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Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS Review | 54 Data compared

Avg. price:~£570Lens mount:Micro Four ThirdsMaximum focal length:300 mmMaximum aperture (telephoto end):5.6Optical image stabilization:yesMaximum angle of view:12 °

Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS Review: Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Camera lenses category and whether it is worth buying.

6.8

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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An overall evaluation of the camera lens's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
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Score components

80%

6.2

Technical score

20%

9.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 53% of camera-lenses
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Camera lenses category across these key areas: Mount & Format, Optics & Aperture, Focus & Controls, Stabilization, Build & Handling, Lab Scores.
When it matters
When you want to compare camera lenses based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

35%

3.8

Optics & Aperture

24%

9.1

Build & Handling

20%

5.5

Focus & Controls

10%

?

Lab Scores

8%

9.2

Stabilization

3%

1.0

Mount & Format

â–¼Worse than 63% of camera-lenses
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

9.2

Number of reviews

Based on 1,623 buyer reviews from online shops.
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User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 87% of camera-lenses
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Technical Specifications of camera lens Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Camera lenses category across these key areas: Mount & Format, Optics & Aperture, Focus & Controls, Stabilization, Build & Handling, Lab Scores.
When it matters
When you want to compare camera lenses based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components:

35%

3.8

Optics & Aperture

24%

9.1

Build & Handling

20%

5.5

Focus & Controls

10%

?

Lab Scores

8%

9.2

Stabilization

3%

1.0

Mount & Format

6.2
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

9.2

Number of reviews

Based on 1,623 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
9.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters
When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Popularity:
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS has a popularity score of 9.2 points, which is higher than 82.9% of camera lenses.
9.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the camera lens's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components:

60%

6.8

Overall score

40%

7.5

Price

7.0
Lens type
telephoto zoom
Lens mount
Micro Four Thirds
Sensor format coverage
Micro Four Thirds
Filter thread size
67 mm
Teleconverter compatibility
no
Teleconverter compatibility
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera lens does not support teleconverters. 15.3% of camera lenses support teleconverters.
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Minimum focal length
100 mm
Maximum focal length
300 mm
Optical zoom
3xx
Maximum angle of view
12 °
Minimum angle of view
4.1 °
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Focus motor
linear motor
Minimum focus distance
1.5 m
Minimum focus distance
1.5 m
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Market range: <0.18 m – >1.1 m
This camera lens focuses as close as 1.5 m, which is farther than 93.1% of camera lenses and equal to 1.5% of camera lenses.
Maximum reproduction ratio
0.21xx
Maximum reproduction ratio
0.21x
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <0.11 x – >0.39 x
This camera lens reaches a reproduction ratio of 0.21x, which is higher than 57.9% of camera lenses and equal to 3.5% of camera lenses.
Full-time manual focus
yes
Full-time manual focus
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This camera lens supports full-time manual focus. 68.3% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
Internal focusing
yes
Internal focusing
yes
â–² Better than 16% of models
This camera lens supports internal focusing. 83.6% of camera lenses support internal focusing.
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Optical image stabilization
yes
Optical image stabilization
yes
â–² Better than 71% of models
This camera lens supports optical image stabilization. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)
?
Weight
580 g
Weight
580 g
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <171 g – >1.3k g
This camera lens weighs 580 g, which is heavier than 58.4% of camera lenses and equal to the weight of 0.2% of camera lenses.
Lens length
126 mm
Lens length
126 mm
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <46 mm – >189 mm
This camera lens is 126 mm long, which is longer than 78.3% of camera lenses and equal to the length of 0.2% of camera lenses.
Lens diameter
73.6 mm
Lens diameter
73.6 mm
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <62.4 mm – >94.7 mm
This camera lens has a diameter of 73.6 mm, which is slimmer than 59.8% of camera lenses and equal to that of 1.2% of camera lenses.
Weather sealing (splashproof)
yes
Weather sealing (splashproof)
yes
â–² Better than 50% of models
This camera lens supports weather sealing. 50.2% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
Metal mount
yes
Metal mount
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This camera lens uses a metal lens mount. 93.6% of camera lenses use a metal lens mount.
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DxOMark overall score
?
DxOMark sharpness score
?
DxOMark transmission
?
DxOMark distortion
?
DxOMark vignetting
?
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Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS vs the average camera lens

