7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm
7Artisans
60 Overall Score
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Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 200-28mm
Panasonic
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm
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Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 200-28mm
75 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
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
Compactness 5
Versatility 4
Image quality 4
Aperture speed 4
Stabilization 3
Macro capability 2
Scores
Macro
Budget
Travel
Video Cinema
Landscape
Portrait
Professional
Street
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| 7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 200-28mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 6 | 17 |
| Groups | 5 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 4★ |
| Coating | multi-layer coatings | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 14★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-M | L-Mount |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg★ | 0.41 kg |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm | 140 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.5x★ |
Pros & Cons
7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm
- Strong bokeh (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Strong macro (66th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average optical (34th percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 200-28mm
- 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
7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm1.216score per dollar
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Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 200-28mm0.109score per dollar
7Artisans Photoelectric 55mm f/1.4 55mm offers 11.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 200-28mm
Scores 87 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.
