As you suggested a 100300mm f4 sounds nice, tough i wouldnt mind if it was a 100200 f4 in order to same reduce weight. Panasonic 100400mm vs 100300mm two super zooms for. Caution this firmware update tool supports firmware version 2. We go handson with the new panasonic lumix 45200mm mark ii, and 100 300mm ii lenses, both updated with with weathersealing dust and splashproof and new designs matt and noble black. Cox recently published a simple comparison between the latest telephoto zoom lenses from three of the four main mirrorless manufacturers, panasonic, olympus and. The autofocus system on the lumix g9 is pretty sophisticatedflexible especially with the new v2 firmware and its operation is well described in. Better focus with lumix g 100300mm mk ii micro 43rds. Offering an effective focal range of 200600mm in 35mm terms, the panasonic 100 300mm lens is a perfect fit for wildlife and sports photographers, yet its small enough to fit in your hand and only weighs 500g. Updated panasonic lumix 100300mm zoom lens replaces hfs100300. Download digital camera digital av support panasonic global. Panasonic offers firmware update program for dcgh5 to enhance the performance and usability. Firmware update fixes compatibility issue between the panasonic 100400mm and the olympus omd em1 ii february 8, 2017 by admin the panasonic leica 100400mm f46.
Olympus 300mm may 11, 2016 by admin lumix luminary daniel j. I followed the instructions, download and install into my pc, but when i clicked onto the file. Panasonic lumix lenses for cameras hfs100300 panasonic us. Jan 18, 2012 panasonic has announced an update for its gx1 advanced compact system camera which improves a number of functions a firmware upgrade for the lumix g vario 100 300mm f4. A longreaching telephoto zoom for micro four thirds cameras, the lumix g vario 100 300mm f45. To delete highlight, click the text box to make it blank. Joint update service for olympus esystem olympus digital. Dan shooting the lumix g85 with the leica 100 400mm as well as having the new olympus omd em1 with 300mm f4 hanging off his shoulder. Lens from panasonic offers a truly expansive 200800mm equivalent focal length range, yet retains a relatively compact stature to suit the micro four thirds system. As a video user of the current 100300mm mega ois lens, ive been interested in this lens. The firmware in this page can only be downloaded using the panasonic camera body. Compatible lenses for firmware updates to support inbody stabilization on lumix camerase. Research tells me this is a common problem with the 100300mm lens, including version 1 which means panasonic has had a long time to improve quality, but hasnt done so.
Drawing subjects in from a distance, this 300mm 35mm camera equivalent. A select group of panasonic lumix lenses is now eligible for immediate updates. Panasonic 100400mm vs 100300mm two super zooms for micro. Firmware update cannot be performed using the mac update tool for firmware version 1. Panasonic hfsa100300e hfsa100300e lumix g vario 100300mm f4. This supertelephoto zoom from panasonic covers a range equivalent to a 200. The latest versions of the software applications are available for download from this web site. However, when compared to other mft lenses, it really is on the large size. When updating the firmware for the lens accessories e. Mounted on an olympus or panasonic lumix, it delivers an equivalent range of 200800mm, giving the leica dg varioelmar 100400mm f46. The zoom ring, which is the natural handhold for this lens, is located a little too far back to allow a balanced grip. Panasonic updates firmware for gx1 and 100300mm f4. The camera body both dmcl1 and l10 must have firmware version 2.
Olympus lenses firm update for panasonic camera body. This firmware update improved the performance of o. How to upgrade panasonic lumix and leica lens firmware on your. Panasonic 100400mm vs 100300mm two super zooms for micro four thirds compared 10032016 by mathieu 17 comments as a follow up to our panasonicleica 100400mm f46. The current panasonic 100300mm disappoints many people. If the vfr mode is turned on then the af100 does not record audio. It was generally considered a good value lens, albeit not optimally sharp in the long end, and with newer cameras, the continuous drive mode became slower in afc, due to a. Firmware update for panasonic lenses micro four thirds firmware update for. Offering an effective focal range of 200600mm in 35mm terms, the panasonic 100300mm lens is a perfect fit for wildlife and sports photographers, yet its small enough to fit in your hand and only weighs 500g. Firmware update fixes compatibility issue between the panasonic 100 400mm and the olympus omd em1 ii february 8, 2017 by admin the panasonic leica 100 400mm f46. Meanwhile the 100 300mm lens image stabilization is improved.
Today you have to chose between the olympus 75300mm and the panasonic 100300mm lenses. Olympus and panasonic are not only partners inside the micro four thirds world but also very strong competitors. Sep 20, 2012 the current crop of m43 lenses stops at 300mm. Because zoomed in toward 300mm, the optics are slightly decentered, which usually introduces softness at the right edge of the frame. As you can see from this image, its normally the camera which supports the lens and bears all the weight. Explore this photo album by astrotripper2000 on flickr. A longreaching telephoto zoom for micro four thirds cameras, the lumix g vario 100300mm f45. Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world.
