Panasonic added a new lens to their LUMIX full-frame line-up: the LUMIX S 18-40mm F4.5-6.3 lens. According to the company, this lens is currently the world’s smallest and lightest zoom lens among AF-compatible interchangeable zoom lenses for full-frame mirrorless systems, weighing just 155g/0.34 lbs and measuring only 40.9mm/1.6 in length when retracted. Let’s have a closer look! In June, Panasonic introduced the LUMIX GH7 camera featuring a new 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds sensor. Now we have an ultra-compact lens – the LUMIX S 18-40mm F4.5-6.3 based on the L-mount standard. As of this date, this lens is the smallest and lightest zoom lens on the market among AF-compatible zoom lenses in its category; plus, it can cover ultra-wide to semi-standard focal lengths, offering quite a bit of flexibility. LUMIX S9 with the 18-40mm F4.5-63 lens. Source: Panasonic Features What stands out with this lens is its size and weight. The exceptionally light build means it’s very portable for a full-frame system. The lens only weighs 155g/0.34 lbs, and when retracted, it’s only 40.9mm/1.6in, yet it offers nice flexibility in focal lengths, covering everything from landscapes to portraits. The lens is also capable of 18-120mm with the Hybrid Zoom function on the LUMIX S9. The dimensions of the LUMIX S9 camera with the lens are 126 x 73.9 x 87.6mm (4.96 x 2.9 x 3.4 in), and the weight is just 641g/1.4 lbs. In addition, the closest focusing distance at 15cm/5.9 in gives us some flexibility for close-up shots (6cm/2.36 in...
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