Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
What Buyers Say
Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM
The Canon RF 24-240mm lens is widely praised as an excellent all-in-one travel zoom, offering a versatile 10x range from wide-angle to telephoto in a compact, lightweight package. Users consistently highlight its sharp image quality, good value, and convenience for reducing gear, though some note the lack of weather sealing, a fixed aperture, and the need to use the menu to switch between auto and manual focus. A few minor issues like light leak in very low light and incompatibility with multiple exposure on the R5 are mentioned, but overall it is seen as a reliable go-to lens for everyday and travel photography.
Pros
- Versatile 10x zoom range
- Compact and lightweight design
- Sharp image quality
- Good value for money
- Excellent for travel and everyday use
Cons
- No weather sealing
- No fixed aperture
- Menu-based AF/MF switch
- Light leak in very low light
- Multiple exposure not supported on R5
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
The Panasonic 8-18mm f/2.8-4 lens is highly praised for its excellent image quality, sharpness, and build. Users appreciate its compact size, light weight, and the ability to use screw-on filters, which is a key advantage over some competitors. While a few users noted it is pricey and one had sharpness issues on an Olympus body, the overwhelming majority recommend it for landscapes, interiors, and travel photography.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Sharp and crisp
- Compact and lightweight
- Accepts screw-on filters
- Weather-sealed
Cons
- Pricey
- Variable aperture
- No OIS
- Sharpness issues on some Olympus bodies
- Slight distortion at 8mm
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM | Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 8 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 240 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 21 | 15 |
| Groups | 15 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | — | 3★ |
| Coating | — | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | 22-36★ | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4-6.3 | 2.8-4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | full-frame★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.75 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Nano USM★ | 240-fps autofocus drive |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 230 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.26x★ | 0.12x |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average build (35th percentile)
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
