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Panasonic Announces Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f2.8 Share This on LinkedIn   Share This on Google   Tweet This   Forward This

8 November 2017

Panasonic has introduced the Leica DG Elmarit200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S., the first large-diameter ultra-telephoto fixed focal length lens within the Leica DG family. It features the sharpest-ever corner-to-corner image quality in the history of Lumix digital interchangeable lenses, the company said, in a compact, lightweight design.

A 1.4x teleconverter is also bundled with the lens, extending the focal distance to 560mm (35mm camera equivalent). An optional 2x teleconverter is also available.

The lens is comprised of 15 elements in 13 groups, featuring two Ultra Extra-low Dispersion elements to achieve high resolution, high contrast images from corner to corner while suppressing distortion and chromatic aberration.

Incorporating a triple linear motor system and maximum 240 fps sensor drive, the new Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S. achieves high-speed, high-precision contrast AF system for both photo and video recording.

The lens also boasts a rugged, dust and splash-proof design that is freeze-proof down to 14 degrees F.

HIGHLIGHTS

Highlights of the 200mm include:

  • Micro Four Thirds system
  • 400mm 35mm Equivalent
  • Aperture range: f2.8 to f22
  • Two Ultra Extra-Low Dispersion elements
  • Nano surface coating
  • Triple linear autofocus motor
  • Power Optical Image Stabilizer
  • Focus control limiter
  • Focus memory
  • Splash, dust and freezeproof design
  • DMW-TC14 1.4x teleconverter included

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for the 200mm include:

PANASONIC 200mm f2.8 ELMARIT SPECIFICATIONS
Mount Micro Four Thirds
Focal Length 200mm (400mm 35m equivalent)
Aperture f2.8 to f22
9 rounded diaphragm blades
Angle of View 6.2°
Minimum Focus 3.8 ft.
Magnification 0.2x
Optical Design 15 elements in 13 groups
Autofocus Yes, tTriple linear motor system
Max. 240 fps sensor drive for high-speed autofocusing
Image Stabilization Yes
Filter Thread 77mm
Dimensions 3.44 x 6.85 inches
Weight 43.92 oz.

PRICE, AVAILABILITY

Panasonic said the Elmarit 200mm lens and accessories will be available in early January 2018. The lens with the 1.4x teleconverter will be $2,999.99 and the optional 2x teleconverter is $599.99.

Adorama and B&H are both now accepting pre-orders.

For more information see the news release below.

Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S. (H-ES200)

The New Compact, Lightweight Ultra Telephoto Lens with Power O.I.S. for Handheld 400mm Equivalent Ultra-Telephoto Shooting

NEWARK, N.J. -- Panasonic Consumer Electronics Co. is proud to introduce a new telephoto single focal length lens, the Leica DG Elmarit200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S. (35mm camera equivalent: 400mm). The Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S. is the first large-diameter ultra-telephoto fixed focal length lens within the Leica DG family. It boasts the sharpest-ever corner-to-corner image quality in the history of Lumix digital interchangeable lenses. Featuring high mobility in a compact, lightweight design, it also offers handheld ultra-telephoto shooting.

With its 400mm ultra telephoto focal length and stunning descriptive performance, the Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S. is suitable for wildlife or sports photography. The 1.4x Teleconverter (DMW-TC14) is bundled to extend the focusing distance to 560mm (35mm camera equivalent) for close-up shots.

The fast f2.8 aperture lets users capture fast-moving subjects while the Power O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) effectively compensates for hand-shake movement, making it easy to shoot even without a tripod or in low-lit situations. The lens works with Dual I.S. (Image Stabilizer) and Dual I.S. 2.0 systems when mounted on a compliant Panasonic Lumix DSLM (Digital Single Lens Mirrorless) camera for more powerful hand-shake suppression.

Clearing the stringent quality standard of Leica, the lens is comprised of 15 elements in 13 groups, featuring two UED (Ultra Extra-low Dispersion) lenses. The use of UED lenses and Panasonic cutting-edge optical technology achieve high resolution, high contrast images from corner to corner while suppressing distortion and chromatic aberration.

Incorporating a triple linear motor system and max. 240 fps sensor drive, the new Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S. achieves high-speed, high-precision contrast AF system for both photo and video recording. This stunning AF performance is excellent to record 4K video, where precise focusing is required. In addition, the micro-step drive system in the aperture control section helps the camera smoothly catch up to brightness changes when panning.

The Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S. boasts a rugged, dust/splash-proof design and is freeze-proof down to 14 degrees F to withstand professional use under harsh conditions. Offered in sharp, metallic black color, it stylishly matches the Lumix G Digital Single Lens Mirrorless cameras.

The Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f2.8 Power O.I.S. can also be used with the 2.0x Teleconverter DMW-TC20 (sold separately), which extends the focusing distance to 800mm (35mm camera equivalent) to capture subjects at a greater distance.

The new Elmarit 200mm lens and accessories will be available in early January 2018. The lens with the 1.4x teleconverter MSRP will be $2,999.99 and the optional 2x teleconverter is $599.99. For more information, visit http://www.panasonic.com/lumix.


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