Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
The Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its excellent optical performance, sturdy yet lightweight build, and fast autofocus. Users highlight its versatility as a workhorse zoom for both photo and video, with particular appreciation for the linear focus mode on compatible cameras. A few note the shallow depth of field is limited due to the Micro Four Thirds system, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent optical performance
- Sturdy yet lightweight build
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Versatile zoom range
- Linear focus mode for video
Cons
- Limited shallow depth of field
- Focus-by-wire system not linear
- No built-in gear ring for cine use
- Slight chromatic aberration in high contrast
Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm
This lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, even wide open at f/1.2, and its solid build quality. Users love the fast autofocus, beautiful bokeh, and great contrast, making it a favorite for street and portrait photography. However, some note it is heavy and may cause balance issues on gimbals, and a few experienced autofocus struggles or rare lens detection errors.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness at f/1.2
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Beautiful bokeh and contrast
- Solid build quality
- Versatile for street and portrait
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Balance issues on gimbals
- Occasional autofocus struggles
- Rare lens detection errors
- Vignetting at f/1.2
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 17 |
| Groups | 9 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 | 4 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Water- & Oil-Repellent Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.2 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.2 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | L-Mount |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.76 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | HLA-Driven High-Speed AF Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 280 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x | 1:5.3★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 90mm
- Strong aperture (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong macro (73rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
