Panasonic 12-32 on Olympus E-PM2

dgbaldwin wrote:

I have an Olympus E-PM2, and have been using the Sigma 19mm and 30mm primes. I've been happy with the results, but they aren't that small and I have to carry them both around. How happy would I be with the Panasonic 12-32mm "kit" lens? I realize the low light performance isn't as good, but how is it aside from that? It would be nice to be able to go a bit wider, and I wouldn't mind carrying a smaller camera.

Thanks in advance for your advice!

-David

It is a sad thing to see you, David, ask a question and the general thrust of the thread goes in a direction that would discourage an average person from a purchase. I know everyone here is trying to help in their own way, but I cannot get over just how negative so many threads go.

As Ben Herrmann said, the lens is probably the best kit zoom in m4/3 and among the best anywhere. I believe it would be a fine addition to your E-PM2.

Now, if you want a small camera with a really fine and fast zoom, take a look at the Lumix LX-100. Yes, I know, $800 USD.

Jim Pilcher
Summit County, Colorado, USA

Actually I'm thrilled to get all the information. It looks like it wouldn't be a problem outside during the day, when I generally shoot at higher shutter speeds anyway. I'm really curious to know how it compares with my two Sigma lenses (19 & 30mm). I would be selling them to get the 12-32 instead since it covers the focal lengths of both Rhodes lenses.

Now I'm sort of wishing I had a GM1 with its electronic shutter and minuscule size.

Thanks everyone and I'm looking forward to more comments and debate. I'm learning a lot.