Panasonic 8-18mm f/2.8-4.0 DG ASPH Vario-Elmarit (H-E08018E)

Wide-angle optics are in demand in the rhythm of life in a metropolis, in the genres of interior and landscape photography. The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 ASPH zoom lens is rightfully considered the perfect ultra-wide for Micro 4/3 cameras.

wide view

In terms of full frame equivalent, the model shoots in a range of focal lengths of 16-36mm, offering a viewing angle of 107-62°. In the wide-angle zoom position, it is well given panoramic shooting, at the maximum approximation — photographing everyday scenes with the angle of view familiar to the human eye. The maximum aperture of the lens "floats" from f / 2.8 at the short end to f / 4 at the telephoto zoom position.

Complex optical design

In order to ensure high optical quality, the lens is crammed with many special elements: its design includes 1 aspherical lens with extra low dispersion, 3 lenses with ultra-low dispersion, 2 lenses with extra low dispersion, 1 lens with ultra-high resolution. In total, 15 elements were collected under the wing of 10 groups. Their movement during zooming and focus is carried out inside the dust and moisture-proof body of the lens, due to which it does not change in size.

Razor sharpness

A strong ace up the sleeve of the Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 ASPH is the highest sharpness from an open aperture in the wide-angle position. Moreover, the lens is not affected by chromatic aberrations and only occasionally catches the sun's "bunnies". Geometric distortion of the picture at a wide shooting angle is effectively corrected by a corrective profile. In the bottom line, the model is a practical tool for interior and urban landscape shooting, whether photo or video.