Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
What Buyers Say
Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
The Hasselblad XCD 55mm f/2.5 V lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, solid metal build, and fast autofocus. Users praise its versatility for portraits and landscapes, though some note the secondary ring is not universally liked and one report mentions a fit issue. Overall, it is considered a worthy investment for medium-format photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and clarity
- Solid metal build with premium feel
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Versatile focal length for portraits and landscapes
- Compact and lightweight design
Cons
- Secondary ring not universally liked
- Fit issue reported (loose movement)
- Autofocus not significantly better than earlier lenses
- Not easy to purchase
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f/4-7.1 MACRO O.I.S. lens is widely praised as a compact, versatile travel companion, with users loving its lightweight design, macro capability, and effective stabilization. Many reviewers highlight its convenience for all-in-one shooting, especially on trips, and note that the slow aperture is a minor trade-off for the portability. However, one verified reviewer found it disappointingly soft at the wide and telephoto ends, especially compared to a higher-end Olympus lens, which tempers the overall enthusiasm.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Effective image stabilization
- Macro capability as a bonus
- Great for travel and walkaround
Cons
- Soft at wide and telephoto ends
- Slow maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Not as sharp as higher-end lenses
Scores
Specifications
| Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | standard | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 17 |
| Groups | 8 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 0 | 4★ |
| Coating | Aspherical | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.5 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Hasselblad X | L-Mount |
| Format | medium-format | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg★ | 0.41 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | internal autofocus | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 140 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.4★ | 0.5x |
Pros & Cons
Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Strong optical (65th percentile)
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong versatility (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Hasselblad XCD CPHB.00000718.01 55mm
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
