Viltrox AF 14/4.0 L 14mm
Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 14/4.0 L 14mm
The Viltrox lenses are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional value, delivering sharp image quality, solid build, and fast autofocus at a fraction of the cost of name-brand alternatives. Many users highlight the impressive performance for portraits, landscapes, and street photography, with particular acclaim for the 135mm f/1.8 and 16mm f/1.8 models. A few isolated complaints mention autofocus struggles in low light, vignetting, and minor quality control issues, but the overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Solid build construction
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
Cons
- Autofocus struggles in low light
- Vignetting at wide apertures
- Minor chromatic aberration
- No weather sealing
- Autofocus noise audible
Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm
This 50mm f1.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially with Lumix cameras. Users find it a great value for low-light photography and video, with many calling it a must-have in any kit. The only minor note is that it's a standard prime, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight design
- Excellent autofocus
- Great for low light
- Good value for money
Cons
- Standard prime lens limitations
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 14/4.0 L 14mm | Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 14 mm | 100 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 14 mm | 100 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 13 |
| Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| Coating | HD multilayer nano coating | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM+Lead screw | Dual phase linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 130 mm★ | 204 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.23X | 1:1★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 14/4.0 L 14mm
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox AF 14/4.0 L 14mm offers 8.9x better value for money
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Viltrox AF 14/4.0 L 14mm wins 4 specs while Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm wins 5.
