Name: Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH Mega OIS
Brand: Panasonic
SKU: 576
Rating: 4.3 (9 reviews)

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Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH Mega OIS

4.3

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.4 / 5

It works well for video with silent AF and relatively smooth zoom (
very smooth and easy to turn
The ring uses sharp

The front-element does not rotate thanks to an internal focusing design
image sharpness decreases
half-stop darker than the center at these settings

Construction: Zoom
Elements: 12
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Four Thirds
Focal length: 14, 45 mm
Image stabilisation: yes
Lens type: Normal, Telephoto, Wide angle

Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH Mega OIS - Pros & Cons

It works well for video with silent AF and relatively smooth zoom (
very smooth and easy to turn
The ring uses sharp
squared ridges that offer good grip
Distortion is handled better on the Olympus lens
Lightweight
sharp
versatile
stabilized
sharp
fast
good construction
versatile
compact Excellent
versatile lens
The rubberized zoom and focus control ring operate very smooth

The front-element does not rotate thanks to an internal focusing design
image sharpness decreases
half-stop darker than the center at these settings
There are no stops at either the close or infinity end of the focus spectrum
image files when it came to calculating corner shading
chromatic aberration)
Bokeh was compromised as a result
degrees wand there are no stops for setting close-up or infinity positions

Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH Mega OIS - Full Specifications

Lens type	Normal Telephoto Wide angle
Lens mount	Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds

Aperture max	3.5-5.6
Aperture min	22
Aperture ring	no
Number of diaphragm blades	7
Aperture features	Rounded diaphragm

Construction	Zoom
Elements	12
Groups	9
Special elements / coatings	1 Aspherical element
Power zoom	no
Zoom method	Expanding

Weight	6.91 oz
Diameter	2.36 in
Length	2.36 in
Does not rotate on focusing	2.05 in

Max Format size	Four Thirds
Focal length	14 - 45
Focal Length 35mm Equivalent	28 - 90
Maximum magnification	0.17 x
Image stabilisation	yes

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Micromotor
Full-time Manual focusing	yes
Closest focusing distance	0.30
Distance scale	no
Depth of field (DoF) scale	no

Colour of product	Black
Body materials	Plastic Metal
Zoom lock	no
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes
Sealing	no

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Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH Mega OIS Panasonic - Editorial Reviews (3)

4.3

Based on 3 reviews

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Panasonic Lumix G-Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH/MEGA O.I.S. Lens

4.3

A capable and compact, although not particularly fast, 3x zoom lens for Micro Four Thirds System cameras.The Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. lens is currently only supplied with one of Panasonic's G-series bodies. Its optical design comprises 12 elements arranged in 9 groups with one Aspherical element.