Panasonic - LUMIX G LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm F/2.8-4.0 ASPH Standard Zoom Lens for Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds Cameras - Black

Name: Panasonic - LUMIX G LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm F/2.8-4.0 ASPH Standard Zoom Lens for Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds Cameras - Black
Brand: Panasonic
SKU: 5723602
Price: 873.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (17 reviews)

Model: H-ES12060

SKU: 5723602

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Key Specs
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Micro Four Thirds
- Lens Type: Standard Zoom
- Minimum Focal Length: 12 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 60 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
General
- Brand: Panasonic
- Model Number: H-ES12060
- Product Name: LUMIX G LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm F/2.8-4.0 ASPH Standard Zoom Lens for Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds Cameras
- Color: Black
Compatibility
- Brand Compatibility: Panasonic
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Micro Four Thirds
- Tripod/Monopod Mountable: false (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
- Lens Series: Panasonic Lumix G (The product group that the lens belongs to, based on similar shared features.)
Dimensions
- Product Weight: 0.7055 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Imaging
- Lens Type: Standard Zoom
- Auto/Manual Focus: Automatic/manual
- In-Lens Image Stabilization: true (This feature helps reduce image blurring from camera motion. Lens stabilization means an element within the lens moves automatically to counteract detected motion.)
Exposure Control
- Minimum Focal Length: 12 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 60 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- Minimum Aperture: f/4 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
- Focal Length 35mm Film Equivalent: 24-120 mm (The focal length of the lens that provides the same field of view as a 35mm film camera.)
Performance
- Filter Diameter: 62 millimeters
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: Not Available
- Warranty - Labor: Not Available
Other
- UPC: 885170306691

Take this Panasonic LEICA DG professional lens on your next shoot for reliable focusing on everything from landscapes to family portraits. The 12-60mm lens is compatible with Lumix digital cameras and features an f/2.8-4.0 standard zoom range for clarity from corner to corner. This Panasonic LEICA DG professional lens features Nano surface coating to eliminate blurs and ghosting.

Compatible with select mirrorless cameras with a Micro Four Thirds mounting system: Including Panasonic LUMIX G Series, Olympus E and OM Series, and Black Magic Mirrorless cameras.
Standard zoom lens: Allows you to capture natural shots with minimum distortion.
f/2.8 maximum aperture: Provides clear landscape images and beautiful distance shots even in the shade and on cloudy days.
Optical (Power O.I.S.) image stabilization: Permits utilizing slower shutter speeds without image blur.
Nano surface coating: This special, ultra-thin coating was developed originally by Panasonic to reduce bothersome reflections across the entire light spectrum.
Internal focusing system: For quick focusing without compromising balance.
Fast focus tracking: Focus tracking via a 240 fps linear motor.
Splashproof and dustproof: For safe use in challenging conditions.

Whats Included

Panasonic LUMIX G LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm F/2.8-4.0 ASPH Standard Zoom Lens for Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds Cameras

Q: Which is the best ND filter to go along with this lens?

A: In order to assist you with your unit, we recommend you to contact us on shop.panasonic.com/livechat MON-FRI; 9AM-5PM EST.

Q: is this a wide angle lens

A: Hi! No, this will be a standard zoom lens for micro four thirds cameras. -A

Customers are saying

Customers praise the LUMIX G LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT lens for its versatility, compact size, and lightweight design. They also appreciate the sharp image quality it produces. While some customers wish it had a lens hood, overall, they are pleased with the lens's performance.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Pro quality and compact
For the equivalent focal length, this is a very compact lens. Autofocus is very fast. It's very sharp wide open and even better stopped down just a tiny bit, but center to corner sharpness is very good no matter where the aperture is set. I think it's a little sharper than the Lumix 12-35F2.8. I did some informal testing and the image stabilization appears to be better, and the images tend to be a little sharper with the 12-60. About the only drawback I can think of is that the aperture is really only F2.8 at 12 mm, and it slows pretty quickly after that as you zoom out. But the lens ( and especially combined with Panasonic's dual is system) can provide sharp images at very slow shutter speeds because the image stabilization system is so effective. Although the lens is a little bit slower than the 12-35, I use this one more, because it's a much more versatile focal length range, and the improved stabilization compensates for the slightly slower aperture at the long end. This is also an excellent choice for video and there is minimal focus breathing and it is pretty much parfocal. This is a professional quality lens and comes highly recommended.
Posted 1 year ago by Mascon
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great We'll Rounded Lens
This lens is very nice. It has a good range and is reasonably fast when wide open. The auto focus and image stabilization works GREAT with the GH5. I truly believe that those who say auto focus on the GH5 isn't good have not tried it with this lens attached. The only con I find with this lens is that it only shoots at 2.8 at 12mm......you barely zoom in and the f stop instantly decreases. If the lens were faster the while way thru I'd give it an A+
Posted 7 years ago by QTal
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best GH5 lens
Possibly the best lens available for the GH5. Sharp, great color and contrast, well built.... only thing to make it nicer would be a constant aperture but the. It would probably cost and weigh twice as much.
Posted 7 years ago by SVarney