Panasonic 45-150mm f4.0-5.6 Lens Review & Video Footage

[@smiff4748]

Greetings from the UK. I bought this lens after watching this video (August 2019). One month of using it and I'm loving it on my G80/85. Thank you for helping me to decide.

[@moncho33]

I've been debating on getting this lens for a while. I have the G7 with the kit 14-42 f/3.5-5.6 and the 25mm f/1.7 which have proven to be really good lenses. I'm thinking on getting the 45-150 to complete the kit and have a good range of focal distances covered. I also thought about 14-140 but on B&H it's around $700 (US) vs the 45-150 at $150 (US) on sale.

[@tearitloosetearitloose4670]

Did you go for the 45-150?

[@undocreative]

I bought the lens, watched this beautiful review and wanted to buy it again :D

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thanks for watching and for all the kind words. If you have any questions please let me know.

[@blackelement_music]

I bought it yesterday for my G7 so I could use it when traveling through the Alps. Thank you for this review!

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

You'll love this lens! I was just using it earlier today again. It's a beast :)

[@TheBigBazzy]

Just ordered this lens and I'm dying for it to come and it a long weekend! I must say this video made me the most excited for it than any other. Great job, subscribed.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thank you! I am glad it helped. I literally just purchased it because it was on a blow-out sale. I still have it :)

[@villemononen5303]

Nice! I quite liked the image through-out it's range! The typical slower zoom, but surely fast enough for spring / summer, and brighter autumn / winter days (even here in Finland). For vacation, i think this would be quite sweet aswell. Affordable, light-weight, with good build and nice image. Oh yeah, i'm getting it! Thanks for the sample footage and thoughts. Nicely done!

[@CraylorTech]

I'm thinking of switching my 25mm f/1.7 prime out for this 45-150mm. I have to say that while the 25mm f/1.7 is a decent lens, it's lack of OIS and depth of field at that focal length is not really doing it for me. I just bought the 42.5mm f/1.7 to address those concerns, and now I'm feeling that owning the 25mm lens is redundant when I have the 14-42mm kit lens. Maybe time for this!

[@vectortonto1]

Thanks for the review Shane. Was going to pull the trigger on this at $147.99 during the holidays but after seeing the video I'm going to hold off.

[@Cali62825]

It’s been 2 yrs. do you still feel iffy on this 45-150 lens? Curious as I’m thinking of buying a camera w this lens on it. Thanks

[@PatrickChapmanuk]

Yes, I got this as a kit lens with my G7. Pleasantly surprised by the sharpness of it, but definitely needs a tripod past 100 mm, if not closer with my G7

[@diptimansarkar6415]

Greetings from India, Just bought the lens for my Lumix G7, got some good shots.. I am into casual photography. nothing to to post somewhere. thanx for your review as after watching your video I ordered the lens. Thank you for your valuable feedback on. I wish we could meet someday and can share some beers. If you ever come to Kolkata - India just send me a text. will be there for you. Thanks a lot. Regards, Your valuable viewer.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Nice! I hope you like the lens. I still use mine :) All the best!

[@SUBtrauma]

I have an a7iii but I bought a g100 for travel/video and now I'm addicted to buying lenses for it since all the lenses for my a7iii are $800+ :*)

[@Carlosconversa]

Hello! Is this Splash and Dust resistant?

[@mathiasanders3946]

I do own this lens and i´m happy with it. It is lightweight, fast and sharp and you can get it relativally cheap. And yes it works with Dual IS. If you get closer to your subject on 150mm..the Bokeh starts to be "swirly". This i have never seen before on modern lenses. Maybe it is only my copy of it...so anyway. Thanks for the video :-)

[@codexan]

You call f4 fast?

[@mathiasanders3946]

@@codexan sorry, will say fast Autofocus..of course f4 isn't fast :-)

[@aaronblack425]

How does it sound through a Blues Jr?

[@AlbertSiegel]

Hi, great video. It's my first time watching one of your reviews. If I may say so in a friendly way, I find the music to be a bit loud compared with your voice, so I find myself having to adjust volume between both. I turn up to hear what you have to say, turn down not to disturb others with music. Again, I think your video was great, I'm just giving friendly feedback. And BTW, your review is the deciding factor in me going out to purchase this lens later today. :-) Thanks!

[@marzy57]

Just bought this lens in "like new" condition for just over $100! Very impressed, a little slow in auto focus, but who cares

[@medicineman4040]

Great review of this 'ancient' lens. I just ordered one for my GM-5.

