Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
What Buyers Say
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and low-light performance. Users find it excellent for both photo and video, with many noting a noticeable upgrade over older models. A few Q&A entries raise concerns about internal movement when the lens is off or detached, but the majority of reviewers are extremely satisfied.
Pros
- Incredibly sharp images
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great for both photo and video
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Internal movement when lens is off or detached
- Uncertainty about long-term durability
- Loose internal part raises concern
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
| Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 5 | 14 |
| Groups | 4 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | Multicoated Optical Glass | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 1.04 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.50 m | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.21x★ |
Pros & Cons
Kase Reflex Mirror 150mm f/5.6 AF Reflex Mirror Lens 150mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average optical (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average build (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Pricing
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 22 specs.
