Fujifilm FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR 35-28mm
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR 35-28mm
This lens receives high praise for its sharpness and build quality. Users report it as an excellent complement to other Fujifilm GF lenses, with one reviewer noting it was hard to find in stock. Overall sentiment is very positive, though the sample size is small.
Pros
- Tack sharp images
- Excellent build quality
- Great complement to 45-100mm f4 zoom
Cons
- Difficult to find in stock
- Long waitlist time
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its excellent optical performance, sturdy yet lightweight build, and fast autofocus. Users highlight its versatility as a workhorse zoom for both photo and video, with particular appreciation for the linear focus mode on compatible cameras. A few note the shallow depth of field is limited due to the Micro Four Thirds system, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent optical performance
- Sturdy yet lightweight build
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile zoom range
- Linear focus mode for video
Cons
- Limited shallow depth of field
- Focus-by-wire system not linear
- No built-in gear ring for cine use
- Slight chromatic aberration in high contrast
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR 35-28mm | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 20 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 14 |
| Groups | 10 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| Coating | Nano GI coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm G | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | medium-format | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.72 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.14x | 0.21x★ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR 35-28mm
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (69th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
- Below average social proof (35th percentile)
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.