Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8 vs Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8
Both are L-Mount primes for wide-angle and astrophotography — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8 | Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 24mm | 16mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | L-Mount | L-Mount |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 (16mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8 (24mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8 and the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8?
The Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8 is 24mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 is 16mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the L-Mount.
Do the Panasonic Lumix S 24mm f/1.8 and Viltrox AF 16mm 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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