Lens Details
Panasonic
LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm f/2.8-4
$799~
MSRP (prices vary)
Check price on Amazon
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases — at no extra cost to you.
Released: July 27, 2017
Highlights
- A 12-60mm f/2.8 zoom for Micro Four Thirds — a versatile everyday option.
- A bright f/2.8 aperture supports low-light work and subject separation through the zoom range.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is lightweight at 320g.
Who it's for
The Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-60mm f/2.8-4 is a 12-60mm f/2.8 zoom lens — a standard option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
12-60mm
Focal Length
f/2.8
Max Aperture
Micro Four Thirds
Coverage
○
Stabilized
320g
Weight
62mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 12-60mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 12 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | 84° – 20° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 24-120mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 20 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.3x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $799 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 62mm |
| Diameter | 68mm |
| Length | 71mm |
| Weight | 320g (11.3 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
