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Testing out my new Oly 45 1.8... I'm Astounded!

Started May 28, 2014 | Discussions thread
photohounds
photohounds Senior Member • Posts: 1,156
Re: In terms of IQ...
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The Zuiko is a bit more consistently sharp across the frame, the panny has a sweeter centre spot - these reviews are fairly representative of the ones I've read.

Zuiko 45 1.8
Panny 25 1.4

Overall I'd make that a draw (except on price/size and weight). You can also consider the Zuiko 25 1.8 AS WELL and have TWO compact, fast lenses for the a hundred or so bucks and only 50 grams more than one panny.
Balance two lenses versus one, against a THIRD of a stop as you see fit.
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The slower, heavier, bigger (but cheaper) Sigma 60/2.8? Again, I get the sense there's little difference when new. Slightly sweeter centre, worse edges. Longevity for off-brand lenses?

I've seen reviews that find fault with the 16 and 60mm AF and strange noises. Still, at $180 posted to AUS , it is almost "expendable", isn't it?

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Well designed gear performs better for longer than well marketed gear.
Odd that people complain a lens is not sharp enough,
and then proceed to make pics where 95% is OOF ..
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