Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm f3.5-5.6

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Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm f3.5-5.6

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Specifically, the new LUMIX G X H-PS14042 lens offers a versatile zoom range that extends from 14mm to 42mm (35mm equivalent: 28-84 mm) making it suitable for a wide range of scenes, from dynamic landscape shots to impressive portrait images. The collapsible power zoom lens is ultra-compact when not in use, and expands to a 3x zoom lens when switched on. It is approximately the same size as a 20mm pancake lens but with the added features that a zoom brings. The two ED lenses and four aspherical lenses correct a variety of aberrations to deliver excellent optical performance whilst minimising distortion levels and chromatic aberration even at the 28mm wide-end.



In comparison to the Lumix G Standard 14-42mm kit lens, these new lenses provide significant improved optical performance yet achieve a 58% reduction in size (when turned off) and a 48% reduction in weight.
Availability
Discontinued No Edit
Year announced 2011 Edit
General
Lens Mounts
  • Panasonic Micro Four Thirds
  • Olympus Micro Four Thirds
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Focal Type Standard Edit
Lens
Focal Length 14mm - 42mm Edit
Angle of View 29° - 75° Edit
Max Aperture f/3.5 - f/5.6 Edit
Min Aperture f/22 Edit
Filter Size 37mm Edit
35mm equivalent 28mm - 84mm Edit
Internal focusing Yes Edit
Focusing
Min Focus 20cm Edit
Stabilised Yes Edit
Macro No Edit
Construction
Blades 0 Edit
Elements 9 Edit
Groups 8 Edit
Box Contents
Box Contents Lens cap, Reap Cap, Lens Pouch Edit
Dimensions
Weight 95g Edit
Width 61mm Edit
Height 26.8mm Edit
MTF Data
Effective focal length No Data Edit
Weighted MTF No Data Edit
Average Weighted MTF No Data Edit
Weighted MTF 10 lp/mm No Data Edit
Weighted MTF 20 lp/mm No Data Edit
Weighted MTF 40 lp/mm No Data Edit
Distortion No Data Edit
Grade No Data Edit
Photodo MTF Score No Data Edit

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