
Key Features
- The world's smallest and lightest lens*: φ67.9 x 40.9 mm** / 0.34lb
- 18-120mm with the Hybrid Zoom (LUMIX S9)
- High-resolution image from corner to corner
- Subtle bokeh that creates a natural feel
- Dust/Splash/Freeze-resistant and fluorine coating
OVERVIEW
LUMIX S 18-40mm is the world’s smallest and lightest* zoom lens, weighing approximately 0.34lb. Its incredibly light build makes this lens a key addition to your kit, a must-have for travel or anytime. Use this lens to capture expansive landscapes, buildings, or snapshots in a natural perspective. LUMIX S 18-40mm covers focal lengths from an ultra-wide angle of 18mm to a standard 40mm, with closest shooting distance of 0.49ft, allowing for flexibility in what and how you shoot. In addition, this lens offers high video performance, with focus breathing suppression that allows you to enjoy high-quality video expression.
*As of October 8, 2024. Among AF compatible interchangeable zoom lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras.
**The world's thinnest at just 40.9mm when retracted.
Portable, Easy-to-Carry Design: LUMIX S 18-40mm lens is the world’s smallest and lightest* zoom lens and its compact design perfectly matches the LUMIX S9
Unique 18-40mm Focal Length: This lens covers focal lengths from an ultra-wide angle of 18mm to a standard 40mm, closest shooting distance of 0.49ft, allowing for the flexibility to capture expansive landscapes and buildings or snapshots in a natural perspective.
Ideal for Both Videography and Photography: High video performance such as focus breathing suppression allows you to enjoy high-quality video expression. It also allows you to take high-resolution & beautiful bokeh images.
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lens specification
| Lens Min. Focus Distance | 0.15m/0.49ft (at focal length 18-21mm) / 0.35m/1.15ft (at focal length 40mm) |
| Lens Filter Size | f62mm |
| Dimensions | Approx. 40.9mm / 1.61inch (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount) |
| Minimum Aperture | F22 (Wide) - F32 (Tele) |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm |
| Weight | Approx. 155g / 0.34lb (excluding lens cap and lens rear cap) |
| Focal Length | f=18-40mm |
| Maximum Aperture | F4.5 (Wide) - F6.3 (Tele) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.28x (at focal length 21mm) |
| Mount Type | L-Mount |
- Panasonic LUMIX S 18-40mm F4.5-6.3
- Lens Cap
- Lens Rear Cap
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