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Which WR Zoom Lens should I get?

Started Dec 8, 2019 | Polls thread
RecklessCoding Regular Member • Posts: 453
Re: Which WR Zoom Lens should I get?

eRaCer001 wrote:

I'm heading to London in March with my wife/kids, and I'm guessing it will be raining for some of the time I'm there. So I'd like to get an all-around WR zoom lens I can keep on my camera as we go about the city, check out sites, churches, and museums. I've got the 18-55, which is great, but not weather sealed. What would you recommend as something I could keep in my camera for a large part of the day? I'll be using this with the X-T3 body. Thoughts?

My favourite lenses for walkarounds in London have been the Olympus. 12-400mm f2.8 and 75mm f/1.8, so I would suggest a similar setup. Depending on the place, the 7-14mm also got me a few shots. However, I wouldn't consider its focal range a must. Especially, as it is hard to find a dry place to switch back and forth lenses when in the streets.

The 16-55mm is the best bet. The little time I have it, I felt in love with its rendering. I would, however, suggest a tele prime too. If you really want an UWA look into a cheap prime like the Loawa 9mm or the Samyang 12mm f2. They are easy to carry around and their fast apertures are a must inside.

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