Sigma 7457Z7
Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma 7457Z7
The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast f/1.4 aperture, and solid build quality, making it a favorite among APS-C users for low-light, astrophotography, and video work. Many reviewers highlight its excellent value for money compared to brand-name alternatives. However, common criticisms include its relatively large size and weight for a prime lens, the lack of image stabilization, and some concerns about compatibility with full-frame cameras and occasional quality control issues with packaging.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast f/1.4 aperture for low light
- Excellent value for money
- Solid build quality
- Quick and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Relatively large and heavy
- No image stabilization
- No aperture ring
- Compatibility issues with full-frame cameras
- Occasional quality control issues with packaging
Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm
The Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm f/1.7 is widely praised as an excellent value prime lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras. Users highlight its sharpness, fast aperture for low-light and bokeh, lightweight build, and compatibility with both Panasonic and Olympus bodies. A few isolated complaints mention missing accessories or cosmetic defects from specific sellers, but the overwhelming sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast f/1.7 aperture for low light
- Excellent bokeh
- Lightweight and compact
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No physical manual focus switch
- Slightly bulky for a prime
- Missing accessories from some sellers
- Cosmetic defects from some sellers
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma 7457Z7 | Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 25 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 16 mm | 25 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 8 |
| Groups | 13 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | — |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.10 kg★ | 0.13 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 46 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | Automatic/manual |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm | 249 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:10★ | 0.14x |
Pros & Cons
Sigma 7457Z7
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average af (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma 7457Z7
No current pricing available
Panasonic Lumix G H-H025K 25mm
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
