Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm
Panasonic
83 Overall Score
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Laowa 4mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm
Laowa
41 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm
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Laowa 4mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm
72 out of 100 high confidence 46 reviews
The Laowa 4mm f/2.8 fisheye is a fun, ultra-wide lens that delivers a unique circular image at a very low price. Users praise its sharpness and build quality, but note that it requires careful handling to avoid including fingers, grips, or lens markings in the frame. Compatibility with full-frame cameras is limited, often requiring cropping, and manual focus can be tricky. Overall, it's seen as a great value for creative or occasional use.
Pros
- Very low price
- Unique circular fisheye image
- Sharp image quality
- Fun and creative perspective
- Compact and sturdy build
Cons
- Fingers and grip visible in frame
- Manual focus can be tricky
- Limited compatibility with full-frame cameras
- Requires cropping to remove black edges
- Lens markings appear in images
Value for money 8
Build quality 5
Image quality 7
Ease of use 6
Compatibility 10
Fun factor 6
Scores
Portrait
Budget
Street
Travel
Professional
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Macro
Video Cinema
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm | Laowa 4mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | fisheye |
| Focal Length Min | 20 mm | 4 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 60 mm | 4 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 7 |
| Groups | 9 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3★ | — |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.35 kg | 0.14 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm | 80 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.43x | 1:9.09★ |
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 (35th percentile)
Laowa 4mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average optical (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average bokeh (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 20-60mm
Scores 83 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.