Panasonic AF 12-35/2.8 G worth it?

I am no pixel peeper, but the detail and sharpness at 1:1 is remarkable.

No doubt. But just as impressive is the color rendition and contrast. It's hard not to be surprised by just how good this lens is when viewing your first set of pics.

Steve_ wrote:

I am no pixel peeper, but the detail and sharpness at 1:1 is remarkable.

No doubt. But just as impressive is the color rendition and contrast. It's hard not to be surprised by just how good this lens is when viewing your first set of pics.

Yes, them too!

Dave

Dave Stott wrote:

I hope so, because mine was delivered 2 days ago I have only done a few test shots so far, but the quality of the images is excellent. I am no pixel peeper, but the detail and sharpness at 1:1 is remarkable.

Dave

In fact, I'e just been comparing it with images taken with a Sigma 17-70mm on a Canon 600D, which is a reasonable consumer grade kit, and there is simply no comparison.   I had been reasonable happy with the Sigma....

Dave

Jim T wrote:

I'm seriously looking for a HQ lens for my GH3 as well. I've basically settled on the Pan 12-35 and it would complete the water resistance factor for my site photos. The Olympus 12-40 would also work, but I've been told that the water resistance feature only works with lens and camera from the same manufacturer. Is this true?

I don't believe that is true. The "water resistance" is in the gaskets of the lens (and for zooms, that includes the gaskets for barrel extensions), and those gaskets should work identically on any standard m43 mount.

To quote Roger Cicala:

Weather resistant – A term that consumers falsely define as "weather proof" and camera companies accurately define as "the warranty doesn't cover water damage."

and

As long as we're on the subject of catchwords, it's probably worth tackling 'Weather Sealed' or 'Weather Resistant' next. Many people seem to believe that means 'waterproof'. When you take lenses apart all day you find out it usually means 'we put a strip of foam rubber behind the front and rear elements and scotch tape over the access holes under the rubber rings'.

I waited quite awhile before i bought mine.  I have the 14-45, but the 12-35 offered the wider end that i tend to use quite a bit on walkabouts...  The extra speed doesn't hurt too.

mark