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Panasonic G85 + 42.5f1.2 vs Olympus EM 1 Mark II + 12 to 40
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GH5 is heavy and autofocus is also not good...
Thanks a lot for such a lengthy and detailed answer...I will look for 12 to 100mm f4...
Advent1sam
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You are joking of course, heavy, lol!
This is what it can do, in the right hands!
Also, go here, http://naturalexposures.com/predictive-af-comparison-tests-lumix-gh5-g85-oly-em-1-markll-nikon-d500/
Of course Olympus want you to think this!
OP told exactly what he wants "videos 40% and 60% Still."
Albert Valentino
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Consider the lens or lenses needed first. Then pick the body. Lens is the more important investment and will determine what you see and can do. Plus, it will ideally outlast the body.
That said, i recommend a good zoom or a couple of primes. Starting our with a single prime, particularly a portrait FL, severally limits what you can do, and eliminates useful compositions like environmental portraits. A 17mm prime will be far more versatile than a 42mm prime - if you are using only one lens
That said, i recommend a good zoom or a couple of primes. Starting our with a single prime, particularly a portrait FL, severally limits what you can do, and eliminates useful compositions like environmental portraits. A 17mm prime will be far more versatile than a 42mm prime - if you are using only one lens
You seem confused. Nobody buys just a portrait lens with their camera. The 42.5mm is a good lens but for the average hobbyist, it may only cover 10-20% of their shooting requirements. Your first lens should be something general purpose. It should be either a prime between 12 to 25mm, or a zoom covering a similar range. Don't start thinking about how to make money, if you're just getting into photography, you're nowhere close to be able to make money right now. That might take a minimum of 6 months, but more likely closer to 1-2 years before you've gotten good.
My recommendation since you want video is to get the G85, get something for general purpose like a 12-35mm f2.8, 12-40mm f2.8, 12-60mm f2.8-4, or even just the 12-60mm f3.5-5.6 kit lens that comes with the G85. If you want a prime, I'd say try the 15mm f1.7 or 25mm f1.4. The Nocticron (42.5mm f1.2) is crazy expensive and I'd only recommend it for veterans who know what they're doing. These lenses will cover your normal use cases. Then buy a small portrait lens to get started. I recommend the Panasonic 42.5mm f1.7. Learn how to use your gear, then move up and get the more expensive stuff once you've figured out what you're gonna use.
If you're serious about going professional though, you might want to just skip micro four thirds. Micro four thirds is capable of professional results but it's just harder than cameras with bigger sensors. It means, you'll have to spend more money to get those fast lenses, and you'll have to learn to work within the limitations (lower ISOs, doing post processing cleaning, avoiding dynamic range issues, etc.). In the hands of a good photographer, MFT can work great, but you're facing an uphill battle right now.
My recommendation since you want video is to get the G85, get something for general purpose like a 12-35mm f2.8, 12-40mm f2.8, 12-60mm f2.8-4, or even just the 12-60mm f3.5-5.6 kit lens that comes with the G85. If you want a prime, I'd say try the 15mm f1.7 or 25mm f1.4. The Nocticron (42.5mm f1.2) is crazy expensive and I'd only recommend it for veterans who know what they're doing. These lenses will cover your normal use cases. Then buy a small portrait lens to get started. I recommend the Panasonic 42.5mm f1.7. Learn how to use your gear, then move up and get the more expensive stuff once you've figured out what you're gonna use.
If you're serious about going professional though, you might want to just skip micro four thirds. Micro four thirds is capable of professional results but it's just harder than cameras with bigger sensors. It means, you'll have to spend more money to get those fast lenses, and you'll have to learn to work within the limitations (lower ISOs, doing post processing cleaning, avoiding dynamic range issues, etc.). In the hands of a good photographer, MFT can work great, but you're facing an uphill battle right now.
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Hahaha you might be right, as I mentioned it will be my 2nd camera, I had Nikon 5200 with kit lense and used it for only sometimes...
I think you are right, however full frame is very exoensive, lenses are also expensive heavey and no IBIS plus no 4k...
You lost me there. G85 is far far far from mediocre
rashid7
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Ive just got the G80 UK version and the 12-60, Panni are doing an offer at the moment where you can get the 25mm F1.7 for £95
I used to also have an EM5ii, both units have benefits I liked Olympus Live composite mode, Panasonic have some light mode but its poorly implemented and time consuming
Panasonic have post focus and auto stacking for Macro, Olympus do the stacking but don't do post focus.
Pound for Pound the G85 is where id go, the Old is very good but overpriced at the moment unless you go Grey from Panamoz
Also remember only a few lens do the Dual Image stabilisation ie 5 axis and Lens IS together the 12-60 does this and its buttery smooth...
I used to also have an EM5ii, both units have benefits I liked Olympus Live composite mode, Panasonic have some light mode but its poorly implemented and time consuming
Panasonic have post focus and auto stacking for Macro, Olympus do the stacking but don't do post focus.
Pound for Pound the G85 is where id go, the Old is very good but overpriced at the moment unless you go Grey from Panamoz
Also remember only a few lens do the Dual Image stabilisation ie 5 axis and Lens IS together the 12-60 does this and its buttery smooth...
Huh...There is a BIG difference between the 42.5/1.2 and the cheaper lenses that don't have the ability to isolate the subject to accomplish the full frame look.....and well worth the cost esp if you are into portrait photography
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