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better sharpness on p100-400mm over 100-300mm mk2?

Started Jul 24, 2018 | Discussions thread
jalywol
jalywol Forum Pro • Posts: 12,302
Re: better sharpness on p100-400mm over 100-300mm mk2?
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Yes, the 100-400mm has much better sharpness, and MUCH less CA, especially at the long end. (I used a 100-300mm MK I for years, and when I switched to the 100-400mm, the difference was not even remotely subtle).
You also should think about getting a body with one of the 20MP sensors, as, since you are cropping, every MP makes a difference. The GX95 would be the least expensive way to get into one of the 20MP sensors, btw; the GX85 and the G85 are both 16MP, not 20MP, so I wouldn't bother changing to either one of those. I love my GX8, but it does have an AA filter, so it wouldn't necessarily be the best option for your purposes, even though it is a 20MP sensored body, unfortunately.

GX95 and 100-400mm would definitely up your game rather a lot for what you are shooting.

-J

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