Lens Comparison
OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm f/1.8 vs Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 8-18mm f/2.8-4
Key Differences
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 8-18mm f/2.8-4 has a better min focus distance (23 cm vs 84 cm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm f/1.8 has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/2.8).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm f/1.8 has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm f/1.8 has a better length (69.2mm vs 88mm).
- OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm f/1.8 has a better price (msrp) ($899 vs $999).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 75mm | 8-18mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 10 | 15 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 12 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 150-150mm | 16-36mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 84 cm | 23 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 0.1x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $899 | $999 |
| Filter Size | 58mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 64mm | 73.6mm |
| Length | 69.2mm | 88mm |
| Weight | 305g (10.8 oz) | 315g (11.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
