Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Summilux H-X1025 10-25mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Summilux H-X1025 10-25mm
The Leica 10-25mm F1.7 is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and robust build quality, making it a top choice for both photography and video on Micro Four Thirds cameras. Users highlight its constant f1.7 aperture, smooth manual focus clutch, and click-less aperture ring as standout features. However, it is noted as large and heavy for the system, with a high price and no optical stabilization, and some report autofocus hunting in video mode. Despite these drawbacks, most consider it a spectacular lens that delivers uncompromising image quality.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness at all focal lengths
- Beautiful bokeh
- Constant f1.7 aperture
- Robust build quality
- Smooth manual focus clutch
Cons
- Large and heavy for MFT system
- High price
- No optical stabilization
- Autofocus hunts in video mode
- Front-heavy on smaller bodies
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
The Tamron 28-300mm super-zoom wins praise for its lightweight design, versatile focal range, and solid image quality. Users appreciate the compact build and smooth zoom mechanism, but note the slow aperture and trade-offs in sharpness compared to more expensive zooms. Verified reviewers find it an ideal travel lens that pairs well with Sony bodies.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Versatile 28-300mm focal range
- Smooth zoom ring operation
- Compact build for travel
- Good integration with Sony bodies
Cons
- Small maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Reduced sharpness vs. premium zooms
- Not an internal zoom lens
- Slow autofocus at high fps on some bodies
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Summilux H-X1025 10-25mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 10 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 25 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 20 |
| Groups | 12 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | UHR | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.7 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg★ | 0.59 kg |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | inner focus Drive system | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 25 mm★ | 190 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.14x | 1:2.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Summilux H-X1025 10-25mm
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.