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Panasonic Crop Camera Lens Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6 ASPH Mega OIS Standard Zoom for Micro Four Thirds (MFT) Mount Black

The Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6 ASPH covers portrait to telephoto length.

  • MEGA O.I.S. for camera shake compensation.
  • Compatible with Micro Four Thirds cameras with an equivalent focal length range...

The Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6 ASPH covers portrait to telephoto length.

  • MEGA O.I.S. for camera shake compensation.
  • Compatible with Micro Four Thirds cameras with an equivalent focal length range of 90-300 mm.
  • One UHR element for consistent illumination and sharpness.
  • Two aspherical elements to reduce spherical aberration and distortion.
  • Multiple...
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The Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6 ASPH covers portrait to telephoto length.

  • MEGA O.I.S. for camera shake compensation.
  • Compatible with Micro Four Thirds cameras with an equivalent focal length range of 90-300 mm.
  • One UHR element for consistent illumination and sharpness.
  • Two aspherical elements to reduce spherical aberration and distortion.
  • Multiple coatings to suppress flare and increase contrast.
  • Stepping motor for smooth and nearly silent autofocus.
  • Rounded seven-blade diaphragm for smooth out-of-focus quality.

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Specifications

Dimensions

Type
Standard Zoom
Lens Type
Variable Aperture Zoom
Sensor Type
Crop Frame
Maximum Aperture (f)
4 - 5.6
Minimum Aperture (f)
22
Filter Diameter
52 mm
Focal Length Range
45 - 150 mm
Weight
200 gr
Mount
Micro Four Thirds (MFT)
Colour
Black

Features & Functions

Image Stabilization
Yes
Autofocus (AF)
Yes
3D
No

Usage

Device Group
-

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  • dkate
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    5 out of 5 members found this review helpful

    My experience with the lens comes from using it with Olympus cameras (EPL5 and OMD EM10 III). I bought the lens because my previous telephoto, the equivalent Olympus, gave up after 4.5 years of use—so this also answers the question for those considering a cheap telephoto for MFT.

    Features:
    * Small size: incredibly compact for a telephoto reaching 300mm equivalent, when retracted it’s the same size or even smaller than kit lenses for APSC DSLRs. It’s also smaller than the Olympus equivalent.
    * Image stabilization: despite its small size, the lens is optically stabilized, a very useful feature for Panasonic cameras that lack sensor stabilization like Olympus. It manages exposures up to 1/4 second at 150mm without much blurring.
    * Sharpness: Both lenses are quite sharp, though I think the Olympus lens is sharper at shorter focal lengths.
    * Brightness: Although both lenses have the same aperture at minimum and maximum focal length (4-5.6), the Olympus lens was brighter at intermediate focal lengths, e.g., f/5 on the Olympus was at 100mm while the equivalent on the Panasonic was at 70mm.

    Focusing:
    I’m leaving focusing as a separate point because it’s a different story. Although theoretically the lens is compatible with Olympus cameras, my experience using it with the E-PL5 was almost unacceptable regarding focusing. The lens refused to focus at focal lengths below 100mm(!), especially at night or on cloudy days, and many times focusing had to be done manually. The experience with the Olympus OMD EM10 III, which has a next-generation processor, was better, almost normal, as it doesn’t have such intense focusing problems.

    PS:
    After 7 years of use, I can say I was probably too negative about the build quality, because although it seems cheap, it keeps going strong despite abuse.

    However, some issues remain when trying to focus at focal lengths below 70mm (about 1 in 3 times it won’t focus on the first try) with the OM5.

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    • Quiet
    • Weight
    • Color representation
    • Acidity
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
    • Autofocus (AF) speed
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  • My experience with the lens comes from using it with Olympus cameras (EPL5 and OMD EM10 III). I bought the lens because my previous telephoto, the equivalent Olympus, gave up after 4.5 years of use—so this also answers the question for those considering a cheap telephoto for MFT.

    Features:
    * Small size: incredibly compact for a telephoto reaching 300mm equivalent, when retracted it’s the same size or even smaller than kit lenses for APSC DSLRs. It’s also smaller than the Olympus equivalent.
    * Image stabilization: despite its small size, the lens is optically stabilized, a very useful feature for Panasonic cameras that lack sensor stabilization like Olympus. It manages exposures up to 1/4 second at 150mm without much blurring.
    * Sharpness: Both lenses are quite sharp, though I think the Olympus lens is sharper at shorter focal lengths.
    * Brightness: Although both lenses have the same aperture at minimum and maximum focal length (4-5.6), the Olympus lens was brighter at intermediate focal lengths, e.g., f/5 on the Olympus was at 100mm while the equivalent on the Panasonic was at 70mm.

    Focusing:
    I’m leaving focusing as a separate point because it’s a different story. Although theoretically the lens is compatible with Olympus cameras, my experience using it with the E-PL5 was almost unacceptable regarding focusing. The lens refused to focus at focal lengths below 100mm(!), especially at night or on cloudy days, and many times focusing had to be done manually. The experience with the Olympus OMD EM10 III, which has a next-generation processor, was better, almost normal, as it doesn’t have such intense focusing problems.

