Hey Shane, just wanted to tell you that you deserve more than 100 000 subscribers. As I was new to photography and videography last year (now I consider myself an advanced beginner) I have watched A LOT of UA-cam channels on the topics. Yours is one of the best. You provide just enough technical details and illustrate them with real world examples. The photo/video shoots you present are interesting and a potential buyer can get a lot of real world information of the product you are reviewing. Please keep going and I think there will be a moment where your subscribers will increase exponentially! A subscriber from Bulgaria.
@@GeekyNerdyTechy You deserve it Shane. My opinion is based on many, many of your videos I have seen. Thank you for making them! Even though I do not need this lens it was a pleasure watching it. I do have the 20-60 kit lens and the Leica Certified 24-70 f/2.8 But if I take a bigger interest in street photography and need a bigger zoom I might get it.
Nice lens. I have the 20-60mm which I and recommend by you and now I will add this to my Panasonic lumix S5IIX 😮😊. Thank you for another informative video. I love both music and photography channels you provide. I always learn something new
You headline is the perfect description for this lens. While camcorders may not provide the highest quality necessarily they provide so much flexibility. Thats what this lens is for.
Shane--great review. I loved traveling with an Olympus 14-150 m43 camera, with all its zoom aperture limitations. But now I have two S5iiX's and a Sigma 70-200 but miss the small size and light weight of a superzoom, so I have the Lumix S 28-200 S lens on order now that it is readily available in the US...and now that I've spent some quality time with the large and heavy f2.8 options!
Thanks, this lens was a lot of fun, I can highly recommend it based on the size to performance return. I totally agree about the 2.8 zooms, they are just way too big for me as well.
Ever since the first time to have a Panasonic GF3, I love the Panasonic M43 camera and shoot so many beautiful true color photo since I took every photo in manual white balance with Directivity White Balance Filter DCC40.
Id be tempted to trade in my 24-105 for this if it were more like $600 so that i could afford a 28-200 and a 50 1.8 combo. Still i think I'll save up a bit and get a 100-400 and make that my 2 lens combo. 24-400 just weighing quite a bit more.
This lens is a travel and street photographer's dream! And depending on the lighting it can be a suitable for event / wedding photography. Panasonic Lumix has been the best thing to happen for people like me that want Full Frame but don't want to pay 4000$+ (Or 6-7000$ with a lens) for a Sony or Canon option.
Yeah, you probably know better than Panasonic Lumix's marketing research team. This lens is for a very particular person and application. It is great for its intended purpose. @@kamikaze_1405
Great video as always. I recently picked up the S5IIX with the kit lens and wanting a zoom lens like this and a 50 Prime that will cover most of what I need for now :) This lens looks like its going to cover the zoom I want ( im sure that 70-300 is a lot more costly ). Now to decide on a Prime 50 im tossing up between the Panasonic or Sigma lens.
This zoom is so much fun mate, you'll dig it. I haven't used the sigma. but the 50mm is so good that I got a couple of them for my setup. I love the look of the 50mm it really pops! :)
I have a Panasonic S5iiX and have been trying to buy the 28x200 lens for several months. All the many camera stores across the US doesn't have it and tells me they have no idea when or if when they will have it for sale.
Shane - another excellent review, presented with your unrelenting energy. Most appreciated! One of the things you show here is that you don’t always need a 200mm f2.8 to get the right amount of bokeh… but a lake can be handy! 🤣👍.
Thanks, Gordon. It'd be a great match with the S9. It's pretty small considering the reach. The Hybrid zoom on the S9 would allow you to zoom in even further when shooting video. :)
Great review, you said some points that others did not cover like vlogging. Question that everyone does not cover is this lens have heavy correction in camera or in optics? I have the impression is that this small lenses are heavily software corrected in camera.
Thanks for the kind words. I am not sure how much of their lens design is corrected in camera, but it performed really well for most of my photo and video tests.
Would you use this lens for Astrophotography? my biggest headache with cameras right now is choosing between this lens and the upcoming Samyang 35-150mm F2.8 for Lmount. I have a few trips to Japan, Greece and Italy coming up and would love to just travel light, but I'm worried about this one's performance in low light
the sony rx10iv has better image quality than full frame cameras with approx 24-200mm zoom lens attached. has this lens managed to break that barrier and bring increased image quality?
Hi Shane, my only concern with the lens is the F/7.1 stop at the telephoto end, and I primarily film in concert venues with poor lighting. Is there another lens that is a a bit faster?
