Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm
Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm
What Buyers Say
Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm
This lens is highly praised for its sharpness, lightweight design, and versatility, making it an excellent mid-range zoom for travel and low-light photography. Users appreciate its compatibility with Canon R-series cameras and its ability to deliver professional-quality images. The only minor drawback mentioned is the limited zoom range, but reviewers agree it is the most compact and light option available.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and compact design
- Versatile mid-range zoom
- Excellent low-light performance
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Limited zoom range
- High price for some users
Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm
The Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm f/1.7 is widely praised as an excellent value prime lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras. Users highlight its sharpness, fast aperture for low-light and bokeh, lightweight build, and compatibility with both Panasonic and Olympus bodies. A few isolated complaints mention missing accessories or cosmetic defects from specific sellers, but the overwhelming sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast f/1.7 aperture for low light
- Excellent bokeh
- Lightweight and compact
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No physical manual focus switch
- Slightly bulky for a prime
- Missing accessories from some sellers
- Cosmetic defects from some sellers
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm | Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 25 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 70 mm | 25 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 8 |
| Groups | 12 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2★ | — |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating (SSC) | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.49 kg | 0.13 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 46 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Automatic/manual |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 239 mm★ | 249 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.2★ | 0.14x |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM 28-70mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average af (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 22 specs.