Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/2.8 vs Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH.
Key Differences
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/2.8 has a better min focus distance (20 cm vs 90 cm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/2.8 has a better length (22mm vs 84.2mm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/2.8 has a better weight (71g (2.5 oz) vs 135g (4.8 oz)).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/2.8 has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. has a better max magnification (0.2x vs 0.1x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 17mm | 35-100mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 8 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 5 | 9 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 34-34mm | 70-200mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | DC | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 20 cm | 90 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 0.2x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $249 | $249 |
| Filter Size | 37mm | 46mm |
| Diameter | 57mm | 61.6mm |
| Length | 22mm | 84.2mm |
| Weight | 71g (2.5 oz) | 135g (4.8 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
