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Panasonic AF 12-35/2.8 G worth it?

Started Apr 17, 2015 | Discussions thread
Mingjai
Mingjai Senior Member • Posts: 1,430
Re: Panasonic AF 12-35/2.8 G worth it?
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Skarstrom wrote:

When I used Nikon DX the Sigma 17-50 f2.8 was my go-to lens that normally was mounted on my camera. m43 is blessed with the Panasonic AF 12-35/2.8 G but I have never tried it.

It is quite expensive so I wonder what your experience with this lens is and if the high cost is worth it? My other option is to buy the Panasonic 14-45 again and use it along with PanaLeica 25 mm.

I can't speak directly to the 12-35mm (though the 35-100mm/2.8 is excellent), but if you were to decide for the budget zoom, I'd recommend the Panasonic 14-42mm II. I've used it and the 14-45mm, and like many others, I've found their output to be indistinguishable. The 14-42mm II is much more compact and is better for video compared to the 14-45mm.

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