The Panasonic Lumix G Macro 30mm f/2.8 ASPH Mega OIS is a Panasonic 30mm macro prime for Micro Four Thirds, released in 2015. It covers 60mm in full-frame terms at 1:1 magnification with built-in OIS.
Best for: Close-up and macro photography
Pros
- 1:1 macro magnification
- OIS for handheld macro shots
- Autofocus for live view macro work
Cons
- No weather sealing
- Short working distance at macro range
What this lens is good for
Close-up and macro
A 60mm full-frame equivalent macro reaching 1:1 life-size magnification, with OIS to steady handheld close-ups, for around $349. The stabilisation is unusual on a macro and helps at the high magnifications where shake is most visible, suiting flowers, product, and detail work. Full guide →
Everyday short prime
Beyond macro, the 60mm equivalent and f/2.8 aperture make it usable as a compact short telephoto for everyday subjects and detail. The OIS coordinates with Dual IS on Panasonic bodies, adding handheld flexibility a non-stabilised macro lacks.
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 | prime |
| Status | current |
| Released | 2015-02 |
| Mount | mft |
| Optics | |
| Focal length | 30mm |
| FF equivalent | 60mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 |
| Min aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture blades | 7 |
| Elements / Groups | 10 / 9 |
| Focus | |
| Autofocus | Stepping Motor |
| MF override | Yes |
| Min focus distance | 0.1m |
| Max magnification | 1x |
| Stabilisation | |
| OIS | mega_ois |
| Dual IS compatible | Yes |
| Physical | |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Filter size | 46mm |
| Weight | 195g |
| Dimensions | 63.5mm length x 57.5mm diameter |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $349 USD |