Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 300mm F4 IS PRO vs Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 50-200mm f/2.8-4
Key Differences
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 50-200mm f/2.8-4 has a better min focus distance (75 cm vs 200 cm).
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 50-200mm f/2.8-4 has a better weight (655g (1.44 lb) vs 1475g (3.25 lb)).
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 50-200mm f/2.8-4 has a better length (136mm vs 227.2mm).
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 50-200mm f/2.8-4 has a better price (msrp) ($1,499 vs $2,499).
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 50-200mm f/2.8-4 has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 300mm | 50-200mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 17 | 21 |
| Optical Groups | 13 | 15 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 600-600mm | 100-400mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | DSP | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 200 cm | 75 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.48x | 0.24x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,499 | $1,499 |
| Filter Size | 72mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 92.5mm | 76mm |
| Length | 227.2mm | 136mm |
| Weight | 1475g (3.25 lb) | 655g (1.44 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | No |
