Best sports & action lenses for the Panasonic Lumix S1R II
6 sports & action lenses that fit the Panasonic Lumix S1R II (L-Mount) — fast telephoto reach with quick autofocus. Sorted brightest-aperture first; every spec from the manufacturer's catalog.
Start with the Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 OIS. At f/2.8 it is the brightest of the 6 sports & action L-Mount lenses that fit the Panasonic Lumix S1R II — the full comparison is below.
Check the Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 OIS price on Amazon →
| Focal | Lens | Buy | Max aperture | Weight | Filter | Type | Coverage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70-200mm | Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 OIS | Check price → | f/2.8 | 1570 g | 82mm | zoom | Full-frame | TelephotoSports & actionPortraitWedding & event |
| 70-200mm |  Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports | Check price → | f/2.8 | 1345 g | 77mm | zoom | Full-frame | TelephotoSports & actionPortrait |
| 70-200mm |  Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/4 OIS | Check price → | f/4 | 985 g | — | zoom | Full-frame | TelephotoSports & actionPortraitTravel |
| 70-300mm |  Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro OIS | Check price → | f/4.5-5.6 | 790 g | 77mm | zoom | Full-frame | TelephotoSports & actionTravel |
| 100-400mm | Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS | Check price → | f/5-6.3 | 1135 g | 67mm | zoom | Full-frame | Sports & actionTelephotoTravel |
| 150-600mm |  Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports | Check price → | f/5-6.3 | 2100 g | 95mm | zoom | Full-frame | Sports & actionTelephoto |
One limit of this table: it lists only L-Mount lenses that mount natively on the Panasonic Lumix S1R II — lenses fitted through an adapter are not included here. See which mounts adapt to which.
Weight & weather sealing on the Panasonic Lumix S1R II
On long approaches the decision is often made by weight, not aperture. Published weights for 6 of the 6 lenses above:
| Lens | Weight | Weather sealing |
|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro OIS | 790g | Weather-sealed (dust- and splash-resistant, rated to -10 °C (Panasonic)) |
| Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/4 OIS | 985g | Weather-sealed |
| Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS | 1135g | Mount gasket only |
| Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports | 1345g | Weather-sealed |
| Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 OIS | 1570g | Weather-sealed |
| Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports | 2100g | Weather-sealed |
Packing light? The lightest here is the Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro OIS at 790g. The lightest weather-sealed option is the Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro OIS at 790g — the same lens.
Complete the kit for the Panasonic Lumix S1R II
- The Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 OIS takes 82mm front filters. One 82mm set (polariser, ND) also fits every other 82mm lens you add later — see which ones. 82mm filters on Amazon →
- Batteries, cards, a strap and a bag are specific to the Panasonic Lumix S1R II rather than to the lens. Panasonic Lumix S1R II accessories on Amazon →
FAQ
What is the best sports & action lens for the Panasonic Lumix S1R II?
Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 OIS (70-200mm f/2.8) is the standout sports & action option that fits the Panasonic Lumix S1R II. 6 sports & action L-Mount lenses fit in total — compare them below.
Do these sports & action lenses fit the Panasonic Lumix S1R II?
Yes — every lens here is a L-Mount lens, so it fits the Panasonic Lumix S1R II and covers its full-frame sensor.
What is the lightest sports & action lens for the Panasonic Lumix S1R II?
The Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro OIS at 790g (manufacturer-published weight). The lightest weather-sealed option is the Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Macro OIS at 790g — the same lens. Weights for 6 of the 6 lenses on this page are in the weight table above.
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