Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 compact macro lens announced



Panasonic announced a new Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 compact macro lens for Leica L-mount from their latest roadmap:

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The LUMIX S-E100 is the world's smallest and lightest1 medium-telephoto fixed focal length macro lens

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is pleased to introduce the brand new LUMIX S 100mm F2.8 MACRO (S-E100) lens based on the L-Mount system standard. Compact and lightweight to match the camera body, the S-E100 lens joins the LUMIX S Series lineup which is designed to address the demand for accessible yet professional grade photography gear.

With a new optical design and a newly developed Dual Phase linear motor, the S-E100 is the world's smallest and lightest medium-telephoto fixed focal length macro lens, weighing approximately 298 grams. It boasts high resolution, stunning bokeh unique to macro lenses, excellent depth in expression, and fast focusing in a chassis matched to our existing F/1.8 series of lenses. At the same time, its compact nature ensures excellent mobility outdoors and in other shooting locations.

In addition to close proximity photography, the S-E100 also produces impressive portraits and images unique to medium-telephoto lenses, with support for fast autofocusing and bright F/2.8 aperture. Following increased demand for video capabilities, the S-E100 produces high-quality video content through silent operation with optically corrected focus breathing. This is due to the newly developed linear focus motor and micro-step aperture control. These features allow for smooth exposure change and the ability to choose between linear or nonlinear focus ring settings.

By providing cutting edge, improved performance and mobility for camera enthusiasts and professionals, LUMIX aims to create a new digital mirrorless camera market.

Main Features

1. The World's Smallest and Lightest2 Medium-Telephoto Fixed Focal Length Macro Lens

2. High Resolution and Outstanding Photographic Performance

3. Optimal Video Functionality for Video Production

4. Fast Autofocus performance for expanded capabilities

5. Unified Design and rendering

The LUMIX S-E100 lens will be available at valued channel partners at the end of January 2024 for $999.99 MSRP.