Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens

Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. Lens (Micro Four Thirds, Black)
Ultracompact Telephoto Zoom Lens – Classic 70-200mm Full-Frame 35mm Equivalent Focal Range, MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer (MEGA O.I.S.) System, Smooth & Quiet Stepping AF Motor with Internal Focusing, Advanced Optical Architecture (One Aspherical Element, Two Extra-Low Dispersion [ED] Elements), Retractable Travel Design Weighing Only 4.76 oz, Rounded 7-Blade Circular Diaphragm for Smooth Defocus, Precision All-Metal Bayonet Mount, Multi-Coated Optical Glass Elements, Native Micro Four Thirds System (Excellent Condition)

The Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. is an ultracompact, retractable telephoto zoom lens engineered specifically for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera systems (providing an essential 70-200mm full-frame 35mm equivalent focal range). Built to deliver genuine telephoto reach in an exceptionally small form factor, this optic measures just two inches long when retracted and weighs a mere 4.76 ounces. Designed as an ideal telephoto companion for Panasonic LUMIX G and Olympus/OM System cameras, it offers an unobtrusive solution for travel documentation, outdoor portraits, street photography, candid event coverage, and distant sports or nature details without burdening your everyday kit.

Optical stability is anchored by Panasonic’s MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer (MEGA O.I.S.) technology, which actively compensates for handheld camera shake to yield crisp stills at slower shutter speeds and smooth handheld video capture. The sophisticated optical configuration contains 12 elements arranged in 9 groups, integrating one aspherical element to eliminate spherical aberrations and distortion alongside two Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) elements that effectively suppress chromatic aberrations and color fringing throughout the entire zoom range. Autofocus is powered by a high-speed stepping motor (STM) paired with an internal focusing (IF) drive, delivering rapid, smooth, and whisper-quiet tracking suitable for both high-frame-rate stills and video capture. Finished with multi-coated elements and a rounded 7-blade diaphragm that renders soft, natural background bokeh, this compact telephoto zoom provides reliable telephoto performance in top-tier shape.

CONDITION DIAGNOSTICS & PHYSICAL NOTES

Included Components: COMPLETE COMPACT TELEPHOTO ZOOM OUTFIT. Supplied with the Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. lens, genuine Panasonic 46mm front snap-on lens cap, rear Micro Four Thirds lens cap, and dedicated Panasonic lens hood. (Camera bodies, 46mm screw-in filters, and storage pouches sold separately unless pictured).

Exterior & Barrel Status: EXCELLENT CONDITION. The sleek matte black composite barrel, finely knurled metal zoom ring, smooth manual focus ring, retractable locking mechanism, and metal bayonet mount show minimal to no signs of previous handling, with no deep scratches, dings, scuffs, or edge finish wear. All printed focal length numbers, Panasonic badging, and MEGA O.I.S. markings remain clean, crisp, and fully legible.

Optical Status: EXCELLENT CONDITION. Both front and rear external optical glass surfaces are pristine and completely free of scratches, scuffs, cleaning marks, haze, fungus, or element separation. The internal optical assembly is clean and clear with only trace, negligible dust specks typical of standard handling; bench testing confirms these specks do not impact resolving power, edge contrast, or color fidelity across the entire zoom range. Anti-reflective multi-coatings remain completely intact.

Mechanical & Electronic Status: FULLY FUNCTIONAL. The internal stepping autofocus motor acquires focus swiftly, accurately, and silently; the lens barrel extends smoothly from its retracted transport position into shooting configuration with uniform, factory-correct resistance; the MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer engages cleanly and steadies the composition in both photo and video modes; the 7-blade rounded diaphragm stops down cleanly without sticking or oil residue; gold-plated Micro Four Thirds electronic contacts communicate Exif metadata and in-body corrections reliably with zero camera error codes.

KEY FEATURES & PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

Essential 70-200mm Equivalent Reach: Covers classic portrait-length to medium-telephoto perspectives (35-100mm MFT / 70-200mm 35mm equivalent) for flattering subject compression and distant detail isolation.

Ultracompact Retractable Form Factor: Features a collapsible mechanical design that retracts down to just 1.97 inches (50 mm) in length, ensuring effortless pocketable transport.

MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer (MEGA O.I.S.): Compensates for camera shake during handheld shooting to ensure sharp captures in low-light and at full telephoto extension.

Advanced Aspherical & ED Optics: Integrates 1 aspherical element and 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) elements to correct chromatic fringing, spherical distortion, and color artifacts.

High-Speed Stepping AF Motor: Employs an internal stepping drive that operates silently and swiftly, making it ideal for discrete street capture and continuous video tracking.

Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm: Engineered with 7 curved aperture blades to produce natural, smooth out-of-focus background highlights and circular bokeh transitions.

Multi-Coated Optical Glass: Multi-layer coatings suppress surface reflections, ghosting, and flare to preserve rich image contrast and color fidelity in direct sunlight.

Robust Metal Bayonet Mount: Built with an all-metal bayonet interface for long-term mounting durability and secure alignment across Micro Four Thirds bodies.

Complete Cap & Hood Bundle: Supplied with front snap-on cap, rear dust cap, and dedicated reversible bayonet hood to block stray off-axis light.