Lens Comparison
Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH. vs Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH.
Key Differences
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH. has a better min focus distance (20 cm vs 90 cm).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH. has a better length (58.8mm vs 84.2mm).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. has a better weight (135g (4.8 oz) vs 175g (6.2 oz)).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II ASPH. has a better maximum aperture (f/3.5 vs f/4).
- Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm f/4-5.6 ASPH. has a better max magnification (0.2x vs 0.17x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 14-42mm | 35-100mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 12 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 9 | 9 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 | 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 | 28-84mm | 70-200mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 20 cm | 90 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 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 | 46mm | 46mm |
| Diameter | 60.6mm | 61.6mm |
| Length | 58.8mm | 84.2mm |
| Weight | 175g (6.2 oz) | 135g (4.8 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
