Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 II vs Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 100-300mm F4-5.6 II
Key Differences
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 II has a better min focus distance (90 cm vs 150 cm).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 100-300mm F4-5.6 II has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 II has a better weight (423g (14.9 oz) vs 520g (1.15 lb)).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 100-300mm F4-5.6 II has a better maximum aperture (f/4 vs f/4.8).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 100-300mm F4-5.6 II has a better price (msrp) ($549 vs $599).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 75-300mm | 100-300mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 17 | 17 |
| Optical Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.8 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 150-600mm | 200-600mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | Yes |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 90 cm | 150 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x | 0.21x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $599 | $549 |
| Filter Size | 58mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 68.5mm | 73.6mm |
| Length | 116.5mm | 126mm |
| Weight | 423g (14.9 oz) | 520g (1.15 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
