Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II vs OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount zooms for sports & action and telephoto — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II | OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 100-300mm | 150-600mm |
| Max aperture | f/4-5.6 | f/5-6.3 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Which should you buy?
- the Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II opens wider (f/4-5.6) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II covers 100-300mm and the OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS covers 150-600mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 IISee price on Amazon
OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 ISSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II and the OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS?
The Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II is 100-300mm f/4-5.6 zoom, Micro Four Thirds; the OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS is 150-600mm f/5-6.3 zoom, Micro Four Thirds. Both fit the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Which is better in low light, the Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II or the OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS?
The Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II — its f/4-5.6 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/5-6.3 of the other.
Do the Panasonic Lumix G 100-300mm f/4-5.6 II and OM System M.Zuiko 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Micro Four Thirds mount lenses, so they fit OM System (Olympus) and Panasonic Lumix G Micro Four Thirds bodies.
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