Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux H-X015K 15mm
Panasonic
70 Overall Score
vs
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Canon
61 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux H-X015K 15mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users. Reviewers consistently praise its exceptional sharpness, minimal distortion, and high-quality build, noting it rivals or surpasses other premium lenses. It is particularly valued for street photography and video work, offering a versatile focal length that encourages creative composition. The only minor concerns are the lack of weather sealing and a packaging issue with a leaking cleaning kit, but these do not detract from the lens's stellar reputation.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Minimal chromatic aberration
- High-quality build
- Versatile focal length
- Great for street photography
Cons
- Not weather-sealed
- Packaging issue with leaking cleaning kit
Image quality 6
Build quality 4
Focal length versatility 4
Street photography 3
Video performance 2
Weather sealing 1
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Travel
Landscape
Macro
Street
Budget
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Video Cinema
Portrait
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux H-X015K 15mm | Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 15 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 15 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 12 |
| Groups | 7 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Canon EF |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.12 kg★ | 0.50 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping AF motor | USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 280 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.24x★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux H-X015K 15mm
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (78th percentile)
- Strong versatility (76th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux H-X015K 15mm
Canon L EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux H-X015K 15mm
Scores 70 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 21 specs.
