Covering
a versatile wide-angle to short-telephoto range, the Lumix S 24-105mm f/4
Macro O.I.S. from Panasonic is a flexible zoom, featuring a
constant f/4 maximum aperture, for L-mount mirrorless cameras. In regard to its
optical design, a series of low dispersion and aspherical elements are used to
control a variety of aberrations, color fringing, and distortion in order to
realize a high degree of sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy. Balancing its
optical performance, this zoom is also unique due to is 1:2 maximum
magnification ratio and 11.8" minimum focusing distance to suit working
with close-up subjects. Additionally, an Optical Image Stabilizer helps to
control the effects of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting and the lens
sports a weather-sealed design for use in harsh conditions.
- Standard
24-105mm zoom is designed for full-frame L-mount mirrorless cameras, however
can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 36-157.5mm equivalent
focal length range.
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Constant
f/4 maximum aperture maintains consistent illumination throughout the zoom
range.
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Four
aspherical elements, including two made from extra-low dispersion glass, help
to minimize distortions and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range in
order to maintain edge-to-edge sharpness and illumination.
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One
ultra extra-low dispersion element and two extra-low dispersion elements
greatly reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing in order to produce a
high degree of clarity and color accuracy.
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Macro
design provides half life-size 1:2 magnification ratio and a minimum focusing
distance of 11.8" for working with close-up subjects.
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Optical
Image Stabilizer minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld
shooting, and also supports 5-Axis Dual I.S. 2 for increased stabilization
performance.
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AF/MF
switch permits quick changing between focusing modes and a zoom lock switch can
be used to prevent the lens from extending when not in use.
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Splash,
dust, and freezeproof design benefits working in inclement weather conditions
down to -14°F.
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Rounded
nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.