The Panasonic Lumix G Vario 35-100mm f/4-5.6 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/4–5.6. It offers Mega O.I.S. and a 135g build.
Best for: Sports, wildlife, and telephoto shooting
Pros
- Compact and light build
- Built-in optical image stabilisation
- Telephoto reach up to 200mm equivalent
Cons
- Variable aperture narrows at longer focal lengths
- Not weather sealed
What this lens is good for
Compact telephoto travel
A tiny 135g telephoto zoom, a 70-200mm full-frame equivalent that collapses to a very small size, ideal for travel where you want telephoto reach without weight. It pairs with the small 12-32mm for an ultra-compact two-lens travel kit covering wide to telephoto. Full guide →
Casual portraits and detail
The short telephoto range suits casual portraits, candid shots, and isolating detail, and OIS steadies handheld shots. The slow variable aperture means it works best in good light, but for portability it is an easy lens to carry.
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/4 |
| Min aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture blades | 7 |
| Elements / Groups | 13 / 10 |
| Focus | |
| Autofocus | Stepping Motor |
| MF override | No |
| Min focus distance | 0.9m |
| Max magnification | 0.1x |
| Stabilisation | |
| OIS | mega_ois |
| Dual IS compatible | No |
| Physical | |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Filter size | 46mm |
| Weight | 135g |
| Dimensions | 59.4mm length x 60.7mm diameter |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $347 USD |