Rokinon Cine DS100M-C 100mm
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
What Buyers Say
Rokinon Cine DS100M-C 100mm
The Rokinon 100mm macro lens is a hit among verified buyers, who praise its outstanding optical quality, robust build, and exceptional value for money, especially for macro and cinema work. Users note the manual focus and aperture ring provide reliable control, though some mention it lacks autofocus and vibration control, and the build quality could be improved. Overall, it delivers sharp, vibrant images and is versatile for both photography and filmmaking.
Pros
- Outstanding optical quality
- Exceptional value for money
- Solid build construction
- Smooth manual focus and aperture ring
- Versatile for macro and cinema
Cons
- No autofocus
- No vibration control
- Build quality could be improved
- Heavy weight
- Manual focus can be challenging handheld
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
Scores
Specifications
| Rokinon Cine DS100M-C 100mm | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 100 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 100 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 17 |
| Groups | 12 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| Coating | Ultra Multi-Coating | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | T32 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | T3.1 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.73 kg | 0.41 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | — | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 305 mm | 140 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:1★ | 0.5x |
Pros & Cons
Rokinon Cine DS100M-C 100mm
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong optical (74th percentile)
- Strong macro (67th percentile)
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
