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12-35 2.8 vs 14-140 II - how much better?

Started Jun 27, 2016 | Discussions thread
Robiro Veteran Member • Posts: 6,813
If money is no problem
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akjos wrote:

I got G7 and chose 14-140 lens as a kit.

It is great considering size weight and the price bundled with the G7

But i wonder how much better is the 12-35. Is it much sharper and and does it have the nano coating wow contrast?

It is sharper. But not THAT much.

At 25mm f4, the Pana 12-35mm equals or betters any prime lens in terms of resolution. It is that good.

On the other hand, 14-140mmII is very good as well.

I tried 15 1.7 and liked it a lot but it was visibly decentered so it went back. Not sure if to try it again or get the 12-35 (i like the 12mm end although not essential and ois)

There is definitely a difference between 12mm and 14mm. I can get shots with my 12-35 that I can not get with 14-140mm because it is not a 12mm lens at the wide end.

If money is no problem, get a 12-35mm. It is close to immune to shutter shock, unlike 14-140mmII which rattles like crazy.

You will be satisfied with 12-35. But do not expect a drastic increase in sharpness. There is not THAT much of a difference.

 Robiro's gear list:Robiro's gear list
Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 Panasonic 12-35mm F2.8 Olympus 40-150mm F2.8 Pro Sigma 30mm F1.4 for Micro Four Thirds Olympus 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS
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