[@randallmccrea8245]

Just starting out in the micro four thirds world I have an olympus em 10 mark III was wanting a cheap telephoto and this video has helped me make my decision thank you

[@antsgamingvideosn2b]

I’ve got a Olympus E-PM1 and just got this lens for $49 down from $400 at Domayne-love the zoom range!

[@kenenzanaila6598]

is panasonic 45 150 better than olympus 40 150? i need someone to compare between these two lenses

[@CharlesJohn]

What might you recommend for indoor? Video. Subject is a person giving a speech, less than desirable lighting on the subject about 50-60ft away?

[@carlomolina576]

Apparently, it´s not weather-sealed right?

[@Mraz75]

Ive been looking for this lens in Malaysia. Tq for sharing, This is helpful.

[@ShotbySick]

Great review man keep grinding

[@castielvargastv7931]

I own the 14-140mm panasonic lense and i like id but i will add a olympus 40-150 its a 2.8 and i like that oly lenses are very very good. To me they look better than many panasonic lenses

[@DanRichardsonTV]

Wow, love the shots and color in particular. I own the G85 as well, did you use a gradient ND for the harbor shots? Or are those shots as it is?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

I just shot with Cine-V profile from memory.

[@kessview]

pls 45-150mm vs 35-100mm which one to talk

[@dubisoft]

I just ordered this and g7 to complement my Sony A7ii =D I had a G7 earlier and really liked it for video.

[@johnstorrs7aa]

Hi, thanks for the review, love the video footage!. I am familiar with the Panasonic Lumix GH2/GH3 & GH4. In regards to auto-focus settings while filming, the GH2/GH3 have other settings for auto-focus. These include Continuous Auto-Focus AFC, Auto-Focus Flexible AFF etc. (these settings include what's in the menu system and the actual mechanical selectable switch which allows you to choose AFF, AFS and Manual focus.) I am no familiar with the G85 at all. Out of curiosity, does it have any of these settings and what did you have them on for the video footage in this review ? Thankyou !

[@mgr5550]

I liked your video. @3:19 i think the handrail and shed are in focus and the boat is bokeh'ed out well for a lens of this price. But one small question. If an adult was standing there at that grill point or where the placard says "reel lines in" will he fit fully head to toe in the frame, thereby keeping him in focus and the background blurred, even if it means lowering the camera on the tripod to reframe and accommodate him.

[@teamklukas8613]

Great review! I'm thinking about this lens for my G7 and this has been very helpful. Beautiful footage!

[@ChocoLater1]

Go for it. Only works best on sunny days. Sensor size and shit.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thanks for the kind words :-)

[@zenkidan]

Down to $24 at JB now. They're really clearing them out (barely any around now). Getting one transferred in for myself. Looking forward to having a play with it.

[@geriesandmann4485]

Hi...lovely video on this lens. Question: I also own the G85 and 12-60 kitlens. I also have 45 1.8 and 25 1.7. So I plan to extense this set with a zoomlens. I about the 100-300mm, but am afraid I won’t use that range too often. The G85 has ex telecoverter and I am really pleased with the results I got with the 12-60 in a test. So the 45-150should cover 90-300 mm is it? The 4 x zoom is not practical. What is your opinon on this? And...I also own an ‘old’ but very good Zuiko 50-200 non SWD tele, but is rather slow with adapter and pretty heavy too. So I might consider the 45-150 or maybe 14-140! Thanks in advance...and I am a photographer not a videographer!

[@nore8141]

Great video and commentary. Looking for a zoom lens for my Christmas present g85. Am I ok with this, any recommendations.

[@RealityCheckThat]

I just bought the G95 and am looking for a lightweight zoom travel lens. This lens looks like it will be great for that. Thanks for the beautiful pictures.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thanks for the kind words. It's a great lens if you want to get really close to very far away objects. The 12-60 kit lens also does a good job for wide to somewhat zoomed in :)

[@acaftermath]

would this lens be suitable for landscape photography? for example the 14mm panasonic kit lens

[@lauribr2875]

On which f-stop is this lens the sharpest?

[@faceyspacey9443]

Need help in finding out what kind of wide lens connector i need to attach to the 45-150mm

[@alias9856]

Good video

[@johnmckinnon3]

Could you please advise me which way is best to store my lenzes,with or without lenz covers on,in a camera bag,or in a cupboard with or without covers on .regards John McKinnon

[@sutv6754]

Shane I went to order this from B and H and I saw this. It's a got a power zoom and it's reaches a bit longer. What do you think. Is there any reason you would stay away from this? A little more expensive but with the reach and the power zoom worth it I think. I don't have much experience with lenses like this. I'm was always a camcorder person until now.

