Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Users overwhelmingly praise this lens for its excellent build quality, sharpness, and versatile focal range. It is highly recommended for landscape, architectural, and real estate photography, with many noting its silent autofocus and smooth zoom. The included filter bundle is a welcome bonus, and the lens pairs well with both Olympus and Panasonic bodies.
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- Sharp image quality
- Versatile focal range
- Silent autofocus
- Smooth zoom
Cons
- No significant cons mentioned
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent build quality. Users highlight its performance in low light and video work, with many noting it as a significant upgrade. A few Q&A entries address concerns about internal movement when off, which is confirmed as normal stabilizer behavior.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Excellent build quality
- Great low-light performance
- Internal zoom mechanism
Cons
- Internal movement when off (normal but concerning)
- Heavier than similar lenses
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 23 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 23 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 11 |
| Groups | 10 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | nano-multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg★ | 0.37 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | 240-fps autofocus drive | DSM digital stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 230 mm | 23 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x★ | 0.1x |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
Yongnuo YN23mm F1.4S DA DSM 23mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.