Panasonic has released details of the new Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 MACRO (S-E100) L-Mount lens, which available in Australia in early February 2024 for an RRP of AU$1999.
Angled view of the new Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 MACRO (S-E100) lens for Panasonic’s L-Mount full frame cameras. (Source: Panasonic.)
The new lens weighs only 298 grams and, at just 82mm in length, it is around half the weight and two-thirds the size of many similar macro lenses. The 100mm focal length makes this lens equally usable for portrait photography, where its wide maximum aperture provides impressive depth of field control plus attractive bokeh. A newly developed Dual Phase Linear Motor drives focusing adjustments silently through a Double Focus System that helps to keep the optical design compact. Focus breathing is suppressed, making it ideal for capturing video. It also offers micro-step aperture control for smooth exposure changes, as well as the ability to choose between linear or nonlinear focus ring settings.
This diagram shows the positions of the weather-resistant seals in the lens construction. (Source: Panasonic.)
The new lens is sealed to provide weather resistance, enabling it to be used outdoors. Enhancements in focus ring detection and control enable more precise focusing for macro photography and fast tracking of moving subjects. The new lens and the S Series Prime 18/24/35/50/85mm lenses feature a common positioning of controls and a similar size and centre of gravity, making it easy to switch between them.
The lens will be available in Australia in early February 2024 from leading photographic specialists. Click here or call 132 600 for more information.
