Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Users overwhelmingly praise this lens for its excellent build quality, sharpness, and versatile focal range. It is highly recommended for landscape, architectural, and real estate photography, with many noting its silent autofocus and smooth zoom. The included filter bundle is a welcome bonus, and the lens pairs well with both Olympus and Panasonic bodies.
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- Sharp image quality
- Versatile focal range
- Silent autofocus
- Smooth zoom
Cons
- No significant cons mentioned
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
The Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM lens is widely praised as a lightweight, versatile kit lens that delivers sharp images and effective stabilization for its price. Many users appreciate its value as a travel and everyday lens, though some note significant distortion and vignetting at 24mm, a slow aperture, and limited macro capabilities. It is seen as a solid entry-level option but not a replacement for L-series or prime lenses.
Pros
- Lightweight and compact
- Sharp image quality
- Effective image stabilization
- Versatile zoom range
- Good value for the price
Cons
- Slow aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Significant distortion at 24mm
- Vignetting at wide angle
- Soft corners after correction
- Limited true macro capability
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 18 |
| Groups | 10 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4 | 4 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Super Spectra Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/24 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Canon RF |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | 240-fps autofocus drive | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 230 mm | 132 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong versatility (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average aperture (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average bokeh (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Pricing
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 22 specs.
