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Panasonic Lumix 14-45mm lens

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Lumix 14-45mm
14-45mm lens, on a Lumix G1
MakerPanasonic
Technical data
Focal length14-45mm
Focal length (35mm equiv.)28-90mm
Aperture (max/min)f/3.5-5.6
Close focus distance0.3 m (1 ft)
Max. magnification0.17
Diaphragm blades7
Construction12 elements in 9 groups
Features
Lens-based stabilizationYes Yes
Macro capableNo No
Physical
Max. length60 mm (2.36 in)
Diameter60 mm (2.36 in)
Weight195g (6.88 oz)
Filter diameter52mm
Accessories
Lens hoodIncluded
History
Introduction2008

The Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 lens is a standard zoom lens for Micro Four Thirds system cameras. It was the kit zoom included with Panasonic's Micro Four Thirds bodies, until replaced in early 2010 by the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-42mm. The 14-45mm is still available as a separate purchase.

Unlike the 14-42mm, the 14-45mm has a metal mount and hardware OIS switch. The front elements extend upon zooming, but do not rotate, allowing consistent use of polarized filters. The 52mm filter diameter lets a user share common filters with the Panasonic 14-42mm and 45-200mm, but not the 14-140 or 100-300mm.

The lens received good reviews compared to typical kit zooms offered by manufacturers,[1][2][3] and particularly compared to the cheaper Panasonic 14-42mm.[4]

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References

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  1. ^ "SLRGear review".
  2. ^ "Photozone review".
  3. ^ "What Digital Camera review".
  4. ^ "DPreview comparison".