Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. vs Panasonic LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 45-175mm f/4-5.6

Key Differences

  • Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. has a better min focus distance (20 cm vs 90 cm).
  • Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. has a better length (71mm vs 90.4mm).
  • Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. has a better max magnification (0.3x vs 0.17x).
  • Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. has a better maximum aperture (f/3.5 vs f/4).
Product
Optical Design
Focal Length12-60mm45-175mm
Lens TypeZoomZoom
Optical Elements1414
Optical Groups1210
Aperture & Iris
Maximum Aperturef/3.5f/4
Minimum Aperturef/22f/22
Aperture Blades77
Rounded ApertureNoNo
Coverage & Angle
Format CoverageMicro Four ThirdsMicro Four Thirds
Lens MountMicro Four ThirdsMicro Four Thirds
Angle of View
35mm Equivalent24-120mm90-350mm
Focus
AutofocusYesYes
Focus MotorSteppingStepping
Focus LimiterNoNo
AF/MF SwitchNoNo
Min Focus Distance20 cm90 cm
Max Magnification0.3x0.17x
Stabilization & Video
Optical StabilizationYesNo
Aperture RingNoNo
Declickable ApertureNoNo
ParfocalNoNo
Internal ZoomNoYes
General
Price (MSRP)$399$399
Filter Size58mm52mm
Diameter63mm61.6mm
Length71mm90.4mm
Weight210g (7.4 oz)210g (7.4 oz)
Weather SealedNoNo
Tripod CollarNoNo