Panasonic Lumix G 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. vs Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60 mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S.
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| Compare | Lightest Image Stabilization | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | MFT | MFT |
| Best For | Video | - |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 12-60 mm | 12-60 mm |
| Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.2 m | 0.2 m |
| Max. Magnification | 0.27x | 0.3x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 210 g | 320 g |
| Length | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Diameter | 71 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 62 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2016 | 2017 |
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Comparing Panasonic Lumix G 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. (12-60 mm, f/3.5) and Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60 mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. (12-60 mm, f/2.8).
Panasonic Lumix G 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. is the lightest at 210 g, Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60 mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. weighs 320 g.
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-60 mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2.8, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Panasonic Lumix G 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. can focus closest at 0.2 m minimum focus distance.
Panasonic Lumix G 12-60 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. includes image stabilization. Both lenses are weather-sealed.
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