Panasonic's Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH/MEGA O.I.S. Micro Four Thirds Lens is a standard zoom lens designed specifically for Micro Four Thirds System cameras. Its zoom range of 14 - 45mm (28 - 90mm in 35mm equivalent) is a good choice for a variety of subjects including landscapes and portraits. It has 1 Aspherical lens element which minimizes distortion at all focal lengths. Plus, it supports Panasonic's contrast AF system for accurate and fast image capture.
Panasonic's MEGA O.I.S. Optical Image Stabilizer helps keep photos sharp when your camera is handheld and in low light situations. It also has 7 aperture blades which deliver smooth-looking out-of-focus areas of your photos. This lens has a compact size of 2.63" (60mm) and weighs only 6.88 oz (195 g).
Based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard
MEGA O.I.S. is Panasonic's advanced Optical Image Stabilizer technology
1 Aspherical lens to reduce aberration
Contrast AF system support
7-blade, circular aperture diaphragm produces softness in out-of-focus areas of your photos
Multi-coated lens elements reduce ghosts and flare
Focal Length 14 - 45 mm
Comparable Four Thirds and Micro 4/3 Focal Length: 28 - 90 mm
Aperture Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6
Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type Micro Four Thirds
Format Compatibility Micro Four Thirds
Angle of View 75° - 27°
Minimum Focus Distance 1.00' (30.48 cm)
Magnification 0.17x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:5.88
Groups/Elements 9/12
Diaphragm Blades 7
Features
Image Stabilization Yes
Autofocus Yes
Tripod Collar No
Physical
Filter Thread 52 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 2.36 x 2.36" (5.99 x 5.99 cm)
Weight 6.88 oz (195 g)