Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
This 35mm f/1.8 lens is widely praised for its sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and lightweight build, making it a versatile choice for both photo and video work. Users highlight its excellent value, especially when bundled with Lumix bodies, and its ability to produce clean images in low light. However, one verified review warns of extreme distortion when used with the Ronin 4D gimbal, which may be a dealbreaker for videographers relying on straight lines.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Lightweight and compact build
- Excellent value for money
- Great low-light performance
Cons
- Extreme distortion with Ronin 4D
- Requires lens profile for raw correction
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a versatile and affordable alternative to Sony's GM lenses. Users appreciate its performance in portraits and low light, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Versatile focal range
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Zoom ring reversed from focus ring
- Slightly long for discrete use
- Colors slightly duller than GM lenses
Scores
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 17 |
| Groups | 9 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 240 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.55 | 1:2.7 |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S-S35 35mm
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong macro (78th percentile)
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
Pricing
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.
