Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
Canon
89 Overall Score
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Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm
Panasonic
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
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Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm
88 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
The Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm F4 lens is highly praised for its versatility, image quality, and value, especially as an all-around zoom for L-mount cameras like the Leica SL and Panasonic S series. Users consistently highlight its excellent stabilization, macro capabilities, and weather sealing, though some note it is not the sharpest at pixel level and the OIS switch can be soft. Overall, it is seen as a practical, lighter alternative to the Leica 24-90, with many calling it a go-to lens for both photo and video.
Pros
- Excellent image stabilization
- Great macro capabilities
- Weather-sealed build
- Versatile 24-105mm focal range
- Constant f/4 aperture
Cons
- Not the sharpest at pixel level
- Soft OIS switch
- Slightly slower autofocus than kit lens
- Heavy for some users
- Large lens bag included
Image quality 8
Image stabilization 5
Macro capability 5
Build quality 4
Weight and size 5
Autofocus performance 4
Scores
Portrait
Professional
Macro
Street
Budget
Video Cinema
Landscape
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm | Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 16 |
| Groups | 9 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | 1.18 kg |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM★ | Auto Focus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 40 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
- Strong aperture (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average build (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
No current pricing available
Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm
Verdict
Winner: Canon L Advanced Two Lens Kit 17-40mm
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
