Laowa Sunlight 40-80mm T4.5 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom 80mm
Laowa
34 Overall Score
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Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S.
Panasonic
85 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Laowa Sunlight 40-80mm T4.5 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom 80mm
No customer feedback yet
Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S.
88 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
The Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm F4 lens is highly praised for its versatility, image quality, and value, especially as an all-around zoom for L-mount cameras like the Leica SL and Panasonic S series. Users consistently highlight its excellent stabilization, macro capabilities, and weather sealing, though some note it is not the sharpest at pixel level and the OIS switch can be soft. Overall, it is seen as a practical, lighter alternative to the Leica 24-90, with many calling it a go-to lens for both photo and video.
Pros
- Excellent image stabilization
- Great macro capabilities
- Weather-sealed build
- Versatile 24-105mm focal range
- Constant f/4 aperture
Cons
- Not the sharpest at pixel level
- Soft OIS switch
- Slightly slower autofocus than kit lens
- Heavy for some users
- Large lens bag included
Image quality 8
Image stabilization 5
Macro capability 5
Build quality 4
Weight and size 5
Autofocus performance 4
Scores
Macro
Budget
Professional
Video Cinema
Landscape
Portrait
Travel
Street
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Laowa Sunlight 40-80mm T4.5 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom 80mm | Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S. | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 40 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 80 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 23 | 16 |
| Groups | 15 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 4★ |
| ED Elements | — | 4★ |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | T22 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | T4.5 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 10★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | ARRI PL | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 2.80 kg | 1.18 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Auto Focus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 600 mm | 300 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Laowa Sunlight 40-80mm T4.5 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom 80mm
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (72nd percentile)
- Below average build (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S.
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (25th percentile)
Pricing
Laowa Sunlight 40-80mm T4.5 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom 80mm0.006score per dollar
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Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S.0.083score per dollar
Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S. offers 13.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S.
Scores 85 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.
