Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
What Buyers Say
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
This Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II lens receives high praise for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance, especially for video work. Verified buyers call it a worthy upgrade with solid build quality. However, several questions raise concerns about loose internal parts that shift audibly when the lens is off or unattached, causing some to worry about long-term durability.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great for video work
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Loose internal parts making noise
- Durability concerns from shifting internals
- Potential defect in early units
- Uncertainty about long-term build quality
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its excellent optical performance, sturdy yet lightweight build, and fast autofocus. Users highlight its versatility as a workhorse zoom for both photo and video, with particular appreciation for the linear focus mode on compatible cameras. A few note the shallow depth of field is limited due to the Micro Four Thirds system, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent optical performance
- Sturdy yet lightweight build
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile zoom range
- Linear focus mode for video
Cons
- Limited shallow depth of field
- Focus-by-wire system not linear
- No built-in gear ring for cine use
- Slight chromatic aberration in high contrast
Scores
Specifications
| Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 56 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 56 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 14 |
| Groups | 9 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | Multilayer Nano Coating, Anti-Fouling Fluorine Coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Digital Stepping Motor (DSM)★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 579 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:9.09★ | 0.21x |
Pros & Cons
Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4S DA DSM WL Pro 56mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Strong build (66th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.