Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm f4.0-6.3 OIS II

Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm f4.0-6.3 OIS II

This remarkable telephoto lens promises an outstanding combination of high optical and mechanical quality that sets the standard for first-class lenses. Despite its impressive focal length of 800mm (35mm equivalent), the Leica DG Vario-Elmar allows an extremely compact design of only about 18cm. At the same time, camera shake, distortion and chromatic aberrations are reduced to a minimum

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Closer to the subject

Whether zooming in, taking close-ups or shooting while walking - this lens gives you the freedom to capture even difficult subjects. The 100-400 mm ultra-telephoto lens (200-800 mm) captures distant subjects as if you were standing right in front of them, while the compact, lightweight design ensures optimum mobility.

In addition,

a Zoom locking ring offers the ability to switch from a vertical to a horizontal composition, while other features create excellent flexibility for everything from sports to nature photography

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Optional teleconverter

The maximum focal length can be extended up to 800 mm (KB: 1,600 mm)* with the optional DMW-TC20 tele

converter.

DMW-TC14: 1.4x / 294-560 mm (KB: 588-1120 mm)*
DMW-TC20: 2x / 420-800 mm (KB: 840-1600 mm)*

*The focal length of the lens is limited to 210-400 mm (KB: 420-800 mm) when the teleconverter is attached

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Ideal for close-ups

With a minimum focusing distance of 1.3 m and a maximum magnification of 0.5x*, this lens is a powerful tool for nature photography, e.g. for capturing small subjects such as birds and butterflies in full frame. With the DMW-TC20 attached, 1x* macro photography in natural size is also possible

*equivalent to 35 mm camera.

Lens construction

The optimized configuration comprises 20 elements in 13 groups, including 1 aspherical/ED lens as well as 1 UED and 2 ED lenses, offering minimal aberration and excellent resolution

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I.O.S for razor-sharp images

Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.), a technology integrated directly into the lens, ensures breathtaking photos with sharp contours in all image areas

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Dust, splash and frost resistant

This lens is designed for shooting in the most demanding conditions thanks to its dust- and splash-proof design, allowing you to shoot in temperatures as low as -10°C.

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Dust and splash resistant" does not mean that damage will not occur if this lens is exposed to direct contact with dust and water

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Ideal for video recording

The lens offers fast, precise autofocus and smooth aperture transitions, which is crucial for content creators today. This allows you to capture impressive 4K videos and still images without disturbing your subject

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