Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-200mm f/4.0-5.6 OIS

Versatile telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds

Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-200mm f/4.0-5.6 OIS
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LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Panasonic
Model H-FS045200

Key Features

OPTICAL 16 elements in 13 groups including 3 ED glass elements
ZOOM 45-200mm focal length (90-400mm 35mm equivalent)
APERTURE f/4.0-5.6 maximum aperture with 7-blade circular diaphragm
STABILIZATION MEGA O.I.S. optical image stabilization built-in
FOCUS Internal focusing system with stepping motor for smooth AF
MOUNT Micro Four Thirds system mount
MIN FOCUS 1.0m (3.28ft) minimum focusing distance
FILTER 52mm front filter thread diameter
CONSTRUCTION Compact and lightweight design for portability
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with all Micro Four Thirds cameras
COATING Multi-coated lens elements to reduce ghosting and flare
WEATHER SEALING Not weather sealed
ACCESSORIES Includes lens hood, front and rear caps

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-200mm f/4.0-5.6 OIS

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Manual focus ring
Zoom Ring ✓ Present Mechanical zoom ring
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present Physical switch on lens barrel
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present OIS on/off switch
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present MEGA O.I.S. integrated
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Telephoto Zoom
Focal Length 45-200mm
Max Aperture f/4.0-5.6
Min Aperture f/22
Elements/Groups 16/13
Diaphragm Blades 7
Min Focus Distance 1.0m
Max Magnification 0.19x
Filter Thread 52mm
Stabilization MEGA O.I.S.
Focus Motor Stepping Motor
Weight 380g
Dimensions 70 x 100 mm
Mount Micro Four Thirds
Weather Sealing No