Panasonic LUMIX S S-S50 50mm
Panasonic
56 Overall Score
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Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S50 50mm
85 out of 100 high confidence 55 reviews
The Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its sharpness, lightweight design, and excellent value for money. Users highlight its fast and reliable autofocus, smooth bokeh, and good low-light performance, making it a versatile choice for both photography and video. Some note minor drawbacks like a stiff focus ring or slower autofocus in certain conditions, but overall it is considered a solid, professional-grade lens at an affordable price.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and compact design
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Smooth bokeh
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- Stiff focus ring
- Autofocus hunts occasionally
- Slow autofocus in some conditions
- Plastic build quality
- Tight fit when mounting on camera
Image quality 25
Autofocus performance 18
Value for money 15
Build quality 12
Bokeh 10
Low light performance 8
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
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Scores
Macro
Budget
Portrait
Video Cinema
Street
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Landscape
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-S50 50mm | Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 50 mm | 15 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 45 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 3 |
| Groups | 8 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 | 3 |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | — | Canon coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Canon EF-M |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.46 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear AF Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 3.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 451 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:7★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S50 50mm
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
- Strong macro (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S50 50mm0.156score per dollar
vs
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM0.663score per dollar
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM offers 4.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
