Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. § 03 Head to head
Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. vs Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN
Panasonic 30mm f/2.8 focuses 20 cm closer. Sigma 30mm f/2.8 is 45 g lighter.
Both lenses are made for the Micro Four Thirds mount: the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. is a 30mm f/2.8 prime, and the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN is a 30mm f/2.8 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 3 advantages each.
Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. 
Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN 01
Key differences
Why is the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. better than the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN?
- Focuses 20 cm closer (0.1 m vs 0.3 m)
- Has optical image stabilization
- Newer design (2015 vs 2012)
Why is the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN better than the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S.?
- 45 g lighter (135 g vs 180 g)
- 25 mm shorter (38.6 mm vs 63.5 mm long)
- Covers a larger sensor format (APS-C vs Micro Four Thirds)
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Which should you buy?
- macro For macro photography, the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. has the edge: it focuses closer, down to 0.1 m.
- street For street photography, the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN has the edge: it is 45 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN has the edge: it is 45 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. | Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 30mm | 30mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Micro Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Weight | 180 g (6.35 oz) | 135 g (4.76 oz) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 58.8 x 63.5 mm | 60.6 x 38.6 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.1 m (3.94 inches) ◆ | 0.3 m (11.81 inches) |
| Image stabilization | Yes ◆ | No |
| Weather sealing | No | — |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 7 | 7 |
| Optical construction | 9 elements / 9 groups | 7 elements / 5 groups |
| Filter size | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E |
| Released | 2015 | 2012 |
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Size
- A · Panasonic
- B · Sigma
- 63.5 × 58.8 mm
- 38.6 × 60.6 mm
The Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. is 25 mm longer and 45 g heavier than the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN.
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Sample frames
Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S.
Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. or the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN?
- The Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN weighs 135 g, 45 g less than the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. (180 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. or the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN?
- The Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. focuses down to 0.1 m, against 0.3 m for the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN.
- Do the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. and the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN have image stabilization?
- Only the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. has optical image stabilization.
- Is the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. or the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN better for macro photography?
- For macro photography, the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. has the edge: it focuses closer, down to 0.1 m.
- Is the Panasonic G Macro 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. or the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Sigma 30 mm f/2.8 EX DN has the edge: it is 45 g lighter to carry.
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