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LUMIX S 16-35mm F4

Leica L · Zoom · FULL FRAME

LUMIX S 16-35mm F4 — 16–35mm f/4 for Leica L, a popular choice in the panasonic lineup.

$1,299

Launch price

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LUMIX S 16-35mm F4

Last updated June 2026

Key specs at a glance

Focal Length

16-35 mm

Max Aperture

f/4

Mount

Leica L

Coverage

Full Frame

Stabilization

No

Weight

493 g

Min Focus

25 cm

Filter Size

77 mm

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Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Limited
2.5/ 10
  • · 9-blade rounded diaphragm creates creamy out-of-focus highlights

Sports & Action

Fair
5.5/ 10
  • · f/4 aperture is decent for daytime sports
  • · Equipped with high-speed silent AF motor for fast action tracking

Video & Hybrid

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Internal focusing keeps lens length constant and stops rotation
  • · Constant aperture zoom avoids exposure shifts while zooming

Landscape

Excellent
9.0/ 10
  • · Ultra-wide angle (16mm) is perfect for sweeping landscapes
  • · Weather-sealed body protects against dust and rain in the field

Travel

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · Highly portable weight (493g) makes it travel-friendly
  • · Weather-sealed body is prepared for varied travel climates

Wildlife

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · Weather-sealed design handles outdoor elements like rain or sand
  • · Fast tracking AF motor helps track moving birds/animals

Macro & Close-up

Limited
3.5/ 10
  • · Moderate close-up capabilities with 0.25x magnification
  • · Short focus distance of 25 cm allows close shooting

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
  • Native Leica L mount compatibility

Cons

  • Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
  • Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Panasonic LUMIX S 16-35mm F4

Optical Design

Focal length (Min)16 mm
Focal length (Max)35 mm
Max aperture (Wide)f/4
Max aperture (Tele)f/4
Elements12
Groups9
Special elements2 Aspherical, 1 ED

Focus System

Min focus distance25 cm
Max magnification0.25 ×
Autofocus motorLinear motor
Internal focusYes

Image Stabilization

Optical stabilizationNo
OIS effectiveness0 stops

Physical Specs

Weight493 g
Length105.4 mm
Diameter73.6 mm
Filter thread size77 mm
Weather sealingYes
Diaphragm blades9

Compatibility

Lens mountLeica L
Format coverageFull Frame

Features

Control ringYes
Custom function buttonYes