Inspiring next lens (for trip to Vietnam)

hoosh wrote:

Hi all,

Looking for inspiration from a next lens.

About me: I like primes generally but also like the look of the two Panasonic zooms. I have a GX1 and a 14 and 25. I often end up using the 25 because the results are often so pleasing. It's inspiring.

I suppose the main contenders are the Olympus 12 or 45 lenses. The 17 too but I'd end up using it just like my 25 and would often just use the 25.

Some context is:

a) I like the 14 but find it a little pedestrian. It just doesn't inspire me. I wouldn't get the 12 if it didn't change that. But I remember the FOV of my old LX3 and the amazing shots it could so easily take in 16:9.

b) Going to Vietnam for a week for Chinese New Year. Mix of city and beach.

c) I love both portraits (candid) and landscapes and have a long way to go in developing each (particularly intimidated by landscapes).

d) I'll probably end up with both but like to dose out the fun and learn bit by bit.

Thoughts?

Hoosh