Panasonic LUMIX S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S. Lens S-R70300E

Telephoto zoom lenses often force a choice between reach and close-up ability, but the Panasonic LUMIX S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro O.I.S. closes that gap. It covers a versatile 70-300mm range and focuses down to 0.54m for 0.5x macro magnification, so one lens handles sports, wildlife, portraits, and detailed close-ups.

Who is it for

LUMIX S full-frame mirrorless photographers who want a single lens for distant subjects and macro details without carrying multiple optics.

Main features

• 70-300mm telephoto zoom with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture
• 0.5x macro magnification at 300mm (minimum focus distance 0.74m)
• Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.) and Dual I.S. 2 support for sharp handheld shots
• Dust, splash, and freeze-resistant construction for outdoor use
• Fast, quiet autofocus suitable for stills and video

Specifications

• Lens mount: L-Mount
• Focal length: 70-300mm
• Maximum aperture: f/4.5-5.6
• Minimum aperture: f/22
• Lens construction: 17 elements in 11 groups (1 UED, 2 ED, 1 UHR)
• Diaphragm blades: 11 (rounded)
• Minimum focus distance: 0.54m at 70mm, 0.74m at 300mm
• Maximum magnification: 0.5x at 300mm
• Filter size: 77mm
• Angle of view: 34° (wide) - 8.2° (tele)
• Image stabilization: Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.), Dual I.S. 2 compatible
• Weather sealing: Dust, splash, and freeze-resistant
• Autofocus: Yes

Tips

For macro shots at 300mm, use a tripod or enable O.I.S. to reduce camera shake. Pair with a 77mm circular polarizer to cut reflections on foliage and water.