Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 35mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
The Tamron 10-24mm lens receives mostly positive feedback for its ultra-wide field of view, sharpness, and value compared to Canon alternatives. Users praise its versatility for landscapes and portraits, though some note autofocus can be slow and noisy. A few negative reviews highlight reliability issues, including a lens that stopped working and warranty problems with third-party sellers. Overall, it is seen as a solid budget-friendly wide-angle option for amateur and semi-pro photographers.
Pros
- Ultra-wide field of view
- Good value for money
- Sharp images
- Solid build quality
- Versatile for landscapes and portraits
Cons
- Slow and noisy autofocus
- Variable aperture
- Reliability issues reported
- Warranty problems with third-party sellers
- Plastic construction
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 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
| Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 10 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 14 |
| Groups | 9 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 6★ | 4 |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | LD Aspherical | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/10 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-4.5 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.41 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Micro Motor | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 240 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x | 0.21x★ |
Pros & Cons
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 35mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
