The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60mm F2.8-F4 can be used for a number of situations, from impressive landscapes to portraits, but can also be used to create an unfocussed effect. The lens has a large aperture and the Power O.I.S (Optical Image Stabilizer) effectively compensates blur, making recording a breeze, even in low-light conditions. The lens can be used with the Dual I.S (Image Stabilizer), 5-axis I.S.2 and 5-axis Dual I.S system, when mounted to a Lumix mirrorless camera.
The new lens is a good fit for video, with a quiet inner focus drive system and a micro-step drive system for smooth aperture adjustments to compensate for changes in brightness. The optical design provides exceptional stability, preventing movement of image while zooming as much as possible. Additionally, the lens is dust and water resistant and can withstand freezing temperatures as low as -10?.