Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR 90mm
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
Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR 90mm
This Fujifilm lens receives outstanding praise for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent build quality. Users highlight its superior resolution and color rendition, making it ideal for sports and portrait photography. The lack of image stabilization is noted as a limitation for indoor use, but overall it is considered a top-tier lens.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Excellent build quality
- Superior color rendition
- Weather resistance
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Limited indoor use without IS
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 | Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR 90mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 8 mm | 90 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 18 mm | 90 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 11 |
| Groups | 10 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 0 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | Nano Surface Coating | Super EBC Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fujifilm X |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | 240-fps autofocus drive | Quad Linear Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 230 mm★ | 600 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 0.2x★ |
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
Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR 90mm
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (67th percentile)
- Below average macro (30th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
