The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 and the Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 is the longer of the two lenses at 118mm. The Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 with a length of 100mm, is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, the Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3's 77mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 and Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 and the Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 Size and Weight 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. Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 weighs 540g, which means it is 4g (0%) lighter than the Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 which has a weight of 544g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 has the Leica L lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 20-200mm F3.5-6.3 has a focal range of 20-200mm and
10.0X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
30 - 300mm .
On the other hand, the Panasonic S 24-60mm F2.8 has a focal range of 24-60mm and 2.5X zoom ratio .
