Newbie Olympus Lenses

Sami k wrote:

Hi

I am looking to switching to Micro4/3, I currently have an entry level Dslr and instead of investing into higher end ones, I prefer the lighter weight of the micro4/3.

looking at the em1 markii with either the 12-100 f4 or the 12-40 f2.8

i mostly shoot landscapes and outdoors, rarely indoors.

I have read all the topics about people trading their 12-40 for a 12-100, but as a new buyer do u think it is better to invest into the 12-100 for my type of photography or is the 12-40 a lot better, again mostly landscape so the f2.8 will not make a big difference for me and I like the extra reach and not having to switch lenses.

if i get the 12-100 I will probably get the 300mm f4

if I get the 12-40, I will probably need the 40-150 f2.8 AND the 300 f4,

so dollar wise the 12-100 option is better providing the quality is close

please be gentle, I am new

thanks guys

Well, you are definitely going "high end" when it comes to quality, cost, size and weight - perhaps more than you need based on your requirements.

You shoot mostly outdoors, and most landscapes.  And you want to reduce weight and size from your entry level DSLR.  Body-wise, the EM1.2 is not that much smaller (if at all) compared to your DSLR.  If you want weather sealed, but really want to reduce size/weight, why not consider the EM5.2?  Yes, it doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the EM1.2, but it's a lot smaller, lighter and far less expensive.  And still big enough to handle the good glass.

Lens-wise, I would think for ultra-wide landscape work you would want to pick up the 7-14.  The 12-40 or the 12-100 will be your "everyday" lens.  While the 12-100 is obviously more flexible, and really doesn't handicap you for outdoors work, it does carry a size/weight penalty.  I would suggest to put one on the intended body and see how it feels.  If you end up choosing the 12-100, I'm not sure why you would pick up a longer telephoto other than to say you have it.  If you think you really need it, then perhaps the new Panny 100-300 II is a better choice than the Oly Pro lenses, being much smaller and a nice versatile zoom range.  I would personally give some attention to a fast, small prime for your occasional use indoors/at night, such as the Oly 17/1.8 or the panny 15/1.7.

Apparently you've got the money to invest in the best - good for you.  Now you just need to match your needs and wants to what's out there.