Panasonic announced its new 12-35mm f/2.8 zoom lens for micro four-thirds bodies today, and we just happened to get our hands on a pre-production version. On paper, there is a lot to like – image stabilization, dust- and splash-proof design, and a constant f/2.8 aperture; we’ve put this version through its paces in our test lab to see if the reality matches up. Click here to read our full review of the Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH POWER OIS LUMIX G X VARIO
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Lens Review: Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH POWER OIS LUMIX G X VARIO
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