Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
Canon L RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM
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
Canon L RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM
This lens delivers exceptional image quality and versatility, praised for sharp autofocus and stabilization. Users note it's slightly heavy but well-built, ideal for travel and various photography styles. Some complaints about promo tripod quality and warranty start date policy exist. Overall, it is highly recommended for mirrorless Canon R series cameras.
Pros
- Excellent image sharpness and clarity
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Versatile for multiple photography styles
- Good lens stabilization
- Ideal travel companion with light kit
Cons
- Heavy weight adds noticeable front-end heft
- Promotional tripod broke before use
- Warranty start date policy penalizes early buyers
- Control rings tight initially
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm | Canon L RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 12 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 18 |
| Groups | 9 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Canon EF |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.81 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Nano USM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops | 5 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 150 mm★ | 210 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x | 0.21x |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
Canon L RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12035 12-35mm offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
