Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II vs OM System M.Zuiko 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount zooms for telephoto — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II | OM System M.Zuiko 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 100-400mm | 100-400mm |
| Max aperture | f/4-6.3 | f/5-6.3 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Which should you buy?
- the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II opens wider (f/4-6.3) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the OM System M.Zuiko 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS covers Micro Four Thirds (also works on APS-C bodies); the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II is Micro Four Thirds-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Check the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II and the OM System M.Zuiko 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS?
The Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II is 100-400mm f/4-6.3 zoom, Micro Four Thirds; the OM System M.Zuiko 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS is 100-400mm f/5-6.3 zoom, Micro Four Thirds. Both fit the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Which is better in low light, the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II or the OM System M.Zuiko 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS?
The Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II — its f/4-6.3 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/5-6.3 of the other.
Do the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II and OM System M.Zuiko 100-400mm f/5-6.3 IS 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. Note the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II is Micro Four Thirds-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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