Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH Review

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH. Verdict

Panasonic has produced here a telephoto zoom that is exceptionally easy to handle, produces excellent results and is priced realistically against the competition. Compared to full frame marques, it is priced very competitively when we consider what job the lens does.

Not only that, but the compact, light construction mirrors the size of the MFT cameras and follows the ethos of the MFT system. It is easy to see the attraction of lighter, smaller cameras and lenses, especially when the quality is still extremely high.

So, on various levels, a lovely lens and an Editor's Choice.

Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH. Pros

Excellent sharpness
Low CA
No flare
Fast AF
Beautifully designed and engineered
Superb OIS
Dust, moisture and freezeproof
Compact

Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH. Cons

Diffraction limits smaller apertures

Features: 4.5/5

Handling: 5/5

Performance: 5/5

Value: 4.5/5

Overall Verdict

5/5

Specifications

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