Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. vs Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount)
The bottom line
Similar coverage, different speed: the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount) opens to f/1.8 versus the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S.'s f/4 — more light and shallower background blur. The Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. gives that up to stay lighter (680g (1.50 lb)). It comes down to how much you value that extra brightness.
Choose the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. if…
- ✓You need more reach — it goes to 105mm vs 45mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport.
- ✓You shoot handheld or on an unstabilised body — it has optical stabilisation, the other doesn't.
- ✓You value portability — at 680g (1.50 lb) it's lighter than the 1020g (2.25 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.
- ✓You like close-focus work — 0.5x magnification vs 0.26x.
Choose the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount) if…
- ✓You want more light and background blur — f/1.8 is faster than f/4, better for low light and subject separation.
Where they differ
- ›Aperture: the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount) opens to f/1.8 vs the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S.'s f/4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
- ›Focal range: Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. is 24-105mm, Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount) is 28-45mm — different framing and reach.
- ›Stabilisation: only the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. has optical stabilisation — steadier handheld shots, especially on bodies without IBIS.
- ›Close-up: the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. reaches 0.5x magnification vs 0.26x — more for close-up and macro work.
- ›Weight: the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. is 680g (1.50 lb) vs 1020g (2.25 lb) — you'll feel the difference handheld.
Frequently asked
Is the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. or the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount) better?
Similar coverage, different speed: the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount) opens to f/1.8 versus the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S.'s f/4 — more light and shallower background blur. The Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. gives that up to stay lighter (680g (1.50 lb)). It comes down to how much you value that extra brightness.
Who should choose the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S.?
Choose the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. if you need more reach — it goes to 105mm vs 45mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport. Choose it if you shoot handheld or on an unstabilised body — it has optical stabilisation, the other doesn't. Choose it if you value portability — at 680g (1.50 lb) it's lighter than the 1020g (2.25 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry. Choose it if you like close-focus work — 0.5x magnification vs 0.26x.
Who should choose the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount)?
Choose the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount) if you want more light and background blur — f/1.8 is faster than f/4, better for low light and subject separation.
What is the main difference between the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S. and the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount)?
Aperture: the Sigma 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art (L-mount) opens to f/1.8 vs the Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 MACRO O.I.S.'s f/4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 24-105mm | 28-45mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 16 | 18 |
| Optical Groups | 14 | 15 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
| Angle of View | 84° – 23° | 75° – 51° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 30 cm | 20 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x | 0.26x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,099 | $1,099 |
| Filter Size | 77mm | 82mm |
| Diameter | 84mm | 92mm |
| Length | 118mm | 149.2mm |
| Weight | 680g (1.50 lb) | 1020g (2.25 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
