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Lens for shooting outdoor acrobatics ?

Started Nov 13, 2018 | Questions thread
Terrible Photographer
Terrible Photographer Senior Member • Posts: 1,459
Re: Lens for shooting outdoor acrobatics ?
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schwdim wrote:

I bought a Panasonic Lumix G7 about a year ago primarily for video purposes but I ended up using it way more for photography and I would like some advice for a new lens.

Until now I have used the 14-42mm kit lens and I have to admit that it is really good but I'm looking for something that fits my needs a little better. Most of the time, I shoot outdoor acrobatics (sometimes dynamic, sometimes static) but I would like to have a lens that I can use for more than just that.

I could buy a Sigma 30mm 1.4 for around $150 if I am lucky but I don't know if it is what I'm looking for.

My price range is around $200 and I will also be looking at second-hand lenses.

Also, do you think I should change bodies before lenses? I know the G7 is great for video but isn't really praised for photography.

Thanks a lot for your advice.

Pick up an Olympus 45mm f/1.8. Bet it'll go to $200 on Black Friday.

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