The Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II ASPH MEGA O.I.S. is the second-generation standard kit zoom for Micro Four Thirds, covering 28-84mm full-frame equivalent in a more compact form. It features updated MEGA O.I.S. and an improved optical design. The lens is part of the LUMIX G VARIO standard zoom series.
Product released: January 26, 2012
Latest firmware version
Version 1.1, released August 5, 2015
Verified by LatestUpdate: June 18, 2026
What's new in version 1.1
Dual I.S.( Image Stabilizer ) is available by this firmware update.
(in case of the usage of Camera with this function)
* Dual I.S.：Innovative Handshake Correction System by the ideal combination of lens I.S and Body I.S.
What is the Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A)?
The Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II ASPH MEGA O.I.S. is the second-generation standard kit zoom for Micro Four Thirds, covering 28-84mm full-frame equivalent in a more compact form. It features updated MEGA O.I.S. and an improved optical design. The lens is part of the LUMIX G VARIO standard zoom series. It was originally released on January 26, 2012.
What is the latest firmware version for the Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A)?
The latest firmware version for the Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) is 1.1. It was released on August 5, 2015.
What changed in Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) firmware version 1.1?
Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) firmware version 1.1 includes the following changes: Dual I.S.( Image Stabilizer ) is available by this firmware update.
(in case of the usage of Camera with this function)
* Dual I.S.：Innovative Handshake Correction System by the ideal combination of lens I.S and Body I.S.
How do I update the Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) firmware?
To update the Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) firmware, download the latest version (1.1) from Panasonic's website. Follow Panasonic's installation instructions, which typically involve copying the firmware file to a memory card or connecting via USB. You can download the latest firmware from Panasonic's support page.
Where can I download the latest Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) firmware (version 1.1) are on Panasonic's official release page: https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/fts/dl/fs1442a.html
How do I check for Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) firmware updates?
You can track Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) firmware updates automatically on LatestUpdate.io. We monitor Panasonic's releases and notify you when new firmware versions are available, so you never miss an update.
Who makes the Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A)?
The Panasonic LUMIX G 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 II (H-FS1442A) is manufactured by Panasonic. Visit the official product page for more information.