Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
What Buyers Say
Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
This budget fisheye lens is a hit with hobbyists who love its wide field of view and solid metal build, though it requires manual focus and struggles in low light. Most users find it excellent value for under $60, praising center sharpness and fun factor, but note the flimsy metal lens cap and edge softness. A few verified buyers reported compatibility issues or returned units, but the overwhelming sentiment is positive for the price.
Pros
- Excellent center sharpness
- Solid all-metal construction
- Great value for under $60
- Very wide 172° field of view
- Fun and creative photography
Cons
- Flimsy metal lens cap slips off
- Edge softness and corner blur
- Poor low-light performance
- Requires manual focus
- Compatibility issues with some mounts
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
The Panasonic 8-18mm f/2.8-4 lens is highly praised for its excellent image quality, sharpness, and build. Users appreciate its compact size, light weight, and the ability to use screw-on filters, which is a key advantage over some competitors. While a few users noted it is pricey and one had sharpness issues on an Olympus body, the overwhelming majority recommend it for landscapes, interiors, and travel photography.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Sharp and crisp
- Compact and lightweight
- Accepts screw-on filters
- Weather-sealed
Cons
- Pricey
- Variable aperture
- No OIS
- Sharpness issues on some Olympus bodies
- Slight distortion at 8mm
Scores
Specifications
| Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm | Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | fisheye | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 8 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 15 |
| Groups | 9 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | — | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 2.8-4 |
| Constant | — | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 5 | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Filter Thread | — | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | 240-fps autofocus drive |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 230 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.12x★ |
Pros & Cons
Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
Brightin Star Fit for Fujifilm XF-mount 8mm
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Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
