Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II vs Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount zooms for telephoto and wildlife — 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 | Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 100-400mm | 50-200mm |
| Max aperture | f/4-6.3 | f/2.8-4 |
| 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 50-200mm f/2.8-4 opens wider (f/2.8-4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II covers 100-400mm and the Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4 covers 50-200mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II and the Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4?
The Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II is 100-400mm f/4-6.3 zoom, Micro Four Thirds; the Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4 is 50-200mm f/2.8-4 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 Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4?
The Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4 — its f/2.8-4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4-6.3 of the other.
Do the Panasonic Leica DG 100-400mm II and Panasonic Leica DG 50-200mm f/2.8-4 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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