Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
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
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
The Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro Art lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and versatile macro-to-portrait performance. Many users highlight its solid build and value, though some note slow autofocus, noisy HSM motor, and occasional focusing issues in macro or low-contrast situations. A few mention compatibility quirks with IBIS and a warm color tone, but overall sentiment is strongly positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Versatile macro and portrait
- Solid build quality
- Good value for money
Cons
- Slow autofocus in macro
- Noisy HSM motor
- Focus hunting in low contrast
- IBIS compatibility issues
- Warm color tone
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 105 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 17 |
| Groups | 13 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Canon EF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.41 kg★ | 0.71 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | HSM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6.5 stops★ | 4 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 140 mm★ | 305 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x | 1:1★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- 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)
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
