The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 35-100mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. is a Panasonic 35–100mm zoom for Micro Four Thirds, released in 2013. It covers 70–200mm in full-frame terms at a maximum aperture of f/2.8. It offers weather sealing, Dual IS compatible OIS, and a 360g build.
Best for: Sports, wildlife, and telephoto shooting
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
- High price point
What this lens is good for
Portraits and events
A 70-200mm full-frame equivalent at constant f/2.8 with Leica optics and Power OIS, the original of Panasonic’s premium telephoto zoom. Compact for its reach, it suits portraits, events, and indoor sports, with stabilisation that coordinates with Dual IS on Panasonic bodies.
Telephoto travel and video
The constant aperture and OIS make it a strong telephoto for travel and video, where a full-frame equivalent of this reach would be far bulkier. It is the value alternative to the Mark II for those who do not need the latest version. Full guide →
Dual IS compatibility
This lens triggers Dual IS on compatible Panasonic bodies, combining lens OIS with body IBIS for improved stabilisation.
No confirmed Dual IS pairings in the database yet.
Specifications
| Lens | |
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Type | zoom |
| Status | current |
| Released | 2013-09 |
| Mount | mft |
| Optics | |
| Focal length | 35-100mm |
| FF equivalent | 70-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture blades | 7 |
| Elements / Groups | 18 / 13 |
| Focus | |
| Autofocus | Linear Motor |
| MF override | Yes |
| Min focus distance | 0.85m |
| Max magnification | 0.1x |
| Stabilisation | |
| OIS | power_ois |
| Dual IS compatible | Yes |
| Physical | |
| Weather sealed | Yes |
| Filter size | 58mm |
| Weight | 360g |
| Dimensions | 100mm length x 67.4mm diameter |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $1,297 USD |