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Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 35-100mm f/2.8 ASPH. Power O.I.S. Lens for MFT (Micro Four Thirds), Black {58}
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$636.00
Panasonic's 35-100mm f/2.8 MFT zoom that punches well above its weight class.
The 35-100mm focal range on Micro Four Thirds translates to a 70-200mm equivalent, putting telephoto reach in a package that won't dominate your bag. That constant f/2.8 aperture holds across the full zoom range, so you're not chasing exposure as you zoom in on a subject. The 58mm filter thread and MFT mount keep the physical footprint compact, which is precisely the point of this system.
Power O.I.S. handles handshake at the long end, where even small movements register at 200mm equivalent. The ASPH. lens elements work to correct field curvature and distortion that plague longer zooms, keeping rendering clean through the frame. This is a lens built for photographers who want serious glass without the weight penalty of a full-frame telephoto setup.
Who It's For
Event and wedding photographers get a 70-200mm equivalent with constant f/2.8 in a body size that won't fatigue a shooter working eight-hour days. Travel photographers who need telephoto reach without checked-bag weight will find the compact MFT form factor genuinely useful. Portrait shooters working in tight indoor venues can use the 100mm end to isolate subjects while Power O.I.S. handles mixed-light conditions without a tripod. Sports photographers shooting in controlled environments get the consistent f/2.8 aperture to maintain shutter speeds regardless of zoom position.
Key Features
- Constant f/2.8 aperture across full 35-100mm zoom range
- 70-200mm equivalent focal length on Micro Four Thirds
- Power O.I.S. stabilization for handhold telephoto work
- ASPH. lens elements correct field curvature and distortion
- 58mm filter thread maintains compact form factor
- Micro Four Thirds mount universal across Panasonic and Olympus bodies
FAQ
- What's the full-frame equivalent focal length?
- 70-200mm on full-frame, giving you serious telephoto reach in a compact MFT package.
- Does the aperture stay constant across the zoom range?
- Yes, f/2.8 holds from 35mm all the way to 100mm, so exposure doesn't shift as you zoom.
- How does Power O.I.S. perform at the long end?
- Stabilization is essential at 200mm equivalent. Power O.I.S. handles the handshake that would otherwise blur handheld shots, especially critical for telephoto work.
- What do the ASPH. elements actually do?
- Aspherical elements correct field curvature and distortion that longer zooms naturally introduce, keeping the image rendering clean edge to edge.
- Will this lens work with all MFT cameras?
- Yes, the Micro Four Thirds mount is universal across Panasonic Lumix and Olympus OM System bodies.
- What filter size does this take?
- 58mm filters, which are common and inexpensive compared to larger telephoto lenses.
- Is this lens weather-sealed?
- Specifications don't indicate weather sealing, so treat it as standard dust and splash protection rather than full environmental resistance.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 35-100mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm |
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| Brand Name | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Focus Type | Autofocus (lens motor) |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Type | Telephoto / Long |
| Max Focal Length | 100mm |
| Min Focal Length | 35mm |