Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Elmarit H-ES200 200mm
What Buyers Say
Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
The Sony FE PZ 28-135mm F4 G OSS lens is highly praised for its image quality, versatility, and robust build, making it a favorite for both video and still photography. Users appreciate the smooth power zoom, silent operation, and useful aperture ring, though some note the zoom speed is too fast for cinematic work and the lens is quite heavy. The included lens cap is widely criticized as cheap, but overall sentiment is very positive, with many calling it a great value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Versatile for video and stills
- Smooth power zoom
- Silent operation
- Useful aperture ring
Cons
- Zoom speed too fast for cinematic use
- Heavy and bulky
- Cheap plastic lens cap
- Non-mechanical zoom prevents snap zooms
- No macro function
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Elmarit H-ES200 200mm
The product received mixed feedback, with a negative review indicating it underperformed compared to the Olympus 100-400 zoom even with a converter. Q&A responses clarify compatibility issues with Leica M bodies and limitations of O.I.S., while noting that teleconverters generally do not affect minimum focus distance or infinity focus.
Pros
- Teleconverter included
- Tripod mount included
- Lens hood included
- Compatible with Panasonic teleconverters
Cons
- Poor performance compared to Olympus 100-400
- No aperture ring
- Compatibility issues with Leica M bodies
- Stabilization not a tripod replacement
Scores
Specifications
| Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm | Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Elmarit H-ES200 200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 200 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 135 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 18 | 15 |
| Groups | 12 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | Nano AR Coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.42 kg★ | 0.99 kg |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | SSM | Triple sistema de motor lineal |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 400 mm★ | 1.15 m |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 0.2x★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony G SELP28135G.SYX 28-135mm
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong versatility (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Elmarit H-ES200 200mm
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average social proof (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average macro (28th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 83 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
