Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
Sony FE SEL35F18F 35mm
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
Sony FE SEL35F18F 35mm
The Sony FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, compact size, and lightweight design, making it an ideal walk-around lens for Sony A7 series cameras. Users consistently highlight its fast and accurate autofocus, natural color rendition, and solid build quality, though some note moderate vignetting and a relatively high price. A few reviewers mention a stiff focus ring or minor build inconsistencies, but overall sentiment is strongly positive, with many calling it a versatile and reliable prime lens.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Compact and lightweight design
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Natural color rendition
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Moderate vignetting
- Relatively high price
- Stiff focus ring on some units
- Build quality inconsistencies on some units
- Long minimum focus distance
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | Sony FE SEL35F18F 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 7 |
| Groups | 9 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | ZEISS T* Anti-Reflective Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Linear Autofocus Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 221 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x | 0.24x★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Sony FE SEL35F18F 35mm
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
No current pricing available
Sony FE SEL35F18F 35mm
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