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This camera lens has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
  • Has fluorine coating
    Fluorine coating
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This camera lens has a fluorine coating, the average camera lens does not. 32.6% of camera lenses use a fluorine coating.
  • 3.4 mm narrower lens barrel
    Lens diameter
    73.6 mm
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <62.4 mm – >94.7 mm
    This camera lens is slimmer than the average camera lens (73.6 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
    73.6 mm vs 77 mm
  • 10% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS
    the average camera lens
    Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS has a higher user score than the average camera lens (9.19 vs 8.360).
    9.19 vs 8.36
  • 26.6% more popular
    Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS is more popular than the average camera lens (9.22 vs 7.3).
    9.22 vs 7.29
  • 10% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS
    the average camera lens
    Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS has a higher user score than the average camera lens (9.19 vs 8.360).
    9.19 vs 8.36
  • 26.6% more popular
    Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS is more popular than the average camera lens (9.22 vs 7.3).
    9.22 vs 7.29
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This camera lens has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
  • Has fluorine coating
    Fluorine coating
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This camera lens has a fluorine coating, the average camera lens does not. 32.6% of camera lenses use a fluorine coating.
  • 3.4 mm narrower lens barrel
    Lens diameter
    73.6 mm
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <62.4 mm – >94.7 mm
    This camera lens is slimmer than the average camera lens (73.6 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
    73.6 mm vs 77 mm
  • 2.8 higher f-number at telephoto end
    Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
    5.6
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.4 – >5.6
    This camera lens has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/5.6 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
    5.6 vs 2.8
  • 2 fewer aperture blades
    Aperture blades
    7
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <7 – >9
    This camera lens has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
    7 vs 9
  • 2 fewer aspherical elements
    Aspherical elements
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This camera lens has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
    0 vs 2
  • 1.2 m longer minimum focus distance
    Minimum focus distance
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.18 m – >1.1 m
    This camera lens has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (1.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
    1.5 m vs 0.3 m
  • 33.75 mm longer lens
    Lens length
    126 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <46 mm – >189 mm
    This camera lens is longer than the average camera lens (126 mm vs 92.25 mm). The average lens has a length of 92.25 mm.
    126 mm vs 92.25 mm
  • 1 fewer low-dispersion elements
    Low-dispersion elements
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This camera lens has fewer low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
    1 vs 2
  • 70 g heavier
    Weight
    580 g
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <171 g – >1.3k g
    This camera lens is heavier than the average camera lens (580 g vs 510 g). The average lens weighs 510 g.
    580 g vs 510 g
  • 2.8 higher f-number at telephoto end
    Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
    5.6
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.4 – >5.6
    This camera lens has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/5.6 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
    5.6 vs 2.8
  • 2 fewer aperture blades
    Aperture blades
    7
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <7 – >9
    This camera lens has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
    7 vs 9
  • 2 fewer aspherical elements
    Aspherical elements
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This camera lens has fewer aspherical elements than the average camera lens (0 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
    0 vs 2
  • 1 fewer low-dispersion elements
    Low-dispersion elements
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This camera lens has fewer low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (1 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
    1 vs 2
  • 1.2 m longer minimum focus distance
    Minimum focus distance
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.18 m – >1.1 m
    This camera lens has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (1.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
    1.5 m vs 0.3 m
  • 33.75 mm longer lens
    Lens length
    126 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <46 mm – >189 mm
    This camera lens is longer than the average camera lens (126 mm vs 92.25 mm). The average lens has a length of 92.25 mm.
    126 mm vs 92.25 mm
  • 70 g heavier
    Weight
    580 g
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <171 g – >1.3k g
    This camera lens is heavier than the average camera lens (580 g vs 510 g). The average lens weighs 510 g.
    580 g vs 510 g

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Based on 1,623 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS

  • Exceptional value for the price compared to higher-end telephoto lenses.
  • Highly portable, lightweight, and compact design for a 600mm equivalent reach.
  • Excellent image stabilization with POWER O.I.S. and Dual I.S. compatibility.
  • Weather-sealed construction provides reliable splash and dust resistance.
  • Fast and near-silent linear autofocus motor performs well for both stills and video.
  • Significant mechanical and performance upgrades over the original Mark I version.

What we don't like about Panasonic LUMIX G Vario 100 300mm F 4 5 6 II POWER OIS

  • Noticeable loss of sharpness and contrast when shooting at the full 300mm extension.
  • Prone to chromatic aberration and purple fringing in high-contrast lighting.
  • The predominantly plastic exterior lacks a premium or 'pro' tactile feel.
  • The zoom ring can be stiff or jerky, making smooth zooming difficult during filming.
  • Autofocus occasionally struggles or 'hunts' in low-light or low-contrast scenarios.
  • Users often report a minor internal rattling sound caused by the OIS mechanism.

Verdict

The Panasonic Lumix G Vario 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II Power O.I.S. is a compact telephoto zoom lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras, offering a powerful 200-600mm full-frame equivalent focal range. Key specifications include a variable f/4-5.6 maximum aperture, a sophisticated optical design with 17 elements in 12 groups (including one Extra-Low Dispersion element), and a 1.5m minimum focusing distance. Its primary advantages are its lightweight 520g build, splash and dustproof weather sealing, and a fast, quiet linear autofocus motor compatible with Dual I.S. systems for enhanced stabilization. However, notable drawbacks include a loss of sharpness at the 300mm telephoto end, susceptibility to chromatic aberration or purple fringing in high-contrast scenes, and a zoom ring that some users find stiff or prone to sticking.

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