Panasonic

Panasonic LUMIX G X Vario II 14-42mm Lens H-FS1442AKA Renewed

1.9in3.88oz

Capture Sharp Images with Panasonic LUMIX G X Vario II Lens Enhance your photography with the Panasonic LUMIX G X Vario II Lens. This renewed lens offers a versatile zoom range, excellent image stabilization, and high-quality optics, making it perfect for a variety of shooting situations. Speci...

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Overview

Capture Sharp Images with Panasonic LUMIX G X Vario II Lens

Enhance your photography with the Panasonic LUMIX G X Vario II Lens. This renewed lens offers a versatile zoom range, excellent image stabilization, and high-quality optics, making it perfect for a variety of shooting situations.

Specifications:

  • Focal Length: 14-42mm
  • Aperture: F3.5-5.6
  • Mount: Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds
  • Image Stabilization: MEGA Optical I.S.

Key Features

14-42mm F3.5-5.6 Micro Four Thirds Mirrorless system camera lens

New super compact design only 1.9in overall length (3.88oz)

Upgrade compatibility for LUMIX Dual I.S. feature

46mm filter mount

Specifications

Focal Length
14-42mm
Aperture Range
F3.5-5.6
Mount Type
Micro Four Thirds
Overall Length
1.9in
Weight
3.88oz
Filter Diameter
46mm
Image Stabilization Compatibility
LUMIX Dual I.S.

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Offers a versatile 14-42mm focal length range, suitable for a variety of shooting scenarios from wide-angle to portrait.
  • Features a new super compact design, measuring only 1.9 inches in overall length for enhanced portability.
  • Weighs a mere 3.88 ounces, making it extremely lightweight and ideal for travel or extended shooting sessions.
  • Provides upgrade compatibility for LUMIX Dual I.S. feature, enhancing image stabilization when paired with compatible camera bodies.
  • Equipped with a 46mm filter mount, allowing for the use of common filters to expand creative possibilities.

👎 Cons

  • The variable aperture of F3.5-5.6 means light gathering capability decreases as you zoom in, impacting low-light performance.
  • As a renewed product, its condition may vary and it might not include a full manufacturer's warranty.
  • The Micro Four Thirds system lens limits its compatibility to only Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras.
  • The 42mm maximum focal length may not be sufficient for distant subjects or significant telephoto reach.
  • While compact, the "II" version implies there was an older model, and specific improvements over the original are not detailed beyond size.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is a Micro Four Thirds Mirrorless system camera lens, compatible only with cameras that feature a Micro Four Thirds mount.
The lens boasts a new super compact design with an overall length of only 1.9 inches and weighs just 3.88 ounces, making it highly portable.
The maximum aperture of this lens is F3.5 at the wide end, decreasing to F5.6 at the telephoto end (14-42mm F3.5-5.6).
Yes, this lens offers upgrade compatibility for the LUMIX Dual I.S. feature, which can enhance image stabilization when used with compatible LUMIX camera bodies.
This lens is equipped with a 46mm filter mount, allowing you to attach various filters.