Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
Panasonic
87 Overall Score
vs
Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm
Tamron
93 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
Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm
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Scores
Video Cinema
Professional
Macro
Budget
Portrait
Landscape
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Street
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm | Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 17 |
| Groups | 13 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| Coating | Fluorine coating | drip-proof 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★ | 0.90 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Ultrasonic Silent Direct |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 6.5 stops★ | 5 stops |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 140 mm★ | 381 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x | 1:5★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S-R28200 28-200mm0.109score per dollar
vs
Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm0.146score per dollar
Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm
Scores 93 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
