Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FSA14140 14-140mm
A 10x 14-140mm zoom (28-280mm equivalent) with weather sealing and Power O.I.S. makes this a rugged one-lens solution for outdoor shooting. Its stepping motor delivers silent, smooth autofocus that pairs well with Micro Four Thirds cameras for video and high-speed burst capture. Best for wildlife and sports photographers who need a durable, versatile zoom without swapping lenses in the field.
Snapshot
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 11 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 14 |
| Focal Length Max | 140 |
| Elements | 14 |
| Groups | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| ED Elements | 2 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | No |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Build
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 58 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | Yes |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 300 |
| Max Magnification | 1:4 |
vs Competition
The superzoom landscape has shifted noticeably this year, with several new lenses challenging the established order. Sigma's Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS now offers the widest focal range in its class for APS-C shooters, making it a compelling one-lens solution for travel. Tamron's Di III 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD brings similar versatility to Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts with fast VXD autofocus. On the premium side, Canon's RF 15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM isn't a superzoom but earns its top-five spot through sheer optical excellence for full-frame RF users who prioritize wide-angle performance over reach. Panasonic's Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f/2.8-4.0 delivers stunning sharpness and build quality for Micro Four Thirds, while Nikon's AF-S DX 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR remains a respected standard zoom for F-mount DSLRs. Compared to these newcomers, our reviewed lens holds its ground in specific areas but faces stiffer competition than before, particularly from the Sigma and Tamron options which offer more range in a single package.
| Spec | Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FSA14140 14-140mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 | Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN | Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | Sony FE SEL2070G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 14-140mm | 17-28mm | 28-75mm | 10-18mm | 28-70mm | 20-70mm |
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/22 | f/4 |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z | Sony E | Sony E | Canon RF | Sony E |
| Stabilization | true | false | false | false | true | false |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 265 | 450 | 540 | 260 | 495 | 488 |
| AF Type | Autofocus | Stepping Motor | VXD | Autofocus | STM | Autofocus |
| Lens Type | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FSA14140 14-140mm | 54.6 | 14.5 | 86.6 | 70.6 | 87 | 22.6 | 44.2 | 97.3 | 77.9 | 83.2 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 Compare | 87 | 88.1 | 73.6 | 86.3 | 87 | 85.8 | 90.8 | 68.1 | 64.6 | 38 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 Compare | 54.6 | 88.1 | 67.2 | 87.3 | 87.8 | 85.8 | 80.4 | 78.2 | 83.1 | 38 |
| Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Compare | 54.6 | 83.5 | 87.3 | 93.3 | 81.6 | 85.8 | 80.4 | 69.1 | 68.8 | 38 |
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Compare | 87 | 25.9 | 70.2 | 80.4 | 85 | 22.6 | 98.1 | 77.2 | 87.9 | 98.5 |
| Sony FE SEL2070G Compare | 54.6 | 80.2 | 70.8 | 51.1 | 93.1 | 69.9 | 63.3 | 84.2 | 91.7 | 38 |
