Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm F5-7.1 O.I.S. Review

September 24, 2025 | Mark Goldstein | Rating star Rating star Rating star Rating star Half rating star

Specifications

Lens Construction19 elements in 12 groups (2 UED lenses, 2 ED lenses, 2 UHR lenses)
MountL-Mount
Optical Image Stabilizer Yes
Focal Lengthf=100-500mm
Aperture Type11 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm
Maximum ApertureF5 (Wide) - F7.1 (Tele)
Minimum ApertureF29 (Wide) - F40 (Tele)
Closest Focusing Distance0.80m/2.62ft (Wide) / 1.50m/4.92ft (Tele)
Maximum Magnification 0.16x (Wide) / 0.36x (Tele)
Diagonal Angle of View24°(Wide) - 5.0°(Tele)
Dust and Splash ResistantYes*
Recommended Operating Temperature-10℃ to 40℃  (14℉ to 104℉)
Filter Sizeφ82mm
Max. Diameterφ92.0mm / 3.62inch (excluding external tripod mount)
Overall LengthApprox. 196.1mm / 7.72inch  (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount)
WeightApprox. 1,285g / 2.83lb (excluding lens cap, lens rear cap, lens hood and external tripod mount)
Standard AccessoriesLens front cap, Lens rear cap, Lens hood, External tripod mount
 *Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this lens is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.
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