Panasonic has unveiled the first ultra-telephoto zoom lens that covers a focal length of up to 500mm, marking a significant addition to the Lumix S Series lineup. Introducing the Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f5-7.1! It combines high resolution with beautifully soft bokeh throughout its entire zoom range. With the added option of a teleconverter, it achieves a combined focal length of up to 1000mm, making it a great fit for photographers and videographers capturing wildlife, fast-paced motorsports, or scenic landscapes.
The new Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f5-7.1 stands out with its expertly arranged lens elements and Dual Phase Linear Motor, resulting in a compact design at just 196.1mm in length. Despite its small size, it delivers powerful ultra-telephoto performance. With quick, precise, and quiet autofocus, coupled with Dual I.S. 2 image stabilization providing up to 7.0 stops, this lens is both portable and perfect for handheld use, unlocking creative potential in various environments.
User-friendly features include a customizable focus ring and a focus button. The focus ring can be used as a control ring by assigning preferred settings, while the focus button enables personalization for an efficient shooting experience. To meet the increasing demand for high-quality video production, this lens offers specialized features like focus breathing suppression and micro-step aperture control, delivering smooth transitions and outstanding video results.
Main Features of the Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f5-7.1:
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The First Ultra-Telephoto Zoom Lens in the LUMIX S Series Covering Up to 500mm
- Maintains high resolution across the entire zoom range, delivering sharp detail and beautiful bokeh even at maximum aperture.
- Covers focal lengths from 100mm to 500mm; compatible with lens teleconverters (sold separately) for ultra-telephoto shooting up to 1000mm.
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Powerful 7.0-stop Dual I.S. 2 for Unshakable Stability and Enhanced Mobility
- Achieves highly effective image stabilization with 7.0-stop Dual I.S. 2.
- Ultra-telephoto zoom reaches in a remarkably compact 196.1mm design.
- High-speed, high-precision AF powered by a Dual Phase Linear Motor.
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Intuitive Operability for Focused Shooting
- Focus ring can be assigned to control shooting settings such as aperture (Control Ring function).
- Focus button can be assigned to support intuitive operations such as Hybrid Zoom.
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Panasonic LUMIX S 100-500mm f5-7.1
