Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm
Nikon NIKKOR 20053 500mm
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm
This 50mm f1.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially with Lumix cameras. Users find it a great value for low-light photography and video, with many calling it a must-have in any kit. The only minor note is that it's a standard prime, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight design
- Excellent autofocus
- Great for low light
- Good value for money
Cons
- Standard prime lens limitations
Nikon NIKKOR 20053 500mm
This Nikon 500mm f/4E FL ED VR lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and surprisingly lightweight design. Users praise its hand-holdability and performance with teleconverters, especially for bird and wildlife photography. A few minor complaints about shipping speed and the lack of a lens case are noted, but the optical quality and VR system are highly regarded.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Hand-holdable
- Excellent VR system
Cons
- Slow shipping
- No lens case included
- High price
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm | Nikon NIKKOR 20053 500mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | super-telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 100 mm | 500 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 100 mm | 500 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 16 |
| Groups | 11 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 0 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | — | Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 3.09 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 41 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Dual phase linear motor★ | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 204 mm★ | 3.60 m |
| Max Magnification | 1:1 | 1:7 |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S-E100 100mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong aperture (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 20053 500mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average build (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.