Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR 18mm
What Buyers Say
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
Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR 18mm
The Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R lens is widely praised for its compact size, sharp image quality, and fast aperture, making it a favorite for street and indoor photography. Users appreciate its lightweight design that pairs well with smaller camera bodies like the X-E3 and X-T1. However, some note minor chromatic aberration at wide apertures and a poorly designed lens hood cap that tends to fall off. Overall, it's considered a solid walk-around lens with excellent value, especially when purchased at a discount.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight design
- Sharp image quality
- Fast f/2 aperture
- Great for street and indoor photography
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- Lens hood cap falls off easily
- Chromatic aberration at wide apertures
- Softer corners at wider apertures
- Mediocre included cleaning kit
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR 18mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 8 |
| Groups | 10 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Super EBC |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fujifilm X |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.12 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | 240-fps autofocus drive | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 230 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 0.14x★ |
Pros & Cons
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
Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR 18mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
