The Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm f/2.8-4 is a Panasonic 12–60mm zoom for Micro Four Thirds, released in 2016. It covers 24–120mm in full-frame terms at a maximum aperture of f/2.8–4. It offers weather sealing, Dual IS compatible OIS, and a 320g build.
Best for: Everyday zoom covering wide to short telephoto
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range
- OIS with Dual IS support for Panasonic bodies
- Weather sealed for outdoor and adverse conditions
Cons
- Variable aperture narrows at longer focal lengths
- Higher price than entry-level alternatives
What this lens is good for
All-round walkaround
A 24-120mm full-frame equivalent that starts at f/2.8, this is the best value do-everything zoom for many Panasonic shooters. It covers wide landscapes through short telephoto portraits, has Leica rendering, Power OIS, and weather sealing, and focuses close for casual macro. Full guide →
Travel one-lens kit
The wide-to-telephoto range in one weather-sealed, stabilised lens makes it an excellent single-lens travel solution. The variable aperture narrowing to f/4 is the trade-off for the range, but it covers far more than a constant f/2.8 standard zoom. Full guide →
Dual IS compatibility
This lens triggers Dual IS on compatible Panasonic bodies, combining lens OIS with body IBIS for improved stabilisation.
Specifications
| Lens | |
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Type | zoom |
| Status | current |
| Released | 2016-09 |
| Mount | mft |
| Optics | |
| Focal length | 12-60mm |
| FF equivalent | 24-120mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture blades | 7 |
| Elements / Groups | 14 / 12 |
| Focus | |
| Autofocus | Linear Motor |
| MF override | Yes |
| Min focus distance | 0.15m |
| Max magnification | 0.3x |
| Stabilisation | |
| OIS | power_ois |
| Dual IS compatible | Yes |
| Physical | |
| Weather sealed | Yes |
| Filter size | 67mm |
| Weight | 320g |
| Dimensions | 88mm length x 73mm diameter |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $797 USD |