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Panasonic LUMIX S 24-105mm f/4 Macro O.I.S.
78 PixelMeter Score 12 reviews
Certified Keeper Highest score Panasonic Lumix S 24-60mm f/2.8
89 PixelMeter Score 17 reviews

Pros Pros
  • Capable macro-like close-focusing performance
  • Robust, weather-sealed build quality
  • Versatile zoom range and constant f/4 aperture
  • Effective optical image stabilization
  • Fast and quiet autofocus performance
 Pros
  • Excellent image quality and sharpness
  • Compact, lightweight, and portable design
  • Durable, weather-sealed construction
  • Fast, silent, and reliable autofocus
  • Affordable value for an f/2.8 zoom
Cons Cons
  • Optical imperfections including vignetting and edge softness
  • Limited light-gathering and depth of field control due to f/4 aperture
  • High price relative to competition
  • Substantial size and weight
  • Audible noise during operation
 Cons
  • Softness or light fall-off at corners and wide apertures
  • Manual focus ring feel and handling quirks
  • Lack of built-in optical image stabilization
  • Limited telephoto reach compared to standard zooms
  • Distortion and ghosting issues

Launch price Launch price $1,299 Launch price $899
Focal length & aperture Focal length & aperture 24-105mm f/4 Focal length & aperture 24-60mm f/2.8
Mount & coverage Mount & coverage L-Mount · Full-Frame Mount & coverage L-Mount · Full-Frame
Stabilization Stabilization Optical IS, 6 stops (CIPA) Stabilization None
Close focus Close focus 30 cm (0.5x) Close focus 19 cm (0.3x)
Filter thread Filter thread 77mm Filter thread 77mm
Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Linear motor Autofocus motor Dual Phase Linear Motor
Weight & size Weight & size 680g (1 lb 8 oz) · 84 x 118 mm (3.31 x 4.65 in) Weight & size 544g (1 lb 3.2 oz) · 84.07 x 99.82 mm (3.31 x 3.93 in)

Announcement date Announcement date September 25, 2018 Announcement date May 13, 2025
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $1,299 Launch MSRP $899
Lens mount Lens mount L-Mount Lens mount L-Mount
Image circle coverage Image circle coverage Full-Frame Image circle coverage Full-Frame
Lens type Lens type Zoom Lens type Zoom
Lens line / series Lens line / series — Lens line / series S Series

Elements Elements 16 Elements 14
Groups Groups 13 Groups 12
Special elements Special elements 2 aspherical ED, 2 aspherical, 1 UED, 2 ED Special elements 3 aspherical, 1 UED, 2 ED
Coatings Coatings — Coatings Fluorine coating
Front fluorine coating Front fluorine coating — Front fluorine coating Yes

Focal length (wide) Focal length (wide) 24mm Focal length (wide) 24mm
Focal length (tele) Focal length (tele) 105mm Focal length (tele) 60mm
Max aperture Max aperture f/4 Max aperture f/2.8
Minimum aperture Minimum aperture f/22 Minimum aperture f/22
Diaphragm blades Diaphragm blades 9 Diaphragm blades 9

Diagonal angle of view Diagonal angle of view 84° - 23° Diagonal angle of view 84° - 40°

Autofocus motor Autofocus motor Linear motor Autofocus motor Dual Phase Linear Motor
Minimum focus distance Minimum focus distance 30 cm Minimum focus distance 19 cm
Maximum magnification Maximum magnification 0.5x Maximum magnification 0.3x
Focus mechanism Focus mechanism Internal focus Focus mechanism Internal focus

Optical stabilization (OIS) Optical stabilization (OIS) Yes Optical stabilization (OIS) No
OIS rating OIS rating 6 stops OIS rating —

Weight Weight 680g (1 lb 8 oz) Weight 544g (1 lb 3.2 oz)
Maximum diameter Maximum diameter 84mm (3.31 in) Maximum diameter 84.07mm (3.31 in)
Length Length 118mm (4.65 in) Length 99.82mm (3.93 in)
Filter thread Filter thread 77mm Filter thread 77mm
Weather sealing Weather sealing None Weather sealing Full weather sealing
Internal zoom Internal zoom — Internal zoom No
Tripod collar Tripod collar — Tripod collar Not supported

AF/MF switch AF/MF switch — AF/MF switch Yes