Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
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What Buyers Say
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
Thypoch
This lens is praised for its internal zoom, compact build, and value, with many users preferring it over pricier Sony options. It delivers sharp images up to 40mm, but at 50mm it can be soft, and autofocus is not the fastest or quietest. Overall, it's a solid budget-friendly choice for travel and video work.
Pros
- Internal zoom design
- Compact and lightweight
- Great value for money
- Sharp up to 40mm
- Beautiful bokeh and sunstars
Cons
- Soft at 50mm
- Autofocus not fast or silent
- Not for pixel-peepers
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | Thypoch | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 16 |
| Groups | 9 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 10★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.90 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x | 1:4.63★ |
Pros & Cons
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
Thypoch
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong versatility (74th percentile)
- Strong macro (69th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
