Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES50200 50-200mm
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES50200 50-200mm
The Panasonic Leica 50-200mm f/2.8-4 is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and solid build quality. Users highlight its versatility for wildlife and landscape photography, with excellent image stabilization and smooth zoom/focus rings. A few note the weight and that the 100-400mm equivalent is not exact, but overall it is considered a top-tier lens.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Solid build quality
- Excellent image stabilization
- Smooth zoom and focus rings
Cons
- Heavy for some users
- 100-400mm equivalent not exact
- Zoom ring direction opposite to Olympus
- Minor sharpness loss with 2x teleconverter
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, and robust build quality. Many users consider it a workhorse for sports, portraits, and low-light photography, though the lack of image stabilization is a notable drawback for some. A significant number of reviews highlight the lens's weight and the potential for focus inconsistencies, particularly with moving subjects. Concerns about Canon's support for older models and the tripod collar design also appear in negative feedback.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and image quality
- Fast and silent autofocus (USM)
- Excellent for low-light photography
- Versatile for sports and portraits
- Robust build quality
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Heavy and bulky
- Tripod collar design issues
- Inconsistent autofocus with moving subjects
- Canon no longer supports repairs
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES50200 50-200mm | Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 50 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 21 | 17 |
| Groups | 15 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 5★ |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Air Sphere Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/32 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4.0 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Canon EF |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.73 kg★ | 1.07 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | linear motor★ | USM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops | 5 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 750 mm | 700 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x | 0.3x★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES50200 50-200mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average macro (30th percentile)
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES50200 50-200mm
Canon L RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.
