LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6

Panasonic has just introduced a new interchangeable standard zoom lens: the LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6. It’s the newest addition to the LUMIX S-series.

The LUMIX S 20-60mm is based on the L-mount and is designed for professionals in the field. Panasonic says the lens “pursues uncompromising photographic expression with its high-quality camera and lenses.” The lens itself seems to be both a compact and lightweight standard zoom lens. Its focal length range offers some flexibility for its uses. It can cover ultra-wide shots with its 20 mm focal length and cover standard shots for landscapes with its 60 mm focal length.

Overview

  • Weight: 12.3 oz / 350g
  • Ultra-wide 20mm to standard 60mm focal length
  • Wide viewing angle
  • 5.9 inches / 0.15m (maximum magnification 0.43x)
  • LUMIX S 20-60mm features lens mechanism that suppresses focus breathing
  • Rugged dust/splash-resistant design (can withstand 14°F / -10°C conditions)
  • Filter diameter is 67 mm, with a 9-blade circular aperture diaphragm
LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 chart

Inside, the lens is built with 11 elements in nine groups. It uses two aspherical lenses and three extra-low Dispersion lenses to suppress both axial chromatic aberration and chromatic aberration of magnification. Astigmatism is also corrected due to the aspherical lenses. Additionally, the LUMIX S 20-60mm features an Ultra-High Refractive Index lens to achieve uniform image quality from the center of the image while also downsizing the lens unit.

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Design

In terms of weight, the lens weighs approximately 12.3 oz / 350g. Also, the lens made with a rugged dust/splash-resistant design that can withstand conditions at 14°F / -10°C.

Pricing and availability

The LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 will be out at the end of July in L-mount for $599.

Image courtesy: Panasonic