[@myatme2588]

Amazing video!! Wondering if I should get this or the 45-200. 45-175 is too expensive rn

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

This is a good budget option if you're happy with the 150mm on the tight end.

[@johnmckinnon3]

Enjoyed your video on 45-150 lenz ,could you please tell me what is the zoom length, eg 5x zoom ,10 x zoom etc.regards John Mc Kinnon

[@mgr5550]

After seeing this video i bought this lens in my country. Just got this lens 3 days back. Came in a Panasonic box with no seal during amazon delivery. Is this the norm ? Does this lens come without any box lid seal sticker of any kind ? Kindly share a little fast because ill go for a return if they've given me a used or demo'ed unit.

[@Palapalooza]

How far away do I need to be from the subject with this lense? I take video of musicians and am typically about 5 feet away from them.

[@joeframo3347]

Hello. I thought your presentation was Creed on this lens. I thought you did a fabulous job. Thank you for sharing this. I need one.

[@T6451]

Excellent review! Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thank you! 😎👍

[@terry5415]

Would you recommend this for shooting an interview with decent depth of field?

[@ofmetalphilosophy4837]

hell no... it's tight at 90mm equivalent on full frame and slow for a shallow depth of field

[@pompommom4904]

I just bought my G85 with 12-60mm kit lens. Should I get the 40-150mm zoom lens so I can take images far away, or could I just use the digital zoom of 2x or 4x from my G85 menu? Advice or suggestions appreciated.

[@Herald3108]

Great video mate. Where was the video taken if I may ask?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Mordialloc Beach in Melbourne, Australia.

[@erayadiguzel3133]

Thanks Shane greetings from Turkey... Did you have any experience with olympus 40-150 kit lens? Thanks...

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

I haven't tried that one mate sorry but the specs are very similar.

[@lfcmarkeb7124]

fair review,I had this lens sad now that I sold it ,found it sharp at zoom range ,I don't shoot video but stills we're fine .torn between getting this lens again or the 45-175mm pz

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thanks for the feedback and info!

[@DungarooTV]

Would this be the same as the Vario 45-200mm f/4-5.6 lens?

[@joestrahl6980]

Not the same lens

[@mistarajacoalition2559]

Would a follow focus help the zoom ?

[@valdiskrebs566]

Probably good for stills with an IBIS camera body...

[@BrickImmortar]

Hey Shane, great review! Might pick this up soon... one question, did you use an ND filter on any of those shots for this video? If not, it's really handling that sunlight well

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Hi Brick, I didn't use any ND filters mate - just the camera and lens. :)

[@BrickImmortar]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy Thanks so much man! That setup was doing great!

[@pavelperina7629]

Interesting. I watched three videos, two of them are considering it sharp, one of them not at all. Sample full res photos I found on internet are no bad.

[@Paul_C83]

Great review and very useful. Thanks

[@BriannaBanana21]

What is the zoom on this?

[@360gamesfan]

Hey! Would you recommend this lens over the Olympus M.Zuiko 40-150mm F4.0-5.6?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

It sounds like both lenses are pretty similar mate.

[@NEOMASS0]

The Panasonic Vario 45-200mm is slightly more expensive than the 45-150 and it come with an OIS on/off button. Does this lens also have this switch? What would be the purpose of this. I use my camera for videos and photos.

[@joestrahl6980]

The 45-150 does not have a IS on off switch

[@bendi1234]

wow! top video ! subscribed! exactly what i wanted to know and helped me to buy this lense!

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Hey thanks so much Maxbender! 😄👍

[@arezonad]

Can this lens campatible with lumix g7

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Yes 👍

[@amt6307]

Is this fine to record 1 or 2m distant subject from you??The review was very good by the way,you need to continue this channel,very professional. ;)

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Hi Aldo, thanks for the kind words mate I appreciate it. I have more videos coming up. It's best to be several meters away from your subject due to the 45mm starting point. Head to a shop and click it on a camera and compare it to a lens you have if you have the chance but it'll bring you way closer to the subject than you might first think.

[@villainmediaproductions5237]

This the vision I lens or II?

[@DennisMeetsWorld]

Great review! Your video convinced me to pick up this lens. Picked up a lightly used, preowned one for $105 w/ shipping!! ✌😎

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

That is a great deal Dennis!! :-)

[@TheResse561]

Beautiful shots! I'm sold! thanks

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thanks so much I hope you enjoy it.

[@oddocid9734]

I love it!

[@raaisma]

Hi. Great review. Thank you for sharing. I'm curious, does this lens support Dual IS?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

It looks like it does. Here's the link - av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/dual_is.html

[@raaisma]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy thank you for the info!

