In addition to the launch of the LUMIX S1H – you can read our full article here – Panasonic unveiled a new L-mount zoom lens: the LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F/2.8 (codename S-E2470). Also, they continued to invest in the Micro Four Thirds ecosystem and released a new version of a high-quality prime lens, the LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm F/1.4 II ASPH (codename H-XA025). Let’s take a closer look at these new lenses! The Panasonic L-mount LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F/2.8. Panasonic LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F/2.8 The Panasonic LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F/2.8 (codename S-E2470) is a new zoom lens that expands the L-mount line of lenses. Indeed, it is compatible with the LUMIX S1/S1R/S1H and covers full-frame sensors. A 24-70mm zoom lens is one of the most versatile lenses for L-Mount that’s available. With its constant F/2.8 aperture, it is perfect for run-n-gun shooting, landscapes, portraits, and nearly everything you can throw at it. The lens design consists of 18 lenses in 16 groups, with three aspherical lenses and four ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lenses that should help reduce/suppress chromatic aberrations. Furthermore, a UHR (Ultra-High Refractive Index) lens achieves uniform image quality from the center to edges of the image. The aperture diaphragm consists of 11 circular blades. There is a double-focusing internal system that combines a linear motor and a stepping motor to optimize the focusing speed and accuracy. If you want to switch to manual focus, there is a focus clutch mechanism. I like this type of...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 28 August, 2019