Panasonic LEICA DG 100-400mm, DMC-CM10, TZ85 and TX1 Announced

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Today Panasonic announced the new LEICA DG VARIO-ELMAR 100-400mm f/4.0-6.3 ASPH POWER OIS lens, two compact cameras (DMC-TZ85, DMC-TX1) and the DMC-CM10 smartphone camera in Japan.

As an optical partner of legendary LEICA Lenses, the LUMIX 100-400mm F4.0-6.3 Lens features the highest standards of detail and sharpness. Built for the outdoors, this lens features a splash and dustproof design when mounted on a compatible LUMIX G Mirrorless camera. With Dual I.S. (Image Stabilization) compatibility you’ll shoot with unprecedented hand-held stability.

The lens is constructed of 20 elements in 13 groups and incorporates a number of aspherical and extra low dispersion elements to assure best quality and avoid flaring.

The new Panasonic 100-400mm is now available for pre-order at Amazon, B&H, Adorama for $1,797.99. And it will will be released on March 25, 2016.

Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMAR 100-400mm Key Features:

  • Longest focal length for Micro Four Thirds
  • Compatible with Dual Image Stabilization
  • 240fps AF Drive
  • Zoom ring lock
  • Weather Sealing
  • Integrated Quick Shifting Tripod Mount
  • Integrated shift-away lens-hood

See more announcement info (press release):

Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/4.0-6.3 ASPH POWER OIS lens

Panasonic DMC-CM10 phone camera

Panasonic DMC-TZ85 camera

Panasonic DMC-TX1 camera

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