Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 vs Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6
Both are Micro Four Thirds mount zooms for everyday and travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 | Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 12-60mm | 12-60mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-4 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Which should you buy?
- the Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 opens wider (f/2.8-4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
Where to buy
Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4See price on Amazon
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 and the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6?
The Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 is 12-60mm f/2.8-4 zoom, Micro Four Thirds; the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 is 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom, Micro Four Thirds. Both fit the Micro Four Thirds mount.
Which is better in low light, the Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 or the Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6?
The Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 — its f/2.8-4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/3.5-5.6 of the other.
Do the Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 and Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm f/3.5-5.6 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Micro Four Thirds mount lenses, so they fit OM System (Olympus) and Panasonic Lumix G Micro Four Thirds bodies.
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