Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Asph. Power-OIS Review

Lightweight and ultra-compact power-driven zoom

Product Overview

Overall rating:

88%

Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Asph. Power-OIS

Overall score:88%
Value:85%
Performance:90%
Image Quality:90%
Features:90%
Design:85%

Pros:

  • No visible colour fringing

Cons:

  • Power zoom and focusing requires familiarisation

Product:

Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Asph. Power-OIS Review

Manufacturer:

Price as reviewed:

£284.00

Sample images

Verdict

Choice is something that seems to characterise Panasonic's Lumix lens range, which elsewhere offers both a 45-200mm Mega OIS zoom and a 45-175mm GX Power-Zoom. That choice is echoed here too: the power-driven 14-42mm zoom simply offers yet another alternative to traditional rotating collars - and a very fine alternative it is too.

Details

Sample Photos: See sample image gallery
Minimum Aperture:f/22
Filter Thread:37mm
Minimum Focus:0.2-0.3m
Lens Construction:9/8
Weight:95g
Maximum Aperture:f/3.5-5.6
35mm Equivalent Focal Length:28-84mm
Focal Length:14-42mm
Dimensions:61x27mm
Maximum Format Size:micro four thirds
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