The Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 is a Panasonic 45–175mm zoom for Micro Four Thirds, released in 2012. It covers 90–350mm in full-frame terms at a maximum aperture of f/4–5.6. It offers Dual IS compatible OIS and a 210g build. This lens has been discontinued.
Best for: Sports, wildlife, and telephoto shooting
Pros
- OIS with Dual IS support for Panasonic bodies
- Telephoto reach up to 350mm equivalent
Cons
- Variable aperture narrows at longer focal lengths
- Not weather sealed
- Discontinued — available used or old stock only
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 | discontinued |
| Released | 2012-02 |
| Mount | mft |
| Optics | |
| Focal length | 45-175mm |
| FF equivalent | 90-350mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 |
| Min aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture blades | 7 |
| Elements / Groups | 16 / 12 |
| Focus | |
| Autofocus | Stepping Motor |
| MF override | No |
| Min focus distance | 0.9m |
| Max magnification | 0.2x |
| Stabilisation | |
| OIS | power_ois |
| Dual IS compatible | Yes |
| Physical | |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Filter size | 46mm |
| Weight | 210g |
| Dimensions | 75mm length x 61.6mm diameter |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | $447 USD |