Product Comparison: Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph. vs Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm F2.8 Pro
General Specifications
Brand
Panasonic
Olympus
Model
Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph.
M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm F2.8 Pro
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
From wide-angle to close in spaces, this LEICA Lens delivers the intricate detail you've found elusive in other lenses, particularly when shooting in low light or adverse conditions. And Panasonic's Nano Surface Coating reduces image-spoiling ghosting, flaring and reflections.
With its robust construction, the M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14 mm F2.8 PRO lets you push the limits, ideal for shooting in adverse conditions. Its compact, lightweight design makes it the ideal travel companion for your worldwide assignments.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Micro Four Thirds
Micro Four Thirds
Maximum Aperture
2.8 /f
2.8 /f
Minimum Focal Length
8 millimeters
7 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
18 millimeters
14 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph. Zoom Lens
- It’s sharp at all focal lengths.
- Pretty good all round ultra-wide lens.
- Zoom range full frame equivalent of 16-36mm is nice.
- Fantastic ultra wide angle lens. Great aperture.
- Build quality outstanding, compact, useful zoom range.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm F2.8 Pro Zoom Lens
- Absolutely superb lens. At 7-14mm it has the 35mm/full-frame equivalent view of a 14-28mm.
- The sharpness, even fully open at f/2.8, is incredible.
- The images are so crisp, excellent ultra wide angle lens.
- Distortion is well control and really great for landscape.
- Awesome lens and super wide angle of view.
Size & Weight
Height
2.9 in.
3.11 in.
Width
2.9 in.
3.11 in.
Depth
3.46 in.
4.17 in.
Weight
11.1 oz.
18.83 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph. Zoom Lens
- It has a nice and expected weight.
- I like the size and weight, plus it can take filters!
- The size is fairly compact, it is relatively light.
- The lens is amazingly lightweight.
- Nice compact wide angle lens, works well.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm F2.8 Pro Zoom Lens
- Nice and small.
- It's still a pretty good size for a m4/3 lens.
- Beautiful, easy to hold and use.
- Very nice lens. Good size and weight.
- Lightweight and a pleasure to use.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
9.06 in.
7.87 in.
Field Of View
107° - 62°
114° - 75°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
No
No
What customers say about "Imaging"
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph. Zoom Lens
- Focus is easy! Great lens.
- Metal constructions, extremely smooth zoom and focus.
- Great lens, sharpness, fast auto focus and perfect for blogging.
- Autofocus is good, sharpness is good.
- Build quality is perfect and autofocus works great.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm F2.8 Pro Zoom Lens
- It's sharp, and focusses quickly.
- Very sharp, bright, beautiful colour, very fast autofocus, nice bokeh when wide open.
- The focus ring is buttery smooth and quiet.
- I like it, very nice focus, and fast.
- Manual focus clutch is super convenient.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Olympus / Pentax / Panasonic
Olympus / Pentax / Panasonic
Sensor Type Compatibility
Four Thirds
Four Thirds
Lens Groups and Elements
15 Elements in 10 Groups
14 Elements in 11 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
7
7
Filter Diameter
67 millimeters
Extras
Weatherproof, Circular aperture, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Aspherical Lens
ZERO coating, Weatherproof, Dedicated Fn Button, MSC (Movie and Still Compatible)
What customers say about "Features"
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f/2.8-4 Asph. Zoom Lens
- Build quality is superb, weather sealed and no purple flaring.
- Great for landscape and architecture photography.
- Picture quality is excellent! Material is strong!
- The image is sharp and clear.
- Nice build quality, good value for money.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 7-14mm F2.8 Pro Zoom Lens
- Build quality on this lens is excellent.
- The build quality is superb with very tactile feedback from the controls.
- It is a really good lens. It gives good bokeh.
- It's built extremely well,very sharp throughout the range,and handles very well on my GH4.
- Really robust materials and visually fantastic.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
MSRP
1399.99 $
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