Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens is overwhelmingly praised by users for its excellent image quality, sharpness, and fast autofocus, especially for wildlife and bird photography. Many reviewers highlight the convenience of the internal zoom mechanism and the great value for the price. While the lens is noted to be somewhat heavy, most find it manageable for handheld use, and the weight is often considered a worthwhile trade-off for the reach and performance. A few users mention the extensive use of plastic in construction and the lack of a dedicated case as minor drawbacks.
Pros
- Excellent image quality and sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Great value for the price
- Convenient internal zoom mechanism
- Good for wildlife and bird photography
Cons
- Heavy for some users
- Extensive use of plastic in construction
- No dedicated case included
- Battery drain on some camera bodies
- Not as sharp as top-tier primes
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
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | super-telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 180 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 25 | 17 |
| Groups | 17 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 6★ | 4 |
| Coating | Fluorine Coat | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | 5.6-6.3 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.95 kg | 0.41 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5.5 stops | 6.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.30 m | 140 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x | 0.5x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average macro (29th percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
