Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F/3.5-5.6
Panasonic
76 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8 S 35mm
Nikon
57 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F/3.5-5.6 | Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8 S 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 60 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 8 |
| Groups | 9 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | POWER O.I.S. | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon F |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.21 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops | 5 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:3.7 | 1:6.25 |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F/3.5-5.6
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong macro (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average social proof (29th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8 S 35mm
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong macro (78th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F/3.5-5.60.135score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8 S 35mm0.235score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8 S 35mm offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F/3.5-5.6
Scores 76 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
