Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
Rokinon RK20M-C 20mm
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
The Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm f/4-7.1 MACRO O.I.S. lens is widely praised as a compact, versatile travel companion, with users loving its lightweight design, macro capability, and effective stabilization. Many reviewers highlight its convenience for all-in-one shooting, especially on trips, and note that the slow aperture is a minor trade-off for the portability. However, one verified reviewer found it disappointingly soft at the wide and telephoto ends, especially compared to a higher-end Olympus lens, which tempers the overall enthusiasm.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Effective image stabilization
- Macro capability as a bonus
- Great for travel and walkaround
Cons
- Soft at wide and telephoto ends
- Slow maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Not as sharp as higher-end lenses
Rokinon RK20M-C 20mm
The Rokinon 20mm f/1.8 lens earns high praise for its sharpness and optical quality, especially in astrophotography and landscape use. Reviewers note excellent value for the price and compare it favorably to more expensive Canon and Nikon zooms. Some mention a lack of premium feel and potential de-centering issues, but the majority find it a reliable and capable manual-focus prime.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Great for astrophotography
- Excellent value for money
- Good low-light performance
- Solid build
Cons
- Plastic feel
- Potential de-centering issues
- Manual focus only
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | Rokinon RK20M-C 20mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 20 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 13 |
| Groups | 13 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | Ultra Multi-Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Canon EF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.41 kg★ | 0.50 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 140 mm★ | 200 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong versatility (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Rokinon RK20M-C 20mm
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong macro (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.
