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2024-07-28T16:34:14
Excellent deal! Not only did I receive a macro lens, which I have wanted for years, the lens came with a number of accessories and some nice software programs. The only negative is the software programs continually ask you to upgrade to a more robust program. Wish that would stop.
NICOLO M.
2023-02-25T17:47:31
I got this lens largely to take macro shots of insects. It does a great job at that, and I like it very much.
Forrest F.
2022-07-22T09:23:49
It is very well made. The body is metal not plastic so it feels like a sturdy build. It is on the heavier side so be careful when putting jt on a smaller body camera. It focused very quickly while taking macro shots. I highly recommend
AMYNA L.
2022-07-06T15:47:00
great Macro lens for the Lumix
Barbara M.
2022-01-07T08:57:31
A great value and quality build on this Panasonic Lumix macro lens. It is a great addition to my collection of lenses
Mark P.
2021-08-23T12:51:21
So far its been amazing. The macro lens was a good choice. It has amazing capabilities.
JENNIFER L.
2021-05-02T21:12:48
Superb macro lens. Small, lightweight. Excellent focus time. Nice color rendition. Highly recommended M43 lens. I have used on Panasonic Lumix G1 and Olympus E-PL5.
BILL W.
2021-05-02T10:30:18
I prefer studio macro with a tethered camera using bellows, tube lenses, and microscope objectives. Regardless, I was curious about MFT and wanted to test the waters. I purchased an inexpensive Lumix GX85 body and this lens. The configuration is compact and makes for an easy camera system to carry around with. The lens can focus from a 1:1 magnification to infinity making it a flexible all-round lens for my type of use. As far as picture quality, I can't help but compare it to my studio images which is probably unrealistic and unfair. I would compare its sharpness to a reversed EL-Nikkor 50mm f/2.8 enlarging lens on a bellows at 1:1 magnification with a full-frame camera. Good but not great. On the other hand, I am able to carry this camera system with me and get shots I wouldn't have otherwise. I don't regret purchasing this lens. Adorama's service and shipping speed were excellent as well. Thanks!
GREGORY B.
2021-01-06T07:27:01
So far so good. Didn’t have a chance to thoroughly test it yet.
JEFFREY D.
2020-11-20T08:19:44
Great little lens at a great price! Nice feel, great color, great sharpness.......
JERALD B.
2020-10-15T09:21:54
Good quality lens. Not the fastest, but works as a good all rounder. The ability to have close focus distance is a nice bonus to have.
SOMANNA M.
2019-11-20T09:33:11
Very good lens. Sharp and just what I need. Experience with Adorama was excellent.
jim d.
2019-05-14T13:31:51
Well, this is a very nice lens! Nice and small, looks nice. More importantly, it takes very good macro photos! You can get very close, as a macro lens should let you. Affordable, with high IQ. Hard to knock this lens!
Mark T.
2019-04-13T13:32:31
Solid purchase and love the POV it provides on my GH5s
Michael G.
2017-06-21T20:00:00
Nice sharp pictures, reasonably fast, good look. It isn't telephoto though so requires getting pretty close to smaller subjects. Good for close up portraiture too. Very pleased for the price.
Anonymous
2017-06-05T13:07:53
By chance, got this lens just before my grandmother passed away, and my father and I used it to replicate a lot of old photos cemented in a very old album. It worked very well for that. In more general use, I'd say picture quality is a little better than the Sigma 30/2.8; the main lack I feel is compared to the Panasonic 20/1.7, which has richer color and better contrast.
Travis B.
2017-04-04T10:35:11
Sharp, flat-field macro lens. I use it heavily with a slide duplication attachment to "scan" slides. This is much faster than using a dedicated slide scanner, and produces very good results. This lens also works well as a reasonably fast, first-rate long "normal" lens for walkabout. Well put together, metal lens mount, etc.
Wilfred D.
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Micro Four Thirds
Micro Four Thirds
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4.13" / 10.5 cm
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f/2.8
f/22
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46mm
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2.31 x 2.50" (58.8 x 63.5 mm)
6.35 oz / 180 g
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Great little lens
By Wilfred D.
Sharp, flat-field macro lens. I use it heavily with a slide duplication attachment to "scan" slides. This is much faster than using a dedicated slide scanner, and produces very good results. This lens also works well as a reasonably fast, first-rate long "normal" lens for walkabout. Well put together, metal lens mount, etc.
Very nice macro
By Anonymous
Nice sharp pictures, reasonably fast, good look. It isn't telephoto though so requires getting pretty close to smaller subjects. Good for close up portraiture too. Very pleased for the price.
An exquisite tool for macro photography enthusiasts, the Lumix G Macro 30mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras is a testament to high-quality, innovative design. This lens is engineered to capture life-like, detailed images with its life-size magnification capability and deep depth of field. Whether you're photographing the delicate intricacies of flowers, the textures of gourmet food, or creating stunning portraits, this lens delivers professional-grade results.
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The compact and reliable metal design of the lens is not only durable but also aesthetically pleasing, complementing the sleek LUMIX G camera bodies with its sharp, metallic black finish. Comprising 9 lenses in 9 groups, including the aspherical lens, this lens system is the epitome of optical excellence and compactness.
MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) is another standout feature, effectively compensating for camera shake to ensure sharp, blur-free images even in challenging shooting conditions. This stabilization is especially beneficial in macro photography, where even the slightest movement can impact the clarity of the image.
Compatible with a wide range of Lumix cameras, including the DC-GH5, DC-GX850, DC-G85, DC-G85K, DC-GX85, DC-GX8, DC-G7, DC-GF7K, DC-GM5K, and DC-GH4, this lens is a reliable choice for photographers looking to expand their creative capabilities with a Micro Four Thirds system.
In summary, the Lumix G Macro 30mm f/2.8 Aspherical Lens is a high-quality, durable, and versatile macro lens that offers reliable performance and innovative features for both amateur and professional photographers seeking to capture the world in breathtaking detail.