Nikon NIKKOR Z 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
78 Overall Score
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Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Panasonic
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
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Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
88 out of 100 medium confidence 18 reviews
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
Image quality 12
Build quality 8
Value for money 6
Portability 5
Filter compatibility 4
Autofocus performance 3
Scores
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Wildlife Sports
Macro
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 8 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 15 |
| Groups | 7 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 | 4 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | 2.8-4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | 240-fps autofocus drive |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 230 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x★ | 0.12x |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average bokeh (31st 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
Winner: Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.
