Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO O.I.S. Lens Review (DPReview)

Mike Tomkins has just posted a full review of the newly announced Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S lens (Amazon /Adorama/ B&H) at the DPReview.com. He tested this new lens on Panasonic S1R and found such pros: Solid build with a quality feel, Fully weather-sealed, Very swift autofocus, Minimal focus breathing, Effective image stabilization, Minimal distortion and aberration, Pleasing bokeh, Good flare resistance and good macro capabilities. The lens is only for $997 now, just $250 cheaper !

ISO 500 | 1/125 sec | F4.5 | 70mm | Panasonic S1R
ISO 3200 | 1/100 sec | F5.5 | 245mm | Panasonic S1R
300 mm, 1/200 sec, f/7.1, ISO 100
250 mm, 1/640 sec, f/6.3, ISO 100
300 mm, 1/250 sec, f/5.6, ISO 100
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Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S
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Key specifications:

  • Focal length: 70-300mm
  • Aperture range: F4.5 wide / F5.6 tele – F22
  • Stabilization: Yes, Panasonic Optical Image Stabilizer
  • Filter thread: 77mm
  • Close focus: 0.54m (21.3″) wide / 0.74m (29.1″) tele
  • Maximum magnification: 0.5x (tele)
  • Diaphragm blades: 11
  • Hood: Included
  • Weight: 790g (1.74 lb)
  • Optical construction: 17 elements in 11 groups (2 ED, 1 UED, 1 UHR)

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