Panasonic Leica DG Macro-Elmarit H-ES045 45mm
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Leica DG Macro-Elmarit H-ES045 45mm
The Panasonic Leica 45mm f/2.8 macro lens is highly praised for its sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and dual use as a macro and portrait lens. Users love the image quality and build, though some note the autofocus can be sluggish in close-up situations and the price is high. A few isolated defects were reported, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Beautiful bokeh
- Dual macro and portrait use
- Fast autofocus in most situations
- Good build quality
Cons
- Slow autofocus in close-up situations
- High price
- Occasional defective units
- Relatively heavy for Micro 4/3
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Leica DG Macro-Elmarit H-ES045 45mm | Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | macro | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 45 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 45 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 7 |
| Groups | 10 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | multi-coated | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon F |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.23 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | inner focus motor system | pulse stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:1★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Leica DG Macro-Elmarit H-ES045 45mm
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong macro (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
