Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH vs Panasonic Lumix S Pro 24-70mm F2.8
L-Mount
Both are standard zooms for L-mount full frame with 82 mm filters, but with a different concept. The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH (2015) covers 24 to 90 mm and has optical stabilization, with the maximum aperture moving from f/2.8 to f/4. It weighs 1140 g. The Lumix S Pro 24-70mm f/2.8 (August 2019) holds f/2.8 throughout, has a focus clutch and a dust- and splash-resistant build. It has no stabilization and weighs 935 g.
So the Leica offers more reach and stabilization, the Lumix constant light and less weight.
Which one suits whom?
- Leica 24-90mm: You want 90 mm of reach and stabilization in the lens, for reportage and travel for example.
- Lumix S Pro 24-70mm: You want constant f/2.8 and a lighter lens.
Key differences
- Focal length: 24-90 mm on the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH, 24-70 mm on the Panasonic Lumix S Pro 24-70mm F2.8.
- The Panasonic Lumix S Pro 24-70mm F2.8 is 205 g lighter (935 g vs 1,140 g).
- Only the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH has optical image stabilization.
- The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH focuses closer: from 30 cm instead of 37 cm.
Specs side by side
The key specs of both lenses side by side.
| Lens | Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH | Panasonic Lumix S Pro 24-70mm F2.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24-90 mm | 24-70 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/2.8-4 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 1,140 g | 935 g |
| Filter diameter | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 30 cm | 37 cm |
| Length | 138 mm | 140 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | yes |
| Image stabilization | yes | no |
Size comparison
- Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH: 138 × 88 mm
- Panasonic Lumix S Pro 24-70mm F2.8: 140 × 91 mm
Side view to the same scale, length × diameter (without lens hood).