Panasonic officially announced the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 ASPH lens for MFT cameras. The US price of the lens is $1,097.99 (pre-orders now open).
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 ASPH lens features:
- Micro Four Thirds System
- 16-36mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
- One Aspherical ED and One UHR Element
- Three Aspherical and Two ED Elements
- Nano Surface Coating
- Splash, Dust, and Freezeproof Design
- Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 ASPH lens specifications:
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 8 – 18mm Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 16 – 36 mm |
| Aperture | Maximum: f/2.8 – 4 Minimum: f/22 |
| Camera Mount Type | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format Compatibility | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | 107° – 62° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 9.06″ (23 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.12x |
| Elements/Groups | 15/10 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
| Features | |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Filter Thread | Front: 67 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.89 x 3.46″ (73.4 x 88 mm) |
| Weight | 11.11 oz (315 g) |
