Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm F3.8-5.6 Asph. / Mega O.I.S. Zoom Lens

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Panasonic delivers another interchangeable lens designed specifically for the digital SLR camera, the Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm / F3.8-5.6 Asph./ Mega O.I.S. This large-diameter standard zoom lens features a focal length from 14mm to 50mm (35mm equivalent: 28mm 100mm) and compliance with the Four Thirds System. The Vario-Elmar 14-50mm lens comes in a more compact and lightweight body while maintaining the high-end optical design and meeting Leica's stringent quality and performance standards. It delivers high resolution and contrast from edge to edge -- especially at the telephoto end -- and captures beautiful portrait photos with an attractive smoothness in out-of-focus areas, produced by the seven-blade diaphragm aperture.

The Leica D Vario-Elmar comprises 15 lens elements in 11 groups, including two Aspherical lenses, minimizing distortion and peripheral vignetting at the wide end. Two ED (extra-low dispersion) lenses reduce chromatic aberration to an absolute minimum. It also incorporates Panasonic`s advanced Mega O.I.S. -- an optical image stabilization system controlled by the integrated Venus engine LSI that provides outstanding hand-shake correction. With a minimum focus distance of 11.4 inches and a maximum photographic magnification of 0.42x (35mm equivalent) the Vario-Elmar 14-50mm lens makes it possible for the photographer to take outstanding macro shots even without using a tripod.

Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm F3.8-5.6 Asph. / Mega O.I.S. Zoom Lens Key Features

Included Accessories:

• VYC0972 Lens Hood
• VYF3160 Lens Cap
• VFC4185 Rear Lens Cap
• VFC4206 Lens Storage Bag

3.6x Standard Zoom Lens with Zoom Range From 28mm to 100mm (35mm Equivalent)

Featuring a focal length from 14mm to 50mm (35mm equivalent: 28mm to 100mm), the Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm/F3.8-5.6 lens was developed exclusively for digital SLR cameras. The lens comprises 15 elements in 11 groups, including two aspherical lenses and two ED (extra-low dispersion) lenses.

Panasonic MEGA O.I.S. Advanced Hand-Shake Correction Technology

With its outstanding stabilization performance, Panasonic's Mega O.I.S. allows you to use slower shutter speeds more than three steps. To detect and correct the hand-shake accurately, Panasonic's Venus Engine LSI is incorporated into the lens. This advanced image stabilizer lets you capture clear telephoto shots or shoot in dim lighting without using a tripod. Three Image Stabilization modes are available to suit different needs. With Mode 1m the image is continually corrected, so you can see the image clearly on the LCD. In Mode 2 correction occurs only when you press the shutter release button, providing a greater corrective effect. Mode 3 continually corrects for up/down camera movement, and is ideal for panning action shots.

Two Aspherical Lenses and Two ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Lenses For Superb Optical Performance

The Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm / F3.8-5.6 Asph./ Mega O.I.S. lens uses two Aspherical lenses and two ED (extra-low dispersion) lenses to deliver an outstanding optical performance. Across the entire 28-100 mm zoom range, it captures high-resolution, high-contrast images that are clear from corner to corner. The ED lenses suppress chromatic aberration, helping you capture accurate, true-to-life telephoto shots with minimum color bleeding.

Minimum Focus Distance of 11.4 Inches Over The Entire Zoom Range

With its minimum focus distance of 11.4 inches (29 cm) even at full zoom, the Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm lens provides a maximum photographic magnification of 0.42x (35mm equivalent). This combines with Mega O.I.S. hand-shake correction to let you capture outstanding macro shots even at tele-end without using a tripod.

Contrast AF System Support

When mounted on the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10, the lens supports the contrast AF system integrated in the camera and allows the photographer to use functions such as face detection.

Circular Aperture Diaphragm

Seven aperture blades give the aperture a rounded shape that, when shooting at larger aperture, produces an attractive smoothness in out-of-focus areas for smooth, soft, background defocusing.

Multiple Lens Coatings Minimize Ghosts And Flare

The lens system uses multi-coated lens elements that reduce ghosts and flare to an absolute minimum, helping deliver an optical performance that meets Leica's lofty standards.

Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm F3.8-5.6 Asph. / Mega O.I.S. Zoom Lens Specifications

Focal Length

f=14mm to 50mm (35mm film camera equivalent 28mm to 100mm)

Lens Construction

15 Elements in 11 Groups, including 2 Aspherical Lens Elements, 2 ED Lens Elements

Mount

Four Thirds mount

Optical Image Stabilizer

Yes (With Lumix DMC-L1, DMC-L10)

Aperture Type

Circular aperture diaphragm / 7 diaphragm blades

Maximum Aperture

f3.8 Wide - f5.6 Telephoto

Minimum Aperture

f22

Closest Focusing Distance

11.42" (29cm) at all focal lengths

Maximum Image Magnification

0.21x (35mm Equivalent: 0.42x)

Diagonal Angle of View

75° to 24°

Filter Size

67mm

Dimensions, Diameter x Length

2.91" x 3.86" (74 mm x 93 mm)

Weight

15.3 oz. (434 g)

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