I'm sorry? F4-7.1? It doesnt look that much smaller than the tamron 28-200, and that is f2.8-5.6. Wtf, Panasonic? But getting OIS is a huge benefit. And still happy to see this focal length range being popularized. I have the Tamron version for my Sony, and it is an absolute beast considering it should be much worse as it is a super-zoom
Like you said, I think they made a trade of aperture for weight, OIS, focus breathing, and near focusing distance getting .5 macro at 28mm. I don't think in practice it will make a lot of difference not having 2.8 at 28mm for photos but it would definitely have been nice for video. Still I think I'll be sticking with my 24-105 as my travel lens though I'd definitely be curious to see a side by side comparison. Where I think this lens would really shine is for hiking
This is technically the smallest and lightest lens of it's type with a 7x optical zoom. It could be similar to other models but the OIS and Macro capability is pretty cool. :)@@karikaru
I don't get it. Everyone says nice for traveling but you travel to places that include inside shots let's say cathedrals, or under bridges pr other challenging situation. All part of a travel. Unless people say I go for a safari there will be plenty of sun no indoor use so yeah let's grab a 7.1 aperture at long edge. I really don't get it. There's is a reason why lower apertures come at a price. It's ok as long there is sufficient light you don't shot night street photography. It's also part of a trip. And a usual part of a trip. Shooting city lights.
Hey Shane, just wanted to tell you that you deserve more than 100 000 subscribers.
As I was new to photography and videography last year (now I consider myself an advanced beginner) I have watched A LOT of UA-cam channels on the topics.
Yours is one of the best.
You provide just enough technical details and illustrate them with real world examples.
The photo/video shoots you present are interesting and a potential buyer can get a lot of real world information of the product you are reviewing.
Please keep going and I think there will be a moment where your subscribers will increase exponentially!
A subscriber from Bulgaria.
Thanks for the kind words. 🙏 I wanted to showcase the gear in a way that makes sense to everyone. I really appreciate the kind words thanks again 😊👍
@@GeekyNerdyTechy You deserve it Shane.
My opinion is based on many, many of your videos I have seen.
Thank you for making them!
Even though I do not need this lens it was a pleasure watching it.
I do have the 20-60 kit lens and the Leica Certified 24-70 f/2.8
But if I take a bigger interest in street photography and need a bigger zoom I might get it.
I'd like to see a comparison video 24-105 vs 28-200mm to know which lens is more versatile
Nice lens. I have the 20-60mm which I and recommend by you and now I will add this to my Panasonic lumix S5IIX 😮😊. Thank you for another informative video. I love both music and photography channels you provide. I always learn something new
Thanks, for the kind words Cathy!
You headline is the perfect description for this lens. While camcorders may not provide the highest quality necessarily they provide so much flexibility. Thats what this lens is for.
Thanks! Yeah it's a total camcorder focal range. :)
Nice review Shane! Love the flow of your review, flow smoothly from one topic to another ❤
Richard! Thanks man. I love your videos. I've been subbed for years from my guitar channel account. Great work mate.
@@GeekyNerdyTechy man of many talents!!! 💪💪💪
Great lens for travelling and walk around.
100% - it's such a great all-in-one lens. Thanks for watching.
Shane--great review. I loved traveling with an Olympus 14-150 m43 camera, with all its zoom aperture limitations. But now I have two S5iiX's and a Sigma 70-200 but miss the small size and light weight of a superzoom, so I have the Lumix S 28-200 S lens on order now that it is readily available in the US...and now that I've spent some quality time with the large and heavy f2.8 options!
Thanks, this lens was a lot of fun, I can highly recommend it based on the size to performance return. I totally agree about the 2.8 zooms, they are just way too big for me as well.
Ever since the first time to have a Panasonic GF3, I love the Panasonic M43 camera and shoot so many beautiful true color photo since I took every photo in manual white balance with Directivity White Balance Filter DCC40.
Id be tempted to trade in my 24-105 for this if it were more like $600 so that i could afford a 28-200 and a 50 1.8 combo. Still i think I'll save up a bit and get a 100-400 and make that my 2 lens combo. 24-400 just weighing quite a bit more.
Allways nice to have a cute model on tap for photo practice 😉
This lens is a travel and street photographer's dream!
And depending on the lighting it can be a suitable for event / wedding photography.
Panasonic Lumix has been the best thing to happen for people like me that want Full Frame but don't want to pay 4000$+ (Or 6-7000$ with a lens) for a Sony or Canon option.
this lens is a trash
Yeah, you probably know better than Panasonic Lumix's marketing research team.
This lens is for a very particular person and application.
It is great for its intended purpose.
@@kamikaze_1405
@@kamikaze_1405😂
Great video as always. I recently picked up the S5IIX with the kit lens and wanting a zoom lens like this and a 50 Prime that will cover most of what I need for now :) This lens looks like its going to cover the zoom I want ( im sure that 70-300 is a lot more costly ). Now to decide on a Prime 50 im tossing up between the Panasonic or Sigma lens.
