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Is the Panny 14-140 worth $150 more than the Oly 14-150?

Started Dec 5, 2015 | Discussions thread
Pat Whittingham
Pat Whittingham Regular Member • Posts: 228
Re: Is the Panny 14-140 worth $150 more than the Oly 14-150?
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I apologize that I didn't have time to read the extensive responses above. But as I have owned both Olympus 14-150 lenses and both 14-140 Panasonic lenses I wanted to give you my take.

First I think it depends on the camera. I have owned a GX7 and now have EM1, EM5 and GX8.

from my experience if you have a GX8, the new Pana is the best choice due to the dual IS system. It is more effective than the EM1 with any of these lenses.  As the GX7 has image stabilization, you could use any of the lenses with roughly the same results for that camera. If your plans call for you to upgrade someday to a GX8, then I'd buy the newest Pano. I am most impressed with this combo.

For the newest Oly bodies, I think the latest Oly 14-150 is the better choice since IBIS is handling the stabilization and you gain the weatherproofing.

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