Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
Meike 50mm F1.8 E 50mm
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its excellent optical performance, sturdy yet lightweight build, and fast autofocus. Users highlight its versatility as a workhorse zoom for both photo and video, with particular appreciation for the linear focus mode on compatible cameras. A few note the shallow depth of field is limited due to the Micro Four Thirds system, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent optical performance
- Sturdy yet lightweight build
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile zoom range
- Linear focus mode for video
Cons
- Limited shallow depth of field
- Focus-by-wire system not linear
- No built-in gear ring for cine use
- Slight chromatic aberration in high contrast
Meike 50mm F1.8 E 50mm
This 50mm f/1.8 lens from Meike receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, praised for its sharp image quality, smooth autofocus, and solid build for an affordable price. Users highlight its excellent bokeh, low-light performance, and versatility for portraits and everyday use. A few minor complaints mention a tricky lens hood and a relatively long minimum focus distance.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Smooth autofocus
- Solid build quality
- Great value for money
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- Tricky lens hood attachment
- Long minimum focus distance
- Easily overexposes outdoors
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | Meike 50mm F1.8 E 50mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 11 |
| Groups | 9 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Multilayered Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 630 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Meike 50mm F1.8 E 50mm
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
No current pricing available
Meike 50mm F1.8 E 50mm
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
