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Crazy to sell the Olympus 12-40mm?!

Started May 6, 2015 | Discussions thread
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Re: Crazy to sell the Olympus 12-40mm?!
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OrdinarilyInordinate wrote:

I don't think it's crazy.  The Panasonic 12-35mm f/2.8 is a lighter alternative with OIS that you could look into as a replacement if you want a similar lens.  It's got better colors and contrast than the Olympus 12-40mm.  The two lenses have their own strengths and weaknesses, but if you want smaller and lighter and more compatible with Panasonic bodies, I'd go with the 12-35mm.

Other than that, if you are happy with your primes and other zoom lenses, there's certainly no NEED for another lens--it's all about your personal use habits and preferences.  That's why it's great that the micro four thirds system has so many lens options!  Something for everyone.

I saw the two Olympus 2.8 zooms live for the first time the other day. I would not swap them for my two Lumix 2.8 lenses as the Olympus lenses are too big for my tastes. You lose all the advantages of M43.

Panasonic were far more intelligent in their design choices, less range, but two very compact lenses.

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