Lens Comparison
Panasonic LUMIX G MACRO 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. vs Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S.
Key Differences
- Panasonic LUMIX G MACRO 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. has a better max magnification (1x vs 0.3x).
- Panasonic LUMIX G MACRO 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. has a better min focus distance (15 cm vs 20 cm).
- Panasonic LUMIX G MACRO 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/3.5).
- Panasonic LUMIX G MACRO 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. has a better weight (186g (6.6 oz) vs 210g (7.4 oz)).
- Panasonic LUMIX G MACRO 30mm f/2.8 ASPH. has a better length (63.5mm vs 71mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 30mm | 12-60mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 10 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 12 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| 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 | 60-60mm | 24-120mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 15 cm | 20 cm |
| Max Magnification | 1x | 0.3x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $399 | $399 |
| Filter Size | 46mm | 58mm |
| Diameter | 63.5mm | 63mm |
| Length | 63.5mm | 71mm |
| Weight | 186g (6.6 oz) | 210g (7.4 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
