Released May 2017. This compact, ultra-wide-angle zoom lens covers a wide-angle range from ultra-wide 16mm to standard 36mm (35mm equivalent). Mount: Micro Four Thirds Mount. Focal Length: 8-18mm (35mm equivalent: 16-36mm). Maximum Aperture: f/2.8-4. Filter Diameter: 67mm. [HE08018] HE08018 Released May 2017. Delivers excellent imaging performance throughout the entire zoom range, even at the edges of the image. This lens, with a maximum aperture of f/2.8-4.0, is the "LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT" lens. It meets Leica's strict optical standards and achieves the brightness of the "ELMARIT" f/2.8-4.0 lens. The optimal placement of four aspherical lenses, including one aspherical ED lens, delivers excellent imaging performance throughout the entire zoom range. In addition, the Nano Surface Coating reduces ghosting and flare. This compact, ultra-wide-angle zoom lens covers a wide-angle range from ultra-wide 16mm to standard 36mm. From landscape photography that takes advantage of perspective to snapshots and small subject photography, it delivers the dynamic expression that only a wide-angle zoom can deliver, emphasizing perspective and realism. It's lightweight and compact, dustproof, weatherproof, and freezeproof (down to -10°C), making it ideal for serious field photography. The latest design and control technologies support smooth 4K video recording. The latest optical design minimizes minute changes in the angle of view and distortion during AF search. It also supports high-speed, high-precision contrast AF at 240 fps, and improved AF tracking performance ensures reliable focus tracking even on fast-moving subjects. Smooth F-stop changes are achieved even in scenes with significant changes in brightness, ensuring stable exposure control even when zooming, supporting smooth 4K video recording.
Emphasis on operability and high-quality exterior finish Optimized positioning and torque of the focus and zoom rings, and the adoption of a metal exterior have resulted in improved operability and exterior quality. The hood also has a locking mechanism to prevent it from accidentally coming off during use or carrying. ■ Specifications ■ Lens construction: 15 elements in 10 groups (1 aspherical ED lens, 3 aspherical lenses, 2 ED lenses, 1 UHR lens) Mount: Micro Four Thirds standard compliant Focal length: 8-18mm (35mm equivalent: 16-36mm) Minimum aperture: F22 Maximum aperture: F2.8 (wide end) - F4.0 (tele end) Aperture type: 7-blade circular iris diaphragm Shooting range: 0.23m - ∞ (from image sensor plane) Maximum magnification: 0.12x (35mm equivalent: 0.24x) Filter diameter: φ67mm Maximum diameter x length: φ73.4mm x approx. 88mm (from lens tip to lens mount reference plane) Weight: approx. 315g (excluding lens hood, lens cap, and lens rear cap) *Micro Four Thirds lenses Manufacturer's warranty period: 1 year