Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
Canon
72 Overall Score
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Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds
Panasonic
88 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
78 out of 100 high confidence 357 reviews
The Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L is widely praised as a versatile, sharp, and reliable everyday zoom, with many users calling it their go-to lens for travel, portraits, and general photography. Image stabilization and autofocus are consistently highlighted as excellent, though some note it's not the sharpest L lens and a few report issues like barrel wobble, dust ingress, or soft focus. Mixed experiences with retailer service and repair costs also temper overall enthusiasm.
Pros
- Versatile zoom range
- Sharp image quality
- Effective image stabilization
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Good build quality
Cons
- Barrel wobble and rattle
- Not the sharpest L lens
- Soft focus at wide angles
- Dust ingress under glass
- Plastic build quality
Image quality 45
Versatility 30
Image stabilization 20
Autofocus performance 18
Build quality 15
Barrel wobble 8
Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds
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Scores
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Specifications
| Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM | Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 14 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 105 mm | 140 mm |
| Elements | 18 | 16 |
| Groups | 14 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 | 4 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating | multi-coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 4.0-5.8 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.70 kg★ | — |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USM | inner focus direct-drive linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 62 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.24x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds
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Verdict
Winner: Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds
Scores 88 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
