Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
Panasonic
96 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED-IF AF-S VR
Nikon
46 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 22 reviews
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
Optical performance 7
Build quality 6
Autofocus speed 5
Versatility 4
Video features 3
Depth of field 2
Nikon NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED-IF AF-S VR
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Scores
Professional
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Specifications
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | Nikon NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED-IF AF-S VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | super-telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 200 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 400 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 4 |
| Groups | 9 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Nano Crystal Coat, Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon F |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 3.36 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | 3 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 1.89 m |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Nikon NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED-IF AF-S VR
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong versatility (72nd percentile)
- Strong aperture (71st percentile)
- Below average build (0th percentile)0th %ile
Pricing
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm0.107score per dollar
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Nikon NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED-IF AF-S VR0.017score per dollar
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm offers 6.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
