Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f/2.8 POWER O.I.S. Telephoto Prime Lens for Micro Four Thirds with 1.4x Teleconverter

Wildlife photographers and sports shooters who need extreme reach without sacrificing speed will find the Panasonic H-ES200E an indispensable tool. Mounted on a Micro Four Thirds body, this 200mm prime delivers a 400mm equivalent field of view, letting you fill the frame with distant subjects while maintaining a bright f/2.8 aperture for shallow depth of field and fast shutter speeds. The included 1.4x teleconverter extends your reach to 560mm equivalent, making it ideal for birding, airshows, and field sports where getting closer isn't an option.

Key specifications

• Lens type: Telephoto prime lens
• Mount: Micro Four Thirds
• Focal length: 200mm (400mm 35mm equivalent)
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Optical design: 15 elements in 13 groups, including 2 UED and 1 aspherical element
• Diaphragm: 9 rounded blades
• Image stabilization: POWER O.I.S.
• Autofocus: Yes, linear motor
• Minimum focus distance: 1.15 m
• Maximum magnification: 0.2x (0.4x 35mm equivalent)
• Filter size: 77 mm
• Weather sealing: Dust, splash, and freeze-resistant
• Included teleconverter: DMW-TC14 (1.4x)
• Angle of view: 6.2°

Why choose it

The Leica DG Elmarit 200mm f/2.8 is engineered for uncompromising image quality. Its advanced optical construction suppresses chromatic aberrations and distortion, while the bright f/2.8 aperture enables beautiful bokeh and confident low-light performance. The built-in POWER O.I.S. compensates for camera shake, ensuring sharp handheld shots even at extreme telephoto lengths. The rugged, weather-sealed design allows shooting in challenging conditions, from dusty savannas to freezing sidelines.

Ideal use cases

• Wildlife and bird photography
• Sports and action
• Airshows and motorsports
• Portrait photography with compressed perspective

Good to know

The lens is compatible with all Micro Four Thirds cameras from Panasonic and Olympus. The included DMW-TC14 teleconverter maintains autofocus and image stabilization while extending focal length. With a 77mm filter thread, it accepts standard filters for protection or creative effects.