Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm

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Lumix 14–42mm
Maker Panasonic
Technical data
TypeZoom
Focal length14-42mm
Focal length (35mm equiv.)28-84mm
Aperture (max/min)f/3.5-5.6
Close focus distance0.2 m (8 in)
Max. magnification0.34
Diaphragm blades7, rounded
Construction9 elements in 8 groups
Features
Lens-based stabilization Yes check.svg Yes
Macro capable X mark.svg No
Physical
Max. length84 mm (3.31 in)
Diameter61 mm (2.4 in)
Weight95g (3.4 oz)
Filter diameter37 mm
Accessories
Lens hoodn
Angle of view
Diagonal29-75 deg
History
Introduction2011

The Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm is a zoom lens in the Micro Four Thirds system. It is a "standard zoom"- ranging from moderately wide to moderately tele. An unusual feature is that the lens collapses to pancake size. To do so, focus-by-wire and power zoom are manually controlled by two thumb levers, not grip rings. There is no hardware switch for O.I.S, instead being controlled via the camera body. Panasonic's "HD" branding indicates focus and zoom motors are quiet, for videography. The optics contain Panasonic's "nano surface coating".

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