Panasonic Lumix G Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 M43 Lens

This telephoto zoom lens from Panasonic for Micro Four Thirds compatible cameras covers a range equivalent to a 90-350mm lens on a 35mm camera. It is one of Panasonic's new premium 'X' series lenses that uses a built in motor to move the lens through its zoom range, rather than a direct mechanical system. This lens costs around £400 and sports internal focus and zoom mechanisms, silent focusing and optical stabilisation.

Alternatives include Panasonic's 45-200mm f/4-5.6 Lumix G Vario lens which costs around £280 and apart from having 50mm extra reach at the telephoto end also sports optical stabilisation, internal focusing but not internal zooming.

Those looking to cover this range on a tighter budget may look towards the Olympus 40-150mm f/4-5.6 M.Zuiko lens. This lens includes neither optical stabilisation or internal zooming, but does focus internally.

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