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Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm F4.0-5.6 ASPH OIS

Announced Aug 26, 2011 •
Telephoto zoom lens | Micro Four Thirds | H-PS45175K
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Product description
Announced Aug 26, 2011

The Panasonic LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 45-175mm / F4.0-5.6 ASPH. / POWER O.I.S. lens offers a versatile zoom range equivalent to 90-350mm with electrically-powered zoom operation. The lens includes two aspherical elements, optical image stabilization and a 7-bladed aperture for smooth out-of-focus areas.

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Panasonic launches Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm F4.0-5.6 ASPH OIS
Aug 26, 2011
Quick specs
Lens type Zoom lens
Focal length 45–175 mm
Image stab. Yes
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds
Max aperture F4–5.6
Min aperture F22
Min focus 0.90 m (35.43″)
Max magnification 0.2×
Weight 210 g (0.46 lb)
Length 90 mm (3.54″)

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