Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 II ASPH. POWER O.I.S.

The ultimate professional standard zoom for Micro Four-Thirds

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80/100
LENS SCORE
Features 17
Performance 17
Durability 16
Price 13
Usability 17
Brand Panasonic
Model H-HSA12035

Key Features

OPTICS 14 elements in 9 groups including UED, UHR, and Aspherical elements
APERTURE Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range
STABILIZATION POWER O.I.S. compatible with Dual I.S. 2 systems
BUILD Splash, dust, and freezeproof rugged construction
FOCUS Internal focus system with 240 fps AF drive support
DIAPHRAGM 7-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh
COATING Nano Surface Coating to minimize ghosting and flare
COMPATIBILITY Micro Four Thirds mount for Panasonic and Olympus cameras
ZOOM Versatile 24-70mm equivalent focal length range
MIN FOCUS 0.25m minimum focusing distance
FILTER 58mm front filter thread diameter
WEATHER SEALING Full weather-sealed design for harsh environments
WEIGHT Lightweight design at approximately 305 grams

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 II ASPH. POWER O.I.S.

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✓ Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✓ Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present

How-to Use Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 II ASPH. POWER O.I.S.

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Standard Zoom
Focal Length 12-35mm (24-70mm equivalent)
Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/22
Elements/Groups 14/9
Diaphragm Blades 7
Min Focus Distance 0.25m
Max Magnification 0.17x
Filter Thread 58mm
Stabilization POWER O.I.S.
Weather Sealing Yes
Mount Micro Four Thirds
Weight 305g
Dimensions 67.6 x 73.8 mm
Hood Included (Petal shape)