Does this lens work well ith Panasonic GH2, i.e. the OIS, AF, Tracking, for video? I will use it mostly for live video production.
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The Sigma 60 f2.8 for MFT will work with the Panasonic GH2 and any other micro four thirds format body, in the sense that the lens will mount and support autoexposure and autofocus. OIS? I don't think so. The lens doesn't have optical image stabilization built in, and to my knowledge neither does the GH2. (Don't take my word for it. I use Olympus bodies, which do have OIS.) Since I don't shoot with the GH2 I also don't know to what extent this lens will support focus tracking.
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In terms of optical quality the lens is soberb, period. Focus maybe an issue becouse of a internal noise that it makes sometimes, direct sound could be a problem. I sugest to you do a test in a store or rent one. I did not make any test myself, in the moment it arrive I make some shooting around the house and start use it. A classic lens for portraits.
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It sucks but it was worth the wait. Here are links to my first GH2 test video on youtube and Vimeo that has the native 1080p24 MTS 93mb file available for download that looks better on a large HDTV.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gI8iL4H-Cckhttp://vimeo.com/17899410My GH2 with 50mm F1.4 Pentax FA lens:http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5288/5267764174_755d8e68bd_b.jpg
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I use this lens with my D800. I am pretty happy with that. The only problem I have is that it switches to DX mode from FX time to time. When that happens, I turn the camera off and on again. That solves the problem most of the time.
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Just make sure you get the o ring connector with it, you should, I am very pleased with the lens, and I have the dsc h2, Make sure you set the settings on the camera for the tele lens, sometimes enlarged images are dark, make sure subject has light from behind, i get some brilliant and excellent shots ! There is a picture i took with this lens, click my name to see
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I like this lens for video because there is no VR motor for vibration . It makes it quiet for video. The lens also is very firm. Making it not change position while on a tripod for panarama photos. I like this lens for my video's in manual focus. It is easy to focus manually while shooting video while keeping a sharp picture. Holds it zoom length steady. It is one of my favorite lenses.
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I have the Lumix 12-35mm for my GH3. It's a great lens. But I would also like the Olympus 12-40mm for my OM-D E-M1. It's also a great lens. The Lumix 12-35mm has Optical Image Stabilization. The Olympus does not. It requires Image Stabilization in the camera body. If you have Panasonic stick with Panasonic. It you have Olympus stick with Olympus. If you have both get the Panasonic. You can turn off Image Stabilization when on the Olympus camera.
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Sara, I guess the question is how soon you need a camera? If you already preordered, then you should have yours Nov. 24 which is rapidly approaching. Is that soon enough for you? Do you need a powerful, high performance prosumer mirrorless camera? If so, then I suggest the wait for the GH2 will be worth it for you. As for lenses, the first and only lens I see recommended without reservation is the Panasonic LUMIX G 20mm f/1.7 Aspherical Pancake Lens for Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Cameras. It's a pancake lens with rave reviews, and makes your GH2 into a pocketable, low light capable camera. That gives you a versatile zoom (14mm - 140mm) usable for video and stills, and a lightweight compact lens (20mm) for casual, indoor, street, and impromptu shooting occasions. Start with those, and expand as you desire. Also, don't forget, with adapters, you can adapt other lenses (e.g., Canon, Nikon, Leica) to your GH2. You can also use Olympus and other MFT (Micro Four Thirds) and with adapter FT (Four Thirds) lenses. I would start with the Panny 20mm though. Good luck.
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I've mainly used it for wildlife. Used it extensively on a safari. Autofocus isn't perfect. But if your target isