Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4.0-6.3 ASPH Power OIS

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm F4.0-6.3 ASPH Power OIS

Lens Summary

Brand: Panasonic

Also Known As: Panasonic 100-400mm f/4-6.3 OIS

Lens Type: Zoom Lens

Format: Micro Four Thirds

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Micro Four Thirds

Release Date: 2016-01-05

MSRP Price: $1799

Made in: Japan

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: A Micro Four Thirds lens with a not-so-micro zoom range, the Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4-6.3 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens from Panasonic offers a truly expansive 200-800mm equivalent focal length range, yet retains a relatively compact stature to suit the Micro Four Thirds system. Characterized by its Leica branding, this sophisticated optic employs aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements to significantly reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range for a high degree of image clarity and sharpness. Also benefitting image sharpness, a POWER O.I.S. system, which is compatible with Lumix G camera's Dual I.S. function, helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting at longer focal lengths.


Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4.0-6.3 ASPH Power OIS Specifications

Lens Specifications
* Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area 
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length100-400mm
Mount TypeMicro Four Thirds
FormatMicro Four Thirds
Compatible Format(s)Micro Four Thirds
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.25x
MegaOIS / PowerOIS (Image Stabilization)Yes
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/4-6.3
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)12°
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)3.1°
Optical Information
Lens Elements20
Lens Groups13
Diaphragm Blades9 (Rounded)
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements2
Special Glass Elements1 Ultra ED, 1 Aspherical ED
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Silent Wave / UltraSonic MotorYes
Minimum Focus Distance1.3m
Filter Information
Filter Size72mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingYes
Mount MaterialMetal
Tripod CollarYes
Dimensions83 x 171.5mm
Weight985g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied AccessoriesLens cap, Lens rear cap, Lens storage bag, External tripod mount, Lens hood

Lens Construction

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4.0-6.3 ASPH Power OIS Lens Construction

MTF Chart

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4.0-6.3 ASPH Power OIS MTF Chart

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