OM System M.Zuiko 12-100mm f/4 PRO vs Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount zooms for travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | OM System M.Zuiko 12-100mm f/4 PRO | Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 12-100mm | 100-300mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/4-5.6 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Which should you buy?
- the OM System M.Zuiko 12-100mm f/4 PRO covers 12-100mm and the Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II covers 100-300mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Check the OM System M.Zuiko 12-100mm f/4 PRO price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the OM System M.Zuiko 12-100mm f/4 PRO and the Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II?
The OM System M.Zuiko 12-100mm f/4 PRO is 12-100mm f/4 zoom, Micro Four Thirds; the Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II is 100-300mm f/4-5.6 zoom, Micro Four Thirds. Both fit the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Do the OM System M.Zuiko 12-100mm f/4 PRO and Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Micro Four Thirds mount lenses, so they fit OM System (Olympus) and Panasonic Lumix G Micro Four Thirds bodies.
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