[@lfcmarkeb7124]

yes mine did .after firmware update .easy to do

[@gamers345]

@@lfcmarkeb7124 how do you update the firmware?

[@lfcmarkeb7124]

av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/fts/dl/fs45150.html

[@Teddyisoffline]

how does 35mm look on this lens and is it ok to buy this second hand

[@joestrahl6980]

A 45-150 lens does not include 35 .... !!

[@Ram3esIV]

Thank you!

[@ShiftDawgie]

Can you film in 4K with this lens?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Yes, it’s no problems. I shot a re-review of this lens in 4k

[@ShiftDawgie]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy Can you link me to that review?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

@ShiftDawgie apologies I actually re-reviewed the 12-60! I’ll do another follow-up on this lens once I get it again.

[@intheblues]

This video is shot in 4k by the way, I just checked the resolution options on the video. @@ShiftDawgie

[@ShiftDawgie]

Brilliant, thanks!@@intheblues

[@sutv6754]

You make really great videos. Thanks, Going to get one of these today

[@sabrina-zp4qk]

Would this lens be able to pull off family portraits?

[@joestrahl6980]

Probably not unless you take the picture at some distance and have it at 45

[@alfrithomas5112]

Can I used this lens with my olympus EM10 II?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Yes

[@simonsaid3354]

👍footage on the cement block at the end.epic wide Dopeness!!

[@kamphonwong4603]

Is there a manual focus ring?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Yep

[@ARfilmedit]

Will this work with the Panasonic g-100

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Yes. That camera will work with all of the Micro Four Thirds lenses from Panasonic.

[@earthpictures7761]

is it good for interviews and inside studio? does it fit on the Blackmagic pocket k4?

[@ChocoLater1]

This is for long distances so studio is out of the picture. Literally.

[@earthpictures7761]

@@ChocoLater1 Thanks for your answer.. Which one I should buy then? Price must not be above 300 GBP ?

[@ChocoLater1]

@@earthpictures7761 In studio you always need large aperture such as 2.8 -1.4. Zoom lenses with these apertures are massively expensive so you better consider prime lens. 25mm or 45 mm from olympus is great for studio. :)

[@HardinRacingHPS]

Could you possibly vlog with this lens?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

No, you'd need a 10-15mm lens maximum.

Great vídeo, not vlog or any of that ... 😊😊😊 Just what You get😊

[@GenosGlory]

Can I use this lens with Panasonic G7? The factory lens included with that camera is very weak. I have tested it with a camera way lower in price and that beat that lens lol. Lumix GF7 i used.

[@WildBeret]

3:25 is this raw video?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Shooting in MP4 mode 100mb 25p

[@ChocoLater1]

CinelikeD very likely pro editing or some LUT for log footage.

[@kuyabalbon]

Shane from ‘In the Blues?’

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Yep this is my new channel 😀👍

[@lfcmarkeb7124]

photo and video?

[@apu889]

Is this lens good for portrait?

[@kamillisowski2931]

42.5 mm, 25mm, 60mm sigma that lens for portraits

[@mora0911]

Will this fit gh4?

[@topgear9359]

Yes. All micro 4/3 can use it

My copy don't actívate the dual ios😢

[@howardthegreenguitarist7030]

There is a firmware update that gives dual IS. I've done it to activate it as I had an older 45-150 and it works great on my GX9. Just google the lens and firmware update and it'll take you to the right Panasonic link. It's easy to do. There is no dual IS if you are using an Olympus body.

Great ¡it works now! Thanks :)@@howardthegreenguitarist7030

[@antonpictures]

video of the horizon, not peoiple. so weird I can't find reviews with people shot so i can get a feel of the depth of field

[@intheblues]

Anton Pictures there’s plenty of shots of objects in there including birds and structures.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

2:55 onwards see if that helps.

[@vertix6375]

Is it good for video???

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Did you watch the video?

[@vertix6375]

Geeky Nerdy Techy i just did and thankyouu!

[@sutv6754]

opps. This one Panasonic Lumix G X Vario PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens'

[@MrNoplotproductions]

a pity you did no low light stuff instead of telling us..respect

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

It's not designed for low light. It's a zoom lens designed for outdoor use with decent lighting. Showing you bad low light footage was not really worth the time it takes to film it. Anything over f3.5 for MFT is not great in low light as that is f7 in full frame terms.

[@jackeyniraula]

oops not a fast lens for my taste. Thanks for the review though.

[@yawerabbas6316]

How about the quality for still photography ??? Because this lens is made in China !