Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro vs Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8
Both are L-Mount primes for portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro | Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 100mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
Which should you buy?
- the Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 (85mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro (100mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Check the Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro and the Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8?
The Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro is 100mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 is 85mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the L-Mount.
Which is better in low light, the Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro or the Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8?
The Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro and Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are L-Mount lenses, so they fit Panasonic Lumix S, Leica SL, and Sigma fp full-frame bodies (the L-Mount Alliance).
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