Panasonic LUMIX S 18-40mm F4.5-6.3 Interchangeable Lens for Digital Camera

Introduction

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This lens can be attached for use to a digital camera that complies with the Leica Camera AG L-Mount standard. It is compatible with a 35 mm full-frame image sensor.

For smoother recording, Panasonic recommends updating the firmware of the digital camera/lens to the latest version. For the latest information on firmware or to download/update, visit the support website: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (English only).

You cannot record with the lens if the lens barrel is stored. Extend it in order to use it. For details, visit: https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/index.html (English only).

L-Mount is a trademark or registered trademark of Leica Camera AG. Other names, company names, and product names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

The appearance and specifications of products described may differ from actual products due to later enhancements.

Important Safety Precautions

Keep the unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (e.g., microwave ovens, TVs, video games, radio transmitters, high-voltage lines).

Do not use the camera near cell phones, as this may result in noise adversely affecting pictures and sound.

If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the camera off, remove the battery and/or AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery and/or reconnect the AC adaptor and turn the camera on.

FCC Compliance (U.S.A.)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

FCC Caution: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity:

• Trade Name: Panasonic
• Model No.: S-R1840
• Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
• Address: Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
• Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com/support

Handling of the Lens

• When using this lens, take care not to drop, bump, or apply undue force to it. Doing so may cause malfunction or damage to the lens and the digital camera.
• Images may be affected by dust, dirt, and soiling (water, oil, fingerprints, etc.) on the lens surface. Before and after recording, use a blower to blow off dust and dirt, then lightly wipe with a soft dry cloth to remove soiling.
• When the lens is not in use, attach the lens cap and lens rear cap to prevent dust and other particles from accumulating on or entering the lens.
• To protect the lens contact points ➀, do not: touch them, allow them to become dirty, or place the lens with its mount surface facing down. Doing so may cause malfunction.

Dust and Splash Resistant

Dust and Splash Resistant describes an extra level of protection against minimal moisture, water, or dust. It is available only when used with a Panasonic/LUMIX camera with the same rating. It does not guarantee that damage will not occur if the lens is subjected to direct contact with water or dust infiltration.

Precautions for satisfactory performance:

• Attach to a dust and splash resistant digital camera.
• When attaching or removing the lens, be careful so that foreign objects (sand, dust, water droplets) do not adhere to or enter the lens mount rubber, contact points, digital camera, and lens.
• If the lens is exposed to water droplets or other liquids, wipe them off with a soft, dry cloth.
• A lens mount rubber is used to improve dust and splash resistant performance. The rubber may leave scuff marks on the digital camera mount, but this does not impact performance. Contact Panasonic for information on changing the lens mount rubber.

Condensation

Condensation occurs when ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful, as it may cause lens stains, mold, and malfunction.

If condensation occurs, turn off the digital camera and leave it for approximately 2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the camera's temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature.

Supplied Accessories

• 1 Lens cap ➀
• 2 Lens rear cap ➁
• (Both fitted to the lens at the time of purchase)

Names and Functions of Components

• 1 Lens surface
• 2 Focus ring: Rotates to focus when set to MF (Manual Focus). You can set the amount of movement for focusing using the focus ring with the menus in compatible digital cameras. Refer to the digital camera's operating instructions for details.
• 3 Zoom ring: Rotate to zoom to telephoto or wide angle. Extend the lens before recording.
• 4 AF/MF switch: Switches between AF (Auto Focus) and MF (Manual Focus). When the digital camera is set to MF, the operation will be MF irrespective of the AF/MF switch setting.
• 5 Contact points
• 6 Lens mount rubber
• 7 Lens fitting mark

Notes on Use

• Recording at or near the closest focusing distance at wide angle will degrade image quality around the edges. Check each picture after taking it when recording.
• There may be differences in focus when you use zoom after focusing. Focus again.
• While shooting video, in some situations, AF operation of the lens may be heard. Changing to MF will improve this situation.
• There may be some vignetting at the edges of the screen when recording at a wide angle using the flash. Using the wide panel on an external flash is recommended to solve this issue.

Attaching the Lens

For information on how to attach the lens, refer to the operating instructions for your digital camera.

• Attach the lens after turning off the digital camera.
• Attach the lens after removing the lens rear cap ➁.
• After removing the lens from the digital camera, be sure to attach the lens cap ➀ and lens rear cap ➁ to prevent dust and other particles from accumulating on or entering the lens.
• Attach and remove the lens only when the lens barrel is retracted.

How to Extend the Lens

Rotate the zoom ring in the direction of arrow ➀ from position Ⓐ (lens retracted) to position Ⓑ (18 mm to 40 mm) to extend the lens.

(b) Ready for recording: Images cannot be recorded when the lens barrel is retracted.

How to Retract the Lens

Rotate the zoom ring in the direction of arrow ➁ from position Ⓑ (18 mm to 40 mm) to position Ⓐ to retract the lens.

