Panasonic LUMIX 45-150mm
Score: 79/100
Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 Contemporary delivers outstanding sharpness and a very fast aperture in a weather-sealed, compact package, making it a strong choice for APS-C shooters. Its lack of stabilization and some barrel distortion are the primary compromises.
The Panasonic 45-150 mm f/4-5.6 is a ultra-compact telephoto zoom that delivers solid central sharpness, effective optical stabilization, and quiet autofocus, making it ideal for travel and video. Its plastic build, lack of weather sealing, and soft corners at full zoom keep it in the budget-friendly tier.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 45 mm | 16 mmbest |
150 mmbest | 16 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 f | 1.4 fbest |
| ↓ lower better | 318 gbest | 405 g |
| ↓ lower better | 102 mm | 91.44 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 90 cm | 25 cmbest |
0.17 xbest | 0.101 x | |
— | 48 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Image Stabilization | true | false |
Mount & Compatibility(2) | ||
Mount Type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E-mount |
Autofocus Motor Type | Stepping Motor | Stepping motor |
Optical(6) | ||
Focal Length (Min) (mm) | 45 mm | 16 mm |
Focal Length (Max) (mm) | 150 mm | 16 mm |
Maximum Aperture (f-number) (f) | 4.0 f | 1.4 f |
Minimum Focus Distance (cm) | 90 cm | 25 cm |
Maximum Magnification Ratio (x) | 0.17 x | 0.101 x |
Coating Type | Multi-coated | Sigma Super Multi-Layer Coating |
Build & Durability(1) | ||
Weather Sealing | false | true |
Physical(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 318 g | 405 g |
Length (mm) | 102 mm | 91.44 mm |
Filter Thread Diameter (mm) | 52 mm | 67 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the lens for its ultra-compact footprint, effective MEGA O.I.S., and solid central sharpness, while noting softened corners at the telephoto extreme and a basic build compared to higher-end alternatives.
Everyday users love the lens's portability, stabilization, and price-to-performance ratio, but complain about a stiff zoom ring, corner softness at full zoom, and the all-plastic construction.
“"barely noticeable" - Adorama user review (4/5)”
“"worth every penny" - Adorama user review (4/5)”
“"sharp handheld shots even at 150 mm with slow shutter speeds" - Adorama user review (4/5)”
Professional reviewers rate the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 highly, giving it 9/10 from PC Magazine and 8/10 from Photography Blog. They commend its tack-sharp resolution at the maximum aperture, robust weather-sealed build, and fast, quiet AF, while noting barrel distortion and the absence of stabilization as the main compromises.
Everyday users consistently praise the lens for its sharpness, low-light capability, silent autofocus, and solid build quality. Common complaints revolve around front-heavy balance on small bodies, barrel distortion that needs correction, and the deep hood casting shadows.
