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Entry into M43 - Panny GX85 12-32

Started Feb 4, 2017 | Discussions thread
h2odog
h2odog Senior Member • Posts: 1,225
Re: Entry into M43 - Panny GX85 12-32

jhunna wrote:

h2odog wrote:

I can highly recommend the cameras and lenses I use but realize there are many other combinations that would be just as pleasing. My gear: Lumix GX85, GM5, Pany 12-32, 35-100 f4-5.6, 20 1.7II, and the terrific Olympus 45 1.8. This is a small, compact kit that produces wonderful IQ, and is able to fit in a small bag or if you are creative, your coat pockets.

Thinking about this kit with the following changes just so I can stay all panasonic.

12-32mm

35-100 f4-5.6

15 1.7

42.5 1.8

Wondering why you chose the 20 and Oly 45 over the options I listed. Not looking for an argument just some additional insight.

j

I was able to get a mint 20 1.7 II for $185  and a like new  Oly 45 1.8 for $200. I liked the size of the 20 and couldn't pass up both lenses for the prices I paid. The pancake 20 works great on the GM5 and GX85. If the Oly 45 1.8 wasn't available, I probably would have gone for the Pany 42.5 1.7. Since the GX85 has 5 in body axis IS, the Oly 45 works nicely with it and so far the images are quite good.  I like the 15 1.7 and may get it down the road. It's a great lens.

 h2odog's gear list:h2odog's gear list
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Canon EF-S 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM Panasonic 20mm F1.7 II Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM +4 more
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