Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Viltrox FV-Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
The Panasonic 8-18mm f/2.8-4 lens is highly praised for its excellent image quality, sharpness, and build. Users appreciate its compact size, light weight, and the ability to use screw-on filters, which is a key advantage over some competitors. While a few users noted it is pricey and one had sharpness issues on an Olympus body, the overwhelming majority recommend it for landscapes, interiors, and travel photography.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Sharp and crisp
- Compact and lightweight
- Accepts screw-on filters
- Weather-sealed
Cons
- Pricey
- Variable aperture
- No OIS
- Sharpness issues on some Olympus bodies
- Slight distortion at 8mm
Viltrox FV-Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE
The Sony 16mm f/1.8 G lens is widely praised for its compact size, sharpness, and excellent low-light performance, making it a favorite for astrophotography and wide-angle work. Users appreciate the fast and reliable autofocus, lightweight build, and the ability to use standard 67mm filters. A few criticisms include noticeable vignetting at the corners and the lack of an included lens case at this price point.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Sharp image quality
- Fast f/1.8 aperture for low light
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Standard 67mm filter thread
Cons
- Noticeable corner vignetting
- No lens case included
- Expensive for some buyers
- Too wide for some subjects
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | Viltrox FV-Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 16 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 15 |
| Groups | 10 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | 240-fps autofocus drive | XD linear motors★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 230 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 0.25x★ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
- Strong optical (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
Viltrox FV-Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 21 specs.
