Panasonic Lumix G Vario 35-100mm f/4.0-5.6 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S

A little extra reach can make a big difference, especially when you don't want to carry a big camera bag.

The Panasonic Lumix G Vario 35-100mm f/4.0-5.6 is a compact telephoto zoom lens that gives you a useful range for photographing people, places and the smaller details happening further away.

With a focal length equivalent to 70-200mm on a full-frame camera, it's particularly handy for portraits, travel photography and everyday moments when you want to get closer without stepping into the scene.

One of the nicest things about this lens is just how small it is.

Weighing approximately 135g, it has a retractable design that keeps it compact when you're not shooting. It's an easy addition to a travel bag and a practical companion to a standard everyday zoom.

There's also Panasonic's MEGA O.I.S. optical image stabilisation, which helps reduce the effects of camera shake when shooting handheld.

That can be especially useful at longer focal lengths, where even small movements become more noticeable.

The 35-100mm zoom range gives you flexibility to move between tighter portraits and more distant subjects without changing lenses.

And because it's designed for the Micro Four Thirds system, it pairs naturally with compatible Panasonic Lumix, Olympus and OM System cameras.

A straightforward, lightweight telephoto lens for anyone who wants a little more reach without carrying unnecessary weight.

Best for

• Travel photography

• Portrait photography

• Everyday photography

• Street details and distant subjects

• Outdoor events

• Family photography

• Nature photography

• Lightweight camera setups

• Handheld telephoto photography

• Micro Four Thirds camera users

What to expect

The Panasonic 35-100mm offers a practical telephoto range for everyday photography.

At 35mm, it's useful for portraits, details and subjects at a moderate distance.

Zoom towards 100mm and you can frame more distant subjects more tightly, making it handy for travel, outdoor events and nature photography.

Its 70-200mm full-frame equivalent range provides a useful amount of reach in a particularly compact package.

The retractable design helps keep the lens small when stored. You'll need to extend it into its shooting position before taking photographs.

MEGA O.I.S. optical stabilisation helps compensate for camera shake when shooting handheld, although moving subjects may still require faster shutter speeds.

The variable f/4.0-5.6 maximum aperture means this lens is best suited to daylight and reasonably well-lit conditions.

For low-light events or stronger background separation, a faster telephoto lens may be more suitable.

This lens uses the Micro Four Thirds mount and is designed for compatible digital cameras. It is not directly compatible with full-frame Nikon, Canon, Sony or Leica camera systems.