Lens Comparison
Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 8-18mm f/2.8-4 vs Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 7-14mm f/4 ASPH
Key Differences
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 8-18mm f/2.8-4 has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/4).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 7-14mm f/4 ASPH has a better price (msrp) ($899 vs $999).
- Panasonic LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 8-18mm f/2.8-4 has a better min focus distance (23 cm vs 25 cm).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 7-14mm f/4 ASPH has a better length (83mm vs 88mm).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 7-14mm f/4 ASPH has a better weight (300g (10.6 oz) vs 315g (11.1 oz)).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 8-18mm | 7-14mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 15 | 16 |
| Optical Groups | 12 | 15 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 16-36mm | 14-28mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 23 cm | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 0.08x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $999 | $899 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | − |
| Diameter | 73.6mm | 83.4mm |
| Length | 88mm | 83mm |
| Weight | 315g (11.1 oz) | 300g (10.6 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
