Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm F/4-7.1 Macro

Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm F/4-7.1 Macro – Dust-, Splash- and Freeze-Resistant Travel Zoom

Professional build quality for tough conditions

This Lumix S 28-200mm lens offers a professional-grade construction designed to keep working in challenging environments. It features dust- and splash-resistant sealing so you can continue shooting when conditions are wet or dusty. Additionally, the lens is built to operate in low temperatures and allows use at temperatures as low as -10°C.

Optical design focused on resolution and reduced aberration

The lens uses an optimized optical configuration to deliver clear images across its zoom range. The design consists of 17 elements arranged in 13 groups. Within that layout, the lens includes one aspherical (ASPH) element, four extra-low dispersion (ED) elements, and one ultra-high refractive (UHR) element. Together, these elements help minimize aberrations and ensure high resolution.

Front element protection and easy cleaning

To maintain image quality and simplify maintenance, the front lens element has a fluorine coating. This coating helps prevent oil-based dirt from sticking to the glass, which makes cleaning easier and helps preserve optical performance over time.

Key features at a glance

• Optimized optical configuration: 17 elements in 13 groups
• Special elements included: 1 ASPH, 4 ED, 1 UHR
• Weather resistance: dust- and splash-resistant design
• Low-temperature operation down to -10°C
• Fluorine coating on front element to resist oil-based dirt

Specifications

FAQ

Question: Is this lens suitable for shooting in rainy or dusty conditions?
Answer: Yes. The lens has a dust- and splash-resistant construction that helps protect it when shooting in rainy or dusty environments.

Question: How does the lens handle cold weather?
Answer: The lens is designed to operate in low temperatures and allows shooting at temperatures as low as -10°C, which supports use in colder climates.

Question: What in the optical design reduces image aberrations?
Answer: The lens uses an optimized configuration of 17 elements in 13 groups, including one aspherical element, four ED elements, and one UHR element; these components work together to minimize aberrations and maintain high resolution.

Question: Will the front element get smeared easily, and is it easy to clean?
Answer: The front element has a fluorine coating that prevents oil-based dirt from sticking, which makes cleaning easier and helps keep the front glass clearer for longer.