Panasonic 12-35mm F/2.8 X Power OIS II

The Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 X Power OIS II is a fast-aperture standard zoom designed for the Micro 4/3 system, and the predecessor to the Panasonic Leica 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH Vario-Elmarit Power IOS. Key features include:

• High-quality optics for sharp, clear images

• 24-70mm focal length (35mm equivalent)

• Fast, accurate, and nearly silent autofocus system

• POWER Optical Image Stabilization system

Fast-Aperture Standard Zoom. With a focal length equivalent to 24-70mm after crop factor, the Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 X Power OIS II is great for reportage and everyday photography.

High-Quality Optics. The Leica influence shows in this lens’s optics. The 12-35 features four aspherical elements and one extra-low dispersion element to drastically reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range while keeping your images clear and sharp. A Nano Surface Coating reduces ghosting and flare.

Linear Autofocus Motor. This lens’s linear motor provides fast, accurate, and nearly silent autofocus performance for still images and videos alike.

POWER Optical Image Stabilization. The in-lens stabilizer helps to minimize camera shake. Dual-IS compatibility with supported Panasonic cameras works in tandem with sensor stabilization to further eliminate camera shake.

High-Quality Build. The 12-35mm’s high-quality splash-, dust-, and freezeproof metal build gives you peace of mind when shooting in adverse conditions.

Experience: Casual rental.

Take: Panasonic’s offering for a 24-70mm f/2.8 equivalent is a go-to for me when I need to shoot on this system, especially for video. The autofocus is lightning fast an…

Experience: Casual rental.

Take: Panasonic’s offering for a 24-70mm f/2.8 equivalent is a go-to for me when I need to shoot on this system, especially for video. The autofocus is lightning fast and accurate, and the stabilization is almost gimbal-like when paired with a body with internal stabilization as well. This should be an obvious choice for anyone looking to rent a Micro Four-Thirds system for any reason.