Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm F5-7.1 OIS Lens

• Sharp Detail from 100 to 500mm: Exceptional image quality captures fine details across the frame; dramatic compression with steady clarity at 500mm captures everything from intricate lines of vehicles to the delicate textures of birds and wildlife
• Up to 1000mm with Teleconverters: Shoot with high resolution across the entire zoom range—perfect for wildlife, motorsports, and landscapes; extend the focal length to 700mm and up to 1000mm with compatible 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters (sold separately)
• Beautiful Bokeh with Natural Depth and Rich Texture: Smoothly transition from in-focus to out-of-focus areas; precision-engineered optics minimize edge outlining, vignetting and double-line blur, to highlight your subject with clarity and impact
• Capture Beauty Up Close: With a closest focusing distance of 0.8m at the wide end and a maximum magnification of 0.36x at the telephoto end, this lens is ideal for everything from blooming flowers to butterflies that land nearby
• Up to 7 stops of image stabilization with Dual I.S.: High-speed, high-precision AF powered by a Dual Phase Linear Motor; dust, splash and freeze resistant to -10°C; video-friendly features such as suppressed focus breathing and micro-step aperture control

Carry the power of 500mm anywhere
Ideal for capturing distant subjects, like wildlife or sports scenes, without a tripod -- this 500mm ultra-telephoto zoom lens offers excellent handling and outstanding image quality with a fast Dual Phase Linear Motor, all in a compact (196mm) design and a dust- and splash-resistant body.

Incredible image expression—no matter the distance.

Sharp Detail Across the Frame
Exceptional image quality from 100mm to 500mm faithfully captures fine details across the frame. At 500mm, the lens offers dramatic compression effects while maintaining clarity. Well-suited for everything from the intricate lines of vehicles to the delicate textures of birds and wildlife.

Zoom up to 1000mm With Teleconverters
Focal length to 700mm* and up to 1000mm* with compatible 1.4x (DMW-STC14) and 2.0x (DMW-STC20) teleconverters (sold separately). The compact setup allows handheld shooting without a tripod, making it ideal for dynamic telephotography in the field.

*Use of the teleconverter reduces the effective aperture by one f/stop (DMW-STC14) or two f/stops (DMW-STC20).​

Beautiful Bokeh That Enhances Your Subject
Smooth transition from in-focus to out-of-focus area creates a natural sense of depth and rich texture. Precision-engineered optics minimize edge outlining, vignetting and double-line blur, producing stunning bokeh that highlights your subject with clarity and impact.

Capture Beauty Up Close
Capture beauty within reach with a closest focusing distance of 0.8m* at the wide end and a maximum magnification of 0.36x** at the telephoto end - it's ideal for everything from blooming flowers to butterflies that land nearby.

*0.8m (at focal length 100mm), 1.5m (at focal length 500mm)
**0.16x (at focal length 100mm), 0.36x (at focal length 500mm)

Up to 7 stops* of image stabilization with Dual I.S. 2
Optical image stabilization (O.I.S.) combined with Dual I.S. 2 work together with the camera’s B.I.S. to deliver up to 7 stops of compensation at the telephoto range allowing for confident handheld shooting at telephoto or with slow shutter speeds without hand-shake blur.

*Based on the CIPA standard [Yaw/Pitch direction: focusing distance f=500mm.
When DC-S1RM2 is used.]

Easy to carry, ready for the field
With a 500mm reach packed into a body approximately 196.1mm in length and weighing around 1,285g, this ultra-telephoto zoom lens is ready wherever the action takes you. It's easy to bring along, even in locations where heavy gear is impractical or tripods are not allowed. Its excellent mobility allows for handheld shooting, so you never miss a decisive moment.

S 100-500 F5-7.1 lens construction
Longer focal lengths tend to introduce chromatic aberration, which can reduce contrast and cause color bleeding. That’s why the lens has a carefully optimized arrangement of two UED (Ultra Extra-low Dispersion) and two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements. The UED elements offer even lower dispersion than ED elements, delivering performance close to that of fluorite. This combination effectively corrects axial chromatic aberration, ensuring sharp, high-contrast results.

S 100-500 F5-7.1 MTF chart
Offering outstanding sharpness and resolution throughout the entire zoom range, this lens delivers uncompromising image quality.

Responsive Controls for Every Shooting Situation
Assign favorites to the customizable focus ring or focus button (Fn button) for instant access. Switch O.I.S. modes or adjust zoom manually for smooth and stable telephoto shots. Bundled tripod mount allows lens rotation between horizontal and vertical positions without moving the tripod head.

For lenses that are capable of compensating distortion, the horizontal axis shows the distance from the center of the corrected image.