Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 vs Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH
Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 has more in its favour on paper. The Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH gathers more light for low light and background blur; the Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 for
- less weight (350g vs 835g)
- a lower price (about £170 vs £1,080)
- a wider starting focal length (20mm vs 24mm)
Choose the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/2.8, about 0.6 stops more light)
- more reach (70mm vs 60mm)
- a constant aperture through the zoom range
| Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 | Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Panasonic | Leica |
| Focal length | 20-60mm | 24-70mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 350 g | 835 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 67mm | 82mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £499 | £2,450 |
| Used at MPB (L-Mount) | £164–£174 | £934–£1,219 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 better than the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH?
The Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 offers less weight (350g vs 835g), a lower price (about £170 vs £1,080), a wider starting focal length (20mm vs 24mm); the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/2.8, about 0.6 stops more light), more reach (70mm vs 60mm), a constant aperture through the zoom range.
Which is better value, the Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 or the Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH?
On L-Mount, the Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 costs about £170 against about £1,080 for the Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/2.8 worth it over f/3.5?
f/2.8 gathers about 0.6 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for L-Mount.