Rokinon FE14M-C 14mm F2.8
Score: 71/100
Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Panasonic LUMIX G 25mm f/1.7 ASPH is an ultra-compact, fast-aperture prime that delivers sharp images and quiet autofocus. It lacks weather sealing, image stabilization, and its corner performance drops at the widest aperture. Ideal for street, portrait and low-light shooters who prioritize size and speed over ruggedness.
The Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 is an ultra-wide manual-focus prime for Canon EF offering a 115.7° field of view and a bright aperture in a lightweight package. Its lack of autofocus, filter thread, and weather sealing limit its use for fast or protected shooting. Best for landscape, architecture, and night-sky shooters on a budget.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
14 mm | 25 mmbest | |
2.8best | 1.7 | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.28 m | 0.25 mbest |
| ↓ lower better | 552 g | 125 gbest |
6 | 7best | |
14best | 8 | |
10best | 7 | |
— | 46 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Compatibility(1) | ||
Lens Mount | Canon EF | Micro Four Thirds |
Features(1) | ||
Autofocus Type | Manual | Stepping motor |
Optics(7) | ||
Focal Length (mm) | 14 mm | 25 mm |
Maximum Aperture (f‑stop) | 2.8 | 1.7 |
Minimum Focus Distance (m) | 0.28 m | 0.25 m |
Number of Optical Elements | 14 | 8 |
Number of Optical Groups | 10 | 7 |
Diaphragm Blades | 6 | 7 |
Coating | Super multi-layer (UMC) | None |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 552 g | 125 g |
Length (mm) | 96.01 mm | 52 mm |
Maximum Diameter (mm) | 87.12 mm | 60.8 mm |
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Professional editors and reviewers consistently praise the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 for its sharp, low-distortion rendering and bright aperture, noting that it rivals much more expensive lenses in image quality. They also commend the integrated hood and UMC coating for flare control, but caution that the manual-focus only design and lack of weather sealing limit its suitability for fast-action or harsh-environment work.
Everyday photographers love the dramatic ultra-wide perspective, edge-to-edge sharpness and affordable price, especially for landscapes, interiors and night-sky photography. Common frustrations revolve around manual focusing challenges, the inability to use screw-in filters, occasional shutter-lock quirks, and a perception of a plasticky build.
“stunning wide views”
“great for Milky Way shots”
“can't use CPL for landscapes”
Professional reviewers praise the lens for its delightfully lightweight and well-built feel, fast f/1.7 aperture, and quiet stepping-motor autofocus that suits both stills and video. They also note the high-quality aspherical/UHR optics that keep aberrations low. However, they criticize the lack of weather sealing, image stabilization, and the soft corner performance at the widest aperture, as well as the absence of a mechanical focus coupling.
Everyday users love how portable and light the lens feels, often describing it as "pancake-like" and "so light… not even perceive the extra weight." They appreciate the fast aperture for indoor and low-light shooting and the quiet AF for video. Common complaints focus on its fragility without weather sealing, occasional flare, and the inability to focus closely for macro work.
