Panasonic LUMIX S Series 18-40mm F4.5-6.3 Lens

About: Panasonic LUMIX S Series 18-40mm F4.5-6.3 Lens

The new LUMIX S 18-40mm is the world’s smallest and lightest zoom lens, weighing approximately 155g/0.34lb, and is designed to be a compact and lightweight addition to the LUMIX S Series full frame lens line up. This lens covers focal lengths from an ultra-wide angle of 18mm to a standard 40mm, with a closest shooting distance of 0.15m/0.49ft, allowing for the flexibility to capture expansive landscapes and buildings or portrait shots in a natural perspective.

In addition, the lens incorporates the high-quality video performance expected from LUMIX with effective focus breathing suppression.

The World's Smallest and Lightest Zoom Lens

• Designed to be compact and portable with dimensions of φ67.9 x 40.9 mm and a light weight of 155g
• A perfect partner to the compact full frame LUMIX S9 camera
• Robust and reliable dust, splash and freeze-resistant design with fluorine coating

Unique 18-40mm Focal Length

• 18mm ultra-wide angle allows for capture of expansive landscapes, while the standard 40mm is perfect for shots with a natural perspective
• Capable of 18-120mm with the Hybrid Zoom function on the LUMIX S9

Ideal for Both Videography and Photography

• Excellent performance in both photo and video, capturing in high-resolution with beautiful bokeh
• Effectively suppresses focus breathing, in which the angle of view changes caused by movements in the focus position

Specifications

• Lens Construction: 8 elements in 7 groups (3 aspherical lenses, 2 ED lenses, 1 UHR lens) (excluding 1 protection element)
• Mount: L-Mount
• Optical Image Stabilizer:  -
• Focal Length: f=18-40mm
• Aperture Type: 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm
• Maximum Aperture: F4.5 (Wide) - F6.3 (Tele)
• Minimum Aperture: F22 (Wide) - F32 (Tele)
• Closest Focusing Distance: 0.15m/0.49ft (at focal length 18-21mm) / 0.35m/1.15ft (at focal length 40mm)
• Maximum Magnification:  0.28x (at focal length 21mm)
• Diagonal Angle of View: 100°(Wide) - 57°(Tele)
• Dust and Splash Resistant: Yes*
  • *Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this lens is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.
• Recommended Operating Temperature: -10℃ to 40℃  (14℉ to 104℉)
• Filter Size: φ62mm
• Max. Diameter: φ67.9mm / 2.67inch
• Overall Length: Approx. 40.9mm / 1.61inch  (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
• Weight: Approx. 155g / 0.34lb (excluding lens cap and lens rear cap)
• Standard Accessories: Lens cap, Lens rear cap