Software download professional displays panasonic global. This panasonic 100 300 mm has a 35mmequivalent focal length of 200 600 mm. Profoto wireless transmitters air remote ttlop and profoto connectop can be used. Jan 18, 2012 panasonic is offering updated firmware for its dmcgx1 enthusiast micro four thirds model, and its 100 300mm telephoto lens. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. Cox recently published a simple comparison between the latest telephoto zoom lenses from three of the four main mirrorless manufacturers, panasonic, olympus and fujifilm. Lumix g vario lens, 100300mm hfsa100300 panasonic us. When you click below click to the download page then a popup.
The zoom ring, which is the natural handhold for this lens, is located a little too far back to allow a. Research tells me this is a common problem with the 100 300mm lens, including version 1 which means panasonic has had a long time to improve quality, but hasnt done so. Jan 10, 2020 the latest versions of the software applications are available for download from this web site. Better focus with lumix g 100 300mm mk ii the original lumix g 100 300mm f45. Firmware update fixes compatibility issue between the. Mar 09, 2017 lumix g leica dg varioelmar 100400mm f4. Abel cine tech panasonic released a firmware update for the af 100 that address a major problem with the camera. The gx1 update adds a series of interface and function improvements, including enhanced auto white balance and continuous autofocus. Turning to autofocus, it may be useful to download and read the g9 autofocus guidebook from the panasonic site as this has useful information on the best autofocus settings for given circumstances. Panasonic lumix mirror less micro four thirds lenses deliver a nocompromise approach to optical performance for modern interchangeable camera enthusiasts. Explore the panasonic dmcgx85 lumix g mirrorless digital cameras dslm leadingedge technology, starting with 4k and the 5axis dual i. Panasonic is offering updated firmware for its dmcgx1 enthusiast micro four thirds model, and its 100 300mm telephoto lens.
The optical design incorporates one extralow dispersion element to reduce color fringing throughout the zoom. For instructions on how to install and use the software after downloading, refer to the users manual that came with the display. We go handson with the new panasonic lumix 45200mm mark ii, and 100300mm ii lenses, both updated with with weathersealing dust and splashproof and new designs matt and noble black. Nov 22, 2010 flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Mounted on an olympus or panasonic lumix, it delivers an equivalent range of 200800mm, giving the leica dg varioelmar 100 400mm f46. Meanwhile the 100300mm lens image stabilization is improved.
Intense action drawing subjects in from a distance, this 300mm 35mm camera equivalent. Also make a very nice 200400 equivalent as offered by nikon and canon. In such cases, use the firmware update tool for windows. A major fault of both the panasonic 100300 and the olympus 75300 is the lack of a lens collar and tripod shoe. Lens from panasonic spans an equivalent 200600mm range, making it wellsuited to wildlife, nature, and sports shooting. Helping to retain panasonics reputation as a key player in the photographic industry, is their ability to continue to improve on their existing products, even when the previous model is very successful and not obviously in need of improvement. The firmware will be available at the end of january. Indepth panasonic 100 400mm vs 100 300mm comparison. Panasonic is offering updated firmware for its dmcgx1 enthusiast micro four thirds model, and its 100300mm telephoto lens. Photographing gang gang cockatoos with panasonic lumix g9 and 100. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone. The panasonic 100300, once zoomed to 300 mm, is rather frontheavy and unbalanced.
Mar 11, 2017 panasonic lumix 100 400mm with firmware update v1. And my first observation is that the body looks the same and still doesnt provide enough space on end of the lens for many lens supports that i know of other than the very thin fotga dp 500 support with the very thin rubber wheels that only just fit on the space between focus and zoom rings. All functions may not be available depending on the situation. This versatile and popular zoom lens with a long range and incredible reach is the perfect complement to panasonic micro four thirds cameras and has been updated with new features in this mark ii version which now brings it in line with the latest panasonic lumix g digital cameras. Updated panasonic lumix 100 300mm zoom lens replaces hfs100300. This makes the camera lens combination very frontheavy, especially when the focal length is zoomed all the way to 300mm, as seen here. Dan shooting the lumix g85 with the leica 100400mm as well as having the new olympus omd em1 with 300mm f4 hanging off his shoulder. A micro four thirds lens with a notsomicro zoom range, the leica dg varioelmar 100400mm f4 6. Panasonic has announced an update for its gx1 advanced compact system camera which improves a number of functions a firmware upgrade for the lumix g.
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