Panasonic G9 II + 50-200mm f2.8-4

Panasonic G9 II + 50-200mm

Features of the G9 II PANASONIC

Lumix G9II, the new flagship model for photography of the Micro Four Thirds range of the company. Equipped with Phase Detection Focusing (PDAF) technology and designed to capture images with incredible speed and improved ergonomics, the new Lumix G9II responds to the needs of the most demanding photographers with world-class results without sacrificing video capabilities.

This new model satisfies the growing need to produce highly creative artistic and photographic works and is capable of generating high resolution and quality images with vivid and intense colors. In addition, a new focusing technology that unites PANASONIC 's expertise in recognition technology and PDAF focusing – a high-speed burst shooting mode that ensures decisive moments are always captured – makes this new model increase its power and performance for high-speed scenes.

The new camera offers great possibilities in various fields of photography, as the system can be combined with the compact and lightweight LUMIX G Micro Four Thirds lenses for maximum flexibility, with a small and very light size, which enhance the user experience. On the other hand, the new 25.2 megapixel Live MOS sensor and its renewed processor produce high-resolution images with exceptional quality and intense color tones, while hybrid PDAF technology allows fast and accurate autofocus, as well as high-speed tracking of the fastest objects.

Also, Lumix's latest release features the ability to run burst shots up to 60fps in AFC mode. In turn, thanks to the improved internal memory of the camera, the Pre-Burst mode has been optimized, allowing you to capture images up to 1.5 s before pressing the shutter release. This function ensures the capture of decisive moments and the realization of up to 133 consecutive images.

LUMIX's popular image stabilization system has been further enhanced, combining B.I.S.'s 8-stop in-body image stabilizer*2 (Body Image Stabilizer), ideal for working with wide-angle lenses, and the 7.5-stop Dual I.S.2 stabilizer*3, the best choice for working with telephoto lenses. In addition, the LUMIX G9II stabilizes 5-axis with advanced Active I.S. for outstanding video image stabilization. Together, these features provide greater versatility for freehand shooting dynamic scenes that previously would have been difficult to capture.

In addition, photographers can enjoy improved monochrome photo styles thanks to the new profile LEICA Monochrome for incredible black and white images and the ability to preview real-time LUTs, which offers a personalized color expression through the use of LUT files with which the user can see the final color result directly on camera.

At the same time, it also incorporates the High Resolution mode of 100 megapixels, selectable directly on the superior camera dial and with freehand work capability, without the need for a tripod. For its part, the Live View Composite mode so demanded by photographers is also incorporated in the LUMIX G9II.

New sensor and revamped processor with built-in PDAF technology

The new Lumix G9II incorporates, as main novelties, a new Live MOS sensor of 25.2 megapixels of high resolution and high-speed response (13+ steps *4 V-Log/V-Gamut, Dynamic Range Boost*5), an optimized processor capable of achieving images with natural and three-dimensional textures to ensure high-speed processing of video with high bit rate and the first implementation in the LUMIX G series of a new technology, powered by AI, for real-time recognition and autofocus that detects cars, motorcycles and animal eyes to improve accuracy in subject recognition.

An ideal camera for those who want to start in the video

Incorporating the most advanced PANASONIC technology, the Lumix G9II offers the ability to record in 4:2:0 10-bit 5.8K (4:3) with full sensor recording and 5.7K (17:9) that allows flexible framing options for various social media formats, as well as 4:2:0 10-bit C4K/4K 120p/100p to generate slow-motion videos.

Apple ProRes*6 video integration delivers high image quality with low compression and optimizes post-production on the computer, while enabling non-linear editing without transcoding, streamlining the workflow of professionals. In addition, it supports recording and playback using an external SSD via USB and incorporates an active I.S. technology that corrects the vibrations generated when recording on the move.

Panasonic redesigns H-ES35100 and H-RSA100400 interchangeable lenses for LUMIX G series

Panasonic introduces a redesign of the H-ES35100 high-brightness lenses with exceptional photographic performance and the LEICA DG Series H-RSA100400 extreme telephoto lens, which are incorporated into the extensive range of LUMIX G series lenses that meet the Micro Four Thirds system standard.

These telephoto zoom lenses are designed according to LEICA 's strict optical standards and achieve exceptional photographic performance. Currently, PANASONIC has a range of 32 interchangeable Micro Four Thirds lenses, of which 15 are LEICA DG lenses. Designed for a wide range of users, from professionals and amateur photographers to beginners in mirrorless digital cameras, PANASONIC continues to provide different ways to enjoy creative photography and videography through its varied range of interchangeable lenses.

Features of the PANASONIC 50-200mm f2.8-4 lens

Panasonic has presented its telephoto lens (H-ES50200) for its range of LUMIX cameras (Micro Four Thirds): the LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 50-200 mm (100-400 mm: equivalent in a 35 mm camera), F2.8-4.0 ASPH, the third to be launched within the range LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT F2.8-4.0.

The focal length covered by this telephoto lens ranges from an F2.8 (wide) to an F4.0 (telephoto). Compact in design, the latest addition to PANASONIC 's range of interchangeable lenses offers flexible framing to capture reality in detail, both in photography and for movie shooting.

Thanks to the nanocoating of the lens surface used by PANASONIC, these telephoto lenses manage to reduce phantom flares. In addition, they have a robust design that is dustproof, water splash proof and even resistant to extreme temperatures down to -10°C for professional use in harsh conditions. In addition, one of the advantages of this series of lenses is also its high performance for video recording.

With its elegant design, the new 50-200mm DG VARIO-ELMARIT LEICA lens delivers perfect images throughout; from a 100mm wide-angle zoom to a 400mm ultra-telephoto lens (equivalent to a 35mm camera). Taking advantage of its high-speed performance of F2.8-4.0, the new telephoto lens covers all kinds of shooting situations: wildlife, sports, portraits, etc.

In addition, for quality close-ups, this lens is compatible with the 1.4x duplicator (DMW-TC14*3) to increase the focal length to 560mm (35mm equivalent) and the 2.0x duplicator (DMW-TC20*³) to increase the focal length up to 800mm (35mm equivalent).

In order to capture a stable image without any kind of vibration throughout the zoom range, the telephoto lens incorporates an enhanced optical image stabilization system, the Power O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), which exerts perfect control over any movement of the image and ensures that photographs of unparalleled sharpness and precision are obtained even without a tripod. The lens works with Dual I.S.*¹ (Image Stabilizer) and Dual.I.S.2*² when used in a mirrorless LUMIX DSLM camera.

The objective, consisting of 21 lens elements in 15 groups, two UED (Ultra Extra-Low Dispersion), two ED (ultra-reduced dispersion) and two spherical lenses. This lens system avoids chromatic distortions, eliminates virtually all spherical diffraction and guarantees the best photographic quality, achieving high resolution and contrast from the center to the corners.

The sensor unit at max. 240 fps allows you to take full advantage of cameras with high-speed, high-precision contrast AF. It also helps reduce wobbling and also excels in video recording performance. In addition to the quiet operation achieved by the internal focus drive system, the micro-pass system in the aperture control section helps the camera seamlessly achieve brightness changes when zooming or panning. The optical design achieves exceptional barycentric stability to minimize image changes during zooming. Zoom AF Tracking performance is also improved by high-frame rate analysis of focus control.

In order to capture a stable image without any kind of vibration throughout the zoom range, the lens incorporates an optical image stabilization system that guarantees that you obtain photographs of unparalleled sharpness and precision.

Allowing you to add a neutral density filter or polarizing filter (67 mm), this lens provides great expressiveness in both still and video photos.