Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
Tamron Di III 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
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 for its compact size, versatile zoom range, and macro capability, making it an ideal travel companion. Users appreciate the optical stabilization and the convenience of not swapping lenses, though some note softness at extreme ends and a slow aperture. Overall, it's a solid all-in-one solution for outdoor and travel photography.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Versatile zoom range (28-200mm)
- Macro capability
- Effective optical stabilization
- Convenient all-in-one travel lens
Cons
- Soft at wide and telephoto ends
- Slow maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Not ideal for low light without stabilization
- Requires stopping down for sharpness
Tamron Di III 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
The Tamron 150-500mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent value compared to native telephoto zooms. Many users appreciate the extra reach and image quality, though the weight is a common concern, especially for handheld use. Some reviewers note trade-offs in low-light performance and stabilization, and a few report compatibility issues with teleconverters or defective copies.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Great value for money
- Extra reach over 100-400mm
- Effective image stabilization (VC)
Cons
- Heavy for handheld use
- Average low-light performance
- Stabilization not as good as native lenses
- No teleconverter compatibility
- Some copies may be defective
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | Tamron Di III 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | super-telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 150 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 500 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 25 |
| Groups | 13 | 16 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4 | 5★ |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | BBAR-G2 and fluorine coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/5 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | 5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.41 kg★ | 1.73 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear autofocus motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 140 mm★ | 600 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x | 1:3.1★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Tamron Di III 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average build (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
