Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
Panasonic
87 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm
Nikon
49 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
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
Nikon NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm
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Scores
Macro
Budget
Travel
Landscape
Video Cinema
Portrait
Professional
Street
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | Nikon NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 105 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 14 |
| Groups | 13 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | 0 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | Nano Crystal Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4-7.1 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.41 kg★ | 0.98 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 140 mm★ | 1.00 m |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x | 1:7.7★ |
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)
Nikon NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong optical (75th percentile)
- Below average build (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm0.109score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED 105mm0.026score per dollar
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
Scores 87 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
