Panasonic’s first ultra-telephoto zoom for the L-Mount system is notably more compact and lighter than rivals like the Canon RF 100-500mm or Tamron 150-500mm.
Ultra-Telephoto Zoom — L-Mount
Panasonic Lumix S
100–500mm F5–7.1 O.I.S.
S‑R100500
19 elements · 12 groups
11-blade iris
7.0 stops Dual I.S. 2
| Mount | L-Mount, full-frame |
| Focal length | 100–500mm 24° angle of view at 100mm → 5° at 500mm |
| Maximum aperture | F5 (wide) – F7.1 (tele), variable |
| Optical design | 19 elements in 12 groups 2 UED, 2 ED, 2 UHR elements; fluorine-coated front element |
| Aperture blades | 11, rounded diaphragm |
| Image stabilization | Dual I.S. 2 — up to 7.0 stops CIPA rated, with compatible camera body |
| Autofocus | Dual Phase Linear Motor High-speed, silent; manual focus adjustment available during zoom |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.8m (2.6′) at 100mm • 1.5m (4.9′) at 500mm |
| Maximum magnification | 0.36x at telephoto end |
| Teleconverters | Compatible with DMW-STC14 (1.4x) & DMW-STC20 (2x) 1.4x → 210–700mm F8–10 • 2x → 300–1000mm F11–14. Zoom limited to 150mm minimum when a converter is attached. |
| Weather sealing | Dust and splash resistant • freeze resistant to –10°C |
| Dimensions | Ø92.0mm × 196.1mm (3.62′ × 7.72′) |
| Weight | 1,285g lens only • 1,595g with hood, caps & tripod mount |
| Zoom mechanism | External zoom Barrel extends ~8.5cm from 100mm to 500mm |
| Controls | Customizable focus ring (Control Ring function) & Fn button • tension-adjustable zoom ring |
| Video features | Focus breathing suppression • micro-step aperture control |
| Lens contacts | 10-pin electronic communication |
| Released | October 2025 • $2,100 / £1,799 / €2,099 |
Panasonic LUMIX S Series
S‑R100500
Where to Buy
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