Used Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4-6.3 ASPH. Power O.I.S.

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Condition & contents

Grading Excellent cosmetic condition. Some light use to the zoom/focus rings. Optics clean & free from defects.
Testing Fully tested
Warranty 6 Month Warranty
Includes Front & Rear caps. Hood. Box.

At a glance: Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm POWER O.I.S. - super-telephoto zoom for MFT, 200-800mm equivalent.

About this lens

The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4-6.3 ASPH POWER O.I.S. is Panasonic's super-telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds - 200-800mm full-frame equivalent, Leica-optimised optics, with POWER O.I.S. stabilisation. A remarkably compact tool for wildlife and sports on MFT.

Build & handling

Sensor coverage Micro Four Thirds
Autofocus Linear AF motor - fast, silent
Image stabilisation Yes - POWER O.I.S. (Dual IS 2 compatible)
Weather resistance Yes - dust and splash-proof
Minimum focus distance 1.3m
Filter thread 72mm
Weight 985g
Construction Leica-certified optics, ED + UED glass, Nano Surface Coating, tripod collar

Works with

  • Panasonic Lumix Micro Four Thirds bodies (G9 II, GH6, G9, GH5, etc.)
  • Olympus / OM System Micro Four Thirds bodies
  • Any Micro Four Thirds body - universal mount

Best for

A serious wildlife super-telephoto for MFT - 800mm full-frame equivalent reach in a ~1kg package is an unusually compact combination. Leica certification indicates Panasonic's highest optical standards. Popular with bird photographers and wildlife shooters who value portability alongside reach.

Frequently asked questions

How does 800mm equivalent work on MFT?

MFT has a 2x crop factor, so a 400mm MFT lens frames the same field of view as an 800mm full-frame lens. The depth of field and exposure follow MFT rules, but the reach is genuinely equivalent to an 800mm full-frame prime.

Does this lens have image stabilisation?

Yes - POWER O.I.S., compatible with Dual IS 2 on Panasonic bodies (combined lens + body stabilisation).

Specifications

Focal Length100-400mm
Lens TypeTelephoto, Zoom
Max Aperturef/4.0
Lens MountMicro Four Thirds
ConditionUsed
BrandPanasonic