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Anyone having this lens, thinking I need this as a travel lens despite its size! Thanks
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Re: Olympus 12-40mm
Despite its size????? It is not exactly large! The 12-50 would be a more versatile (and smaller/lighter) travel lens especially when paired with the 40-150 (not the new one!). Not sure if many around here would part with theirs though................Originally posted by MrMagica View PostDave
E-M1 Mk2, Pen F, HLD-9, 17, 25, 45, 60 macro, 12-40 Pro, 40-150 Pro, 12-50, 40-150, 75-300, MC-14, MMF-3 (all micro 4/3rds), 7-14 (4/3rds), 50, 135 (OM), GoPro Hero 3, Novo/Giottos/ Manfrotto supports. Lowepro, Tamrac, Manfrotto, and Billingham bags.
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Re: Olympus 12-40mm
How would the 12-50mm be more versatile? It's not exactly small either (for a m43). I actually have one I use underwater but it's not a lens I ever liked really, hence wanting something sharper, and faster that I actually want to use....Originally posted by benvendetta View PostComment
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I would always choose my 12-40 over my 12-50 but the latter is slightly longer in FL and it has a macro function. Lighter too but worse IQ. Good for video if you are into that sort of thing. Good luck with the search.Dave
E-M1 Mk2, Pen F, HLD-9, 17, 25, 45, 60 macro, 12-40 Pro, 40-150 Pro, 12-50, 40-150, 75-300, MC-14, MMF-3 (all micro 4/3rds), 7-14 (4/3rds), 50, 135 (OM), GoPro Hero 3, Novo/Giottos/ Manfrotto supports. Lowepro, Tamrac, Manfrotto, and Billingham bags.
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Re: Olympus 12-40mm
Hi there everyone!
One advantage of the 12-50 over the 12-40 is the electric zoom function - which works when you are using the wi-fi app on a phone or tablet. So you can leave your camera on a tripod or table and zoom in or out remotely from somewhere warmer!
Cheers,
Ralph.Comment
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ha nice idea but I will be in the tropics! Anyway I'm really hoping to get away from my 12-50mm as I was never keen on that lens, unless I was forced to use it!Comment
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Re: Olympus 12-40mm
The 12-40 is a superb lens but, because of the build quality, bulkier and heavier than its 12-50 cousin. However, it's a nicer lens all round.Stephen
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There is no way I am parting with mine so go and find one of your own!
I bought my 12 ~ 40 from Carmarthen Cameras (following a heads up here), as their prices are always keen.---------------
Naughty Nigel
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Have you thought about the Panasonic 12-35mm instead? I find it a very nice light lens. Mind you I have to confess I'm thinking I might have to let it go for the new 40-150mm once I have a chance to try one out, and determine if it will be too heavy for me!Comment
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I've considered - all in all I'd ideally take the olympus for the slight extra reach - however I would take the panasonic if the price was good. Saying that they all seem so popular they sell used as much as new!
If I don't find one, I won't take the 12-50mm away on travels, but rather the 12-32mm. Smaller and sharper.Comment
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I have a 12-40 I am thinking of selling and I sent you a PM yesterday evening. Did you get it? If not I will send it again.Comment
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Dave
E-M1 Mk2, Pen F, HLD-9, 17, 25, 45, 60 macro, 12-40 Pro, 40-150 Pro, 12-50, 40-150, 75-300, MC-14, MMF-3 (all micro 4/3rds), 7-14 (4/3rds), 50, 135 (OM), GoPro Hero 3, Novo/Giottos/ Manfrotto supports. Lowepro, Tamrac, Manfrotto, and Billingham bags.
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John
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John
"A hundredth of a second here, a hundredth of a second there � even if you put them end to end, they still only add up to one, two, perhaps three seconds, snatched from eternity." ~ Robert Doisneau
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