Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Sigma Art 270101 70mm
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
The Panasonic 8-18mm f/2.8-4 lens is highly praised for its excellent image quality, sharpness, and build. Users appreciate its compact size, light weight, and the ability to use screw-on filters, which is a key advantage over some competitors. While a few users noted it is pricey and one had sharpness issues on an Olympus body, the overwhelming majority recommend it for landscapes, interiors, and travel photography.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Sharp and crisp
- Compact and lightweight
- Accepts screw-on filters
- Weather-sealed
Cons
- Pricey
- Variable aperture
- No OIS
- Sharpness issues on some Olympus bodies
- Slight distortion at 8mm
Sigma Art 270101 70mm
The Sigma 70mm f/2.8 Art macro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, image quality, and value. Users praise its compact, lightweight design and versatility for macro, portrait, and product photography. While autofocus speed is a common criticism, especially at macro distances, most reviewers find it acceptable given the lens's price and optical performance. Some minor issues include focus hunting, lack of image stabilization, and a firmware bug affecting focus retention.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Great value for money
- Compact and lightweight
- Versatile for macro and portraits
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- Slow autofocus
- Focus hunting at macro distances
- No image stabilization
- Lens extends when focusing
- Firmware bug with focus retention
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | Sigma Art 270101 70mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 13 |
| Groups | 10 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Super multi-layer lens coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | L-Mount |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.53 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | 240-fps autofocus drive | Coreless DC motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 230 mm★ | 258 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 1:1★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
Sigma Art 270101 70mm
- Strong bokeh (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong af (78th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.