In this review, we'll compare the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II OIS for the MFT with the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 O.I.S for the MFT, both SuperZoom lenses designed by Panasonic. Both lenses have the same focal range of 14-140mm but different max apertures: Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II OIS has a max aperture of F3.5-5.6 while the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 O.I.S has a max aperture of F3.5 - F5.6.
We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two lenses. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.
What type of photography are the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II OIS and Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 O.I.S lenses good for?
The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II OIS and the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 O.I.S for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Photography Type |
Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II OIS |
Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 O.I.S |
Bird/Wildlife | Average | Average |
Sports | Average | Average |
Portrait | Good | Good |
Travel | Excellent | Excellent |
Street | Good | Good |
Wedding | Good | Good |
Walk Around | Very Good | Very Good |
Vlogging | Good | Good |
Landscape | Good | Good |
Macro | Good | Average |
Size and Weight Comparison
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the SuperZoom Lenses in Micro Four Thirds Mount for size comparison purposes.
Superzoom Lenses in Micro Four Thirds Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II OIS and the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 O.I.S have the same Filter thread size of 58mm.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II OIS and the Panasonic 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 O.I.S has the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Micro Four Thirds lenses are OM System OM-1 II, Panasonic G9 II and OM System OM-5.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
14-140mm and the fastest aperture of
F3.5-5.6.