Street Photography: Olympus 17mm F1.8 or Panasonic 25mm F1.4 ?

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reygon
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Re: Street Photography: Olympus 17mm F1.8 or Panasonic 25mm F1.4 ?
In reply to Valterj, 3 months ago

Valterj wrote:

Which lens to choose, price is about the same.

Panasonic 25mm : 449,88 €

Olympus 17mm F1.8 : 467,21 €

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Depends on your priority - street buildings and architecture or people. if the first then the 17mm or wider. For people then 45mm or 75mm. I like the 75mm because it's non intrusive.

the 12-35mm f2.8 Pana will provide flexibility if budget is not an issue. Have fun with your choice

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