(a) Lens retracted: At the 18 mm position, you will feel a click. Keep rotating to the Ⓐ position.

When not recording images, it is recommended to retract the lens.

Notes on Filter Use

• It is possible to attach the lens cap with the filter already attached.
• There may be some vignetting in recorded images if multiple filters are attached simultaneously.
• It is not possible to attach any items other than filters (such as a conversion lens or adaptor) to the front of the lens and use them in combination with this lens. Lens damage may result if such items are attached.

Cautions for Use

• Do not spray the lens with insecticides or volatile chemicals. Such substances can damage the exterior case or cause paint to peel.
• Do not point the lens at the sun or other strong light sources, as this may cause the lens to collect an excessive amount of light, resulting in fire and malfunction.
• Do not use while directly touching the lens at low temperatures for a long period. In cold places (below 0 °C / 32 °F), prolonged direct contact may cause skin injury. Use gloves or similar when using the lens for long periods.
• When cleaning, wipe lightly using a soft dry cloth that does not produce dust. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinners, alcohol, kitchen cleansers, etc., as this can cause deformation of the casing or peeling of the coating. Do not use wipes with chemicals.
• Do not keep products made of rubber, PVC, or similar materials in contact with the lens for a long period.
• Do not disassemble or alter this product.
• When the lens is not going to be used for a prolonged period, store it with a desiccant (silica gel).
• Check all parts before recording if the lens has not been used for a long period.
• Avoid using or storing the lens in locations with direct sunlight, high temperatures and humidity, sandy or dusty conditions, near fire, heaters, air conditioners, humidifiers, water, or vibration, or inside a vehicle, as this may cause operational problems or malfunctioning.

Troubleshooting

A rattling sound, etc., is heard when the digital camera is turned on or off or the lens is shaken.
This is the sound of the internal lenses moving or the aperture operating. It is not a malfunction.

There is a sound from the lens when taking pictures.
This is the sound of the internal lenses moving or the aperture operating. It is not a malfunction.

Specifications

• Mount: Leica Camera AG L-Mount
• Focal length: f=18 mm to 40 mm
• Lens construction: 8 elements in 7 groups (3 aspherical lenses, 2 ED lenses, 1 UHR lens) (*The protective glass is not included)
• Aperture type: 7 diaphragm blades/circular aperture diaphragm
• Maximum aperture: F4.5 (Wide) to F6.3 (Tele)
• Minimum aperture value: F22 (Wide) to F32 (Tele)
• Angle of view: 100° (Wide) to 57° (Tele)
• In focus distance: 0.15 m (0.49 feet) to ∞ (Wide to focal length 21 mm) / 0.35 m (1.15 feet) to ∞ (Tele) (from the focus distance reference line)
• Maximum image magnification: 0.28× (focal length 21 mm)
• Optical Image Stabilizer: No
• Filter diameter: 62 mm
• Maximum diameter: ∅67.9 mm (2.67 in)
• Overall length: Approx. 40.9 mm (1.61 in) (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount when the lens barrel is retracted)
• Mass (Weight): Approx. 155 g (0.34 lb)
• Dust and splash resistant: Yes
• Recommended operating temperature: -10 °C to 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F)
• Permissible relative humidity: 10 %RH to 80 %RH

Limited Warranty (U.S.A.)

Panasonic Corporation of North America warrants this product to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the period indicated on the chart below, starting from the date of original purchase. At its option, Panasonic will repair the product with new or refurbished parts, replace it with a new or refurbished equivalent value product, or refund the purchase price. The decision to repair, replace, or refund will be made by Panasonic.

This warranty applies only to products purchased and serviced in the United States. It is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product not sold "as is".

Warranty Limits and Exclusions: This warranty covers only failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and does not cover normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. It also does not cover damages from shipment, products not supplied by Panasonic, accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, rental use, or service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage attributable to acts of God.

Express warranties are limited to those listed. Panasonic is not liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this product or any breach of this warranty.

For warranty service, visit http://shop.panasonic.com/support to submit a repair request.

Limited Warranty (Canada)

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the period stated below from the date of original purchase. Panasonic Canada Inc. will, at its option, repair the product with new or refurbished parts, replace it with a new or refurbished equivalent value product, or refund the purchase price.

This warranty is given only to the original purchaser or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada. The product must not have been sold "as is" and must have been delivered in new condition in the original packaging.

Limitations and Exclusions: This warranty covers only failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and does not cover normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. It also does not cover damages from shipment, products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, improper batteries, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, rental use, or service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage attributable to acts of God.

This express, limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Panasonic Canada Inc. will not be liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breach of any express or implied warranty.

For product operation, repairs, and information assistance, please visit www.panasonic.ca/english/support.

Contact Information

USA: Panasonic Corporation of North America, Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490. http://shop.panasonic.com/support

Canada: Panasonic Canada Inc., 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3. www.panasonic.ca/english/support