Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm
Panasonic
83 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
Nikon
80 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm
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Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
This Nikon 18-55mm VR II lens is widely praised as an excellent value kit lens replacement. Users highlight its sharpness, compact size, light weight, and improved close-focus ability over older versions. A few note minor quirks like the lock mechanism and potential shadow from the on-camera flash, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Improved close focus ability
- Effective vibration reduction
Cons
- Lock mechanism can confuse new users
- On-camera flash shadow at close focus
- Plastic mount feels less durable
- Slower autofocus than pro lenses
- No weather sealing
Value for money 8
Image quality 6
Size and weight 5
Close focus ability 4
Vibration reduction 3
Build quality 3
Scores
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Wildlife Sports
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Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm | Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 20 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 60 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 11 | — |
| Groups | 9 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/5.6 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.35 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | AF-S |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.43x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong versatility (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 2211 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm
Scores 83 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.