Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm
Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm
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
Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
The Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens is widely praised as a versatile all-in-one walk-around lens for APS-C cameras. Users consistently highlight its silent and smooth STM autofocus, effective image stabilization, and useful zoom range that covers wide-angle to short telephoto. While image quality is considered very good for a kit-level zoom, some reviewers note softness at extreme focal lengths, barrel distortion at 18mm, and a variable aperture that limits low-light performance. Build quality is described as mostly plastic but adequate, though the focus-by-wire manual ring and occasional stiff zoom ring draw criticism.
Pros
- Silent and smooth STM autofocus
- Effective image stabilization
- Versatile 18-135mm zoom range
- Good image quality for a kit lens
- Lightweight and compact design
Cons
- Softness at extreme focal lengths
- Barrel distortion at 18mm
- Variable aperture limits low-light use
- Focus-by-wire manual ring
- Plastic build feels cheap
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm | Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 105 mm | 135 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 16 |
| Groups | 13 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| Coating | — | Super Spectra Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/4 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Canon EF-S |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 1.18 kg | 0.52 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Auto Focus | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm★ | 390 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:2★ | 0.28x |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix S S-R24105 105mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average build (22nd percentile)
Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 22 specs.
