Nikon
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S — 70–200mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$2,599
Launch priceReleased Oct 2020
Panasonic
LUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S.
Leica L Mount
LUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S. — 100mm f/2.8 for Leica L, a popular choice in the panasonic lineup.
$999
Launch priceReleased Jun 2020
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S is 4 months newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Wins
LUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S.
4 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S. has higher Max magnification (1 × vs 0.25 ×)
- BLUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S. has lower Weight (740 g vs 1360 g)
- BLUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S. has lower Length (154 mm vs 240 mm)
- BLUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S. has lower Min focus distance (28 cm vs 38 cm)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
- ✓
Custom function button
Only NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S supports it
Reasons to choose the LUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S.
- ✓
Max magnification
1 × vs 0.25 × — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
740 g vs 1360 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
154 mm vs 240 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
OIS effectiveness
Both 5 stops
Diameter
Both 81 mm
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
LUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S.
Pros
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Leica L mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm F2.8 Macro O.I.S.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.