Lens

  • Optical Image Stabilization with Dual I.S. 2 for sharper telephoto images
  • 5.5 stop dual-axis, dual I.S. 2 image stabilization
  • 17 elements in 11 groups
  • Rugged dust, splash and freeze-resistant design for outdoor shooting
  • High-precision tracking performance throughout zoom range
  • 0.50x macro capability at 300mm for higher resolution macro images
  • Less image shifting when zooming and smooth ring control
  • High-quality video application with suppressed focus breathing
  • Zoom lock switch

The Lumix S 70-300mm f4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic is a telephoto zoom lens designed for full-frame format L-mount camera bodies and takes dynamic macro photos and sharp video, giving photographers the versatility needed to capture any moment. Well suited to sports, action, and wildlife photography and video, this lens features advanced image stabilization that powerfully corrects shake in telephoto shooting and enables shooting at slower shutter speeds.

Half-macro and conventional tracking accuracy have been combined by increasing the zoom position detection performance by three times, and telephoto operation offers precise zoom tracking control up to eight times faster than other lenses due to wobbling control at 240 Hz. Suppressed focus breathing allows shooting still, smooth video with ease, and dust-, splash-, and freeze-resistance allows shooting even under harsh conditions. Enjoy the rugged versatility of this lens and keep it by your side to prepare for the unexpected!

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Lens Construction

17 elements in 11 groups (2 ED lenses, 1 UED lens, 1 UHR lens)

Mount L-Mount
Optical Image Stabilizer Yes
Focal Length f=70-300mm
Aperture Type

11 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm

Maximum Aperture F4.5 (Wide) - F5.6 (Tele)
Minimum Aperture F22
Closest Focusing Distance

0.54m/1.77ft (at focal length 70mm) / 0.74m/2.43ft (at focal length 300mm)

Maximum Magnification 0.5x (at focal length 300mm)
Diagonal Angle of View 34°(Wide) - 8.3°(Tele)
Dust and Splash Resistant Yes*
Recommended Operating Temperature -10℃ to 40℃ (14℉ to 104℉)
Filter Size φ77mm
Max. Diameter φ84.0mm / 3.31inch
Overall Length

Approx.148.0mm / 5.83inch (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)

Weight

Approx. 790g / 1.75lb (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap and lens hood)

Standard Accessories Lens cap, Lens rear cap, Lens hood

Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.

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