Panasonic's 100-300

[mr bill]

Just wondering if this lens is any good for wildlife

 

[srhmoto]

Just wondering if this lens is any good for wildlife

Certainly not without its faults, but it can be a very good performer.


Female Kestral by srhphoto, on Flickr

Simon.

 

[mr bill]

It's 600mm in dslr equivalent if that's correct?

 

[minnnt]

In FX terms yes, in DX terms no.

 

[mr bill]

My 300mm on my 60d is about 450mm but would the pany 100-300 on 4/3.be equivalent to 600mm if you see what I mean, confusing myself here lol

 

[ukaskew]

It's a nice lens, but you have to remember you're using a very long, light lens that isn't particularly fast, so it requires good technique to make the most of it. The best long option for M4/3 I my opinion.

And yes, in the terms you're thinking the reach is equivalent to a 600mm lens on full frame.

These are all handheld at 300mm, first is wide open (f5.6), the second is f6.3 and third is f7.1, so pretty much worse case scenario for this lens.


Manor House Wildlife Park by Harry_S, on Flickr


Kennet and Avon Canal: Grey Heron by Harry_S, on Flickr


Castle Combe Howard's Day by Harry_S, on Flickr

 

[mr bill]

Any particular techniques you use?

 

[minnnt]

Yes Bill, correct.

Super shots Harry.

 

[mr bill]

Great shots looks quite capable, was thinking of getting a G5 with this lens as a cheaper way of getting the focal length without the weight