Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 OIS Full-Frame Lens (2019)
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Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 OIS is a telephoto zoom lens for Leica L-mount. It covers the full-frame image circle. Introduced by Panasonic in 2019, it has 23 elements in 17 groups.
Photographers will be pleased by the fact that the lens is internally-zooming, meaning that the barrel does not extend when the focal length is changed. This helps balance and weather sealing; it is also great for long-term durability, as there is less chance for moisture and dirt to get in. For incremental weathers, Panasonic is kind enough to include weather sealing. On the lens barrel, one can find a physical aperture ring. Those who wish to focus manually can have the best of both worlds (with the usual caveats).
As a telephoto zoom lens, the Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 OIS is well suited for landscape and portrait photography, though its relatively dark maximum aperture limits its performance for indoor sports. Built-in image stabilization makes the lens easier to use handheld, and can be quite valuable for landscape works. Owners will also like the available tripod collar.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 69% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Good sharpness
- Optically stabilized
- Internal zoom
- Weather-sealed
- Comes with physical aperture ring
- Comes with a tripod collar
Cons
- Dark maximum aperture
- Slow autofocus
What external reviewers found***
External score 64% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent autofocus
- Compact and light
- Compatible with Panasonic’s L-mount system
- Dust and fluorine protection
- Dust and splash-proof construction
- Detachable tripod foot
Cons
- Poor resolution
- Pricey compared to equivalent zooms
- No fluorine coating
Price Comparison
Specifications
Construction
Aperture Blades
9 blades
Colors
Black
Form Factor
Telephoto Zoom Lens
Image Size
Full-Frame
Lens Barrel
Physical aperture ring, Tripod collar, Distance scale
Lens Mount
Leica L-mount
Material
Magnesium alloy
Motor
Linear Motor
Optical Formula | Elements
23 elements
Optical Formula | Groups
17 groups
Optical Formula | Special Glass
1 aspherical + 1 UED + 3 ED + 1 UHR elements, fluorine coating groups
Dimensions
Filter Diameter
77 mm / 3.03 in
Size | Diameter
84 mm / 3.31 in
Size | Length
179 mm / 7.05 in
Weight
985 g / 34.81 oz
Function
Angle Of View
34.4° Diagonal | 28.8° Horizontal | 19.5° Vertical (wide) ~ 12.4° Diagonal | 10.3° Horizontal | 6.9° Vertical (tele)
Aperture
f/4 ~ f/22
Autofocus
Yes
Focal Length
70 mm ~ 200 mm
Focus Type
Internal
Image Stabilization
Yes (6 stops)
Weather Resistance
Yes
Zoom Type
Internal zoom
Performance
Max Magnification
0.25x
Min Focus Distance
920 mm / 36.22 in
Production
Accessory
Lens hood included
Debut
2019-02-01
Model Name
S-R70200
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External Reviews
cameralabs[1]
Reviewer score 77%The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f4 OIS is a telephoto zoom designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras employing the L-mount. Originally announced in September 2018, it’s a collaboration with Leica on the optical design. The lens employs 23 elements in 17 groups, including one aspherical, one UED, three ED and one UHR element. It features dust and splash-proof construction, a constant f4 focal ratio, optical stabilisation, and a closest focusing distance of 92cm.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Compatible with Panasonic’s L-mount system
- Dust and splash-proof construction
- Optical stabilisation
- Detachable tripod foot
Cons
- Pricey compared to equivalent zooms
pcmag[2]
Reviewer score 52%The Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 O.I.S. is the most expensive telezoom on the market for any system by a couple of hundred bucks. It notches 2,776 lines on average, with the sharpest results in the central third of the frame (3,420 lines) Resolution drops as you move off-center, eventually softening noticeably at the edges (1,712 lines)
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Compact and light
- Excellent autofocus
- Dust and fluorine protection
Cons
- Poor resolution
- No fluorine coating
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References
- ^ Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f4 review so far. [cameralabs]. https://www.cameralabs.com/panasonic-lumix-s-pro-70-200mm-f4-review/. Retrieved 2022-01-28.
- ^ Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 O.I.S. Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/panasonic-lumix-s-pro-70-200mm-f4-ois. 2019-06-20. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
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