    PS:
    After 7 years of use, I can say I was probably too negative about the build quality, because although it seems cheap, it keeps going strong despite abuse.

    However, some issues remain when trying to focus at focal lengths below 70mm (about 1 in 3 times it won’t focus on the first try) with the OM5.

    Translated from Greek ·
    5
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Description & Specifications

The Lumix G Vario 45-150mm f/4-5.6 ASPH covers portrait to telephoto length.

  • MEGA O.I.S. for camera shake compensation.
  • Compatible with Micro Four Thirds cameras with an equivalent focal length range of 90-300 mm.
  • One UHR element for consistent illumination and sharpness.
  • Two aspherical elements to reduce spherical aberration and distortion.
  • Multiple coatings to suppress flare and increase contrast.
  • Stepping motor for smooth and nearly silent autofocus.
  • Rounded seven-blade diaphragm for smooth out-of-focus quality.

Manufacturer

Dimensions

Type
Standard Zoom
Lens Type
Variable Aperture Zoom
Sensor Type
Crop Frame
Maximum Aperture (f)
4 - 5.6
Minimum Aperture (f)
22
Filter Diameter
52 mm
Focal Length Range
45 - 150 mm
Weight
200 gr
Mount
Micro Four Thirds (MFT)
Colour
Black

Features & Functions

Image Stabilization
Yes
Autofocus (AF)
Yes
3D
No

Usage

Device Group
-

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (1)

There are no verified reviews
  1. 5 stars
    0
  2. 1
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
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  • dkate
    4
    5 out of 5 members found this review helpful

    My experience with the lens comes from using it with Olympus cameras (EPL5 and OMD EM10 III). I bought the lens because my previous telephoto, the equivalent Olympus, gave up after 4.5 years of use—so this also answers the question for those considering a cheap telephoto for MFT.

    Features:
    * Small size: incredibly compact for a telephoto reaching 300mm equivalent, when retracted it’s the same size or even smaller than kit lenses for APSC DSLRs. It’s also smaller than the Olympus equivalent.
    * Image stabilization: despite its small size, the lens is optically stabilized, a very useful feature for Panasonic cameras that lack sensor stabilization like Olympus. It manages exposures up to 1/4 second at 150mm without much blurring.
    * Sharpness: Both lenses are quite sharp, though I think the Olympus lens is sharper at shorter focal lengths.
    * Brightness: Although both lenses have the same aperture at minimum and maximum focal length (4-5.6), the Olympus lens was brighter at intermediate focal lengths, e.g., f/5 on the Olympus was at 100mm while the equivalent on the Panasonic was at 70mm.

    Focusing:
    I’m leaving focusing as a separate point because it’s a different story. Although theoretically the lens is compatible with Olympus cameras, my experience using it with the E-PL5 was almost unacceptable regarding focusing. The lens refused to focus at focal lengths below 100mm(!), especially at night or on cloudy days, and many times focusing had to be done manually. The experience with the Olympus OMD EM10 III, which has a next-generation processor, was better, almost normal, as it doesn’t have such intense focusing problems.

    PS:
    After 7 years of use, I can say I was probably too negative about the build quality, because although it seems cheap, it keeps going strong despite abuse.

    However, some issues remain when trying to focus at focal lengths below 70mm (about 1 in 3 times it won’t focus on the first try) with the OM5.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Quiet
    • Weight
    • Color representation
    • Acidity
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
    • Autofocus (AF) speed
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • My experience with the lens comes from using it with Olympus cameras (EPL5 and OMD EM10 III). I bought the lens because my previous telephoto, the equivalent Olympus, gave up after 4.5 years of use—so this also answers the question for those considering a cheap telephoto for MFT.

    Features:
    * Small size: incredibly compact for a telephoto reaching 300mm equivalent, when retracted it’s the same size or even smaller than kit lenses for APSC DSLRs. It’s also smaller than the Olympus equivalent.
    * Image stabilization: despite its small size, the lens is optically stabilized, a very useful feature for Panasonic cameras that lack sensor stabilization like Olympus. It manages exposures up to 1/4 second at 150mm without much blurring.
    * Sharpness: Both lenses are quite sharp, though I think the Olympus lens is sharper at shorter focal lengths.
    * Brightness: Although both lenses have the same aperture at minimum and maximum focal length (4-5.6), the Olympus lens was brighter at intermediate focal lengths, e.g., f/5 on the Olympus was at 100mm while the equivalent on the Panasonic was at 70mm.

    Focusing:
    I’m leaving focusing as a separate point because it’s a different story. Although theoretically the lens is compatible with Olympus cameras, my experience using it with the E-PL5 was almost unacceptable regarding focusing. The lens refused to focus at focal lengths below 100mm(!), especially at night or on cloudy days, and many times focusing had to be done manually. The experience with the Olympus OMD EM10 III, which has a next-generation processor, was better, almost normal, as it doesn’t have such intense focusing problems.

    PS:
    After 7 years of use, I can say I was probably too negative about the build quality, because although it seems cheap, it keeps going strong despite abuse.

    However, some issues remain when trying to focus at focal lengths below 70mm (about 1 in 3 times it won’t focus on the first try) with the OM5.

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