This zoom is so much fun mate, you'll dig it. I haven't used the sigma. but the 50mm is so good that I got a couple of them for my setup. I love the look of the 50mm it really pops! :)
I have a Panasonic S5iiX and have been trying to buy
the 28x200 lens for several months. All the many camera
stores across the US doesn't have it and tells me they have
no idea when or if when they will have it for sale.
Great informative video, smashing watch, thank you 👍🏼😀
Shane - another excellent review, presented with your unrelenting energy. Most appreciated!
One of the things you show here is that you don’t always need a 200mm f2.8 to get the right amount of bokeh… but a lake can be handy! 🤣👍.
Thanks Shane…great review as always! How would this pair with the S9?
Thanks, Gordon. It'd be a great match with the S9. It's pretty small considering the reach. The Hybrid zoom on the S9 would allow you to zoom in even further when shooting video. :)
I’m coming from a Lumix FZ1000 to Lumix S5 with 50mm and I miss zooming in lol I think this is the right next lens for me thanks
The best lens for me
Can we have a comparison video of this 28-200 vs 24-105
I'll see what I can do :-)
Would this lens be good for group pictures? Like wedding group pictures?
-10C must be exciting news for Aussie :D
🤣 haha especially this time of year. Some of those samples were shot in 36c ☀️
First! woohoo. Excited to try this lens!
It's a really fun lens to use and very versatile! :-)
How does it compare to the Lumix S 24-105 f/4, in terms of color and sharpness, primarily for daylight landscapes?
That's one lens I haven't tried sadly. I will see if I can get my hands on it as a loaner.
Great review, you said some points that others did not cover like vlogging. Question that everyone does not cover is this lens have heavy correction in camera or in optics? I have the impression is that this small lenses are heavily software corrected in camera.
Thanks for the kind words. I am not sure how much of their lens design is corrected in camera, but it performed really well for most of my photo and video tests.
I wish it was internal zoom with power zoom. I really wish ALL zoom lenses were internal zoom with power zoom.
Would you use this lens for Astrophotography? my biggest headache with cameras right now is choosing between this lens and the upcoming Samyang 35-150mm F2.8 for Lmount. I have a few trips to Japan, Greece and Italy coming up and would love to just travel light, but I'm worried about this one's performance in low light
I think most people that shoot that sort of stuff use wide-angle prime lenses. Check into the Panasonic 18mm F1.8 prime.
x1500 Panasonic's camcoder - 24-600mm zoom, *motorized zoom* ...As any camcoders have motorized zoom.
No kidding.
How is the low light perform?
the sony rx10iv has better image quality than full frame cameras with approx 24-200mm zoom lens attached. has this lens managed to break that barrier and bring increased image quality?
Hi Shane, my only concern with the lens is the F/7.1 stop at the telephoto end, and I primarily film in concert venues with poor lighting. Is there another lens that is a a bit faster?
You might want to look into their 24-105mm F4 lens
@@GeekyNerdyTechy okay thanks.
@@GeekyNerdyTechy Or the upcoming Samyang 35-150mm F2-2.8
I'm sorry? F4-7.1? It doesnt look that much smaller than the tamron 28-200, and that is f2.8-5.6. Wtf, Panasonic?
But getting OIS is a huge benefit. And still happy to see this focal length range being popularized. I have the Tamron version for my Sony, and it is an absolute beast considering it should be much worse as it is a super-zoom
Like you said, I think they made a trade of aperture for weight, OIS, focus breathing, and near focusing distance getting .5 macro at 28mm. I don't think in practice it will make a lot of difference not having 2.8 at 28mm for photos but it would definitely have been nice for video. Still I think I'll be sticking with my 24-105 as my travel lens though I'd definitely be curious to see a side by side comparison. Where I think this lens would really shine is for hiking
This is technically the smallest and lightest lens of it's type with a 7x optical zoom. It could be similar to other models but the OIS and Macro capability is pretty cool. :)@@karikaru
MFT getting 12-100mm F4, it hurts
On what camera and lens did you record this talking head video? looks nice
Panasonic S5II (all three angles) 😊👍
Sup Shane!
Hi Rob!
I don't get it. Everyone says nice for traveling but you travel to places that include inside shots let's say cathedrals, or under bridges pr other challenging situation. All part of a travel. Unless people say I go for a safari there will be plenty of sun no indoor use so yeah let's grab a 7.1 aperture at long edge. I really don't get it. There's is a reason why lower apertures come at a price. It's ok as long there is sufficient light you don't shot night street photography. It's also part of a trip. And a usual part of a trip. Shooting city lights.
Then I suspect you need a heavier and bigger lens…or carry a small fast prime too.
Take Vivo x200 Pro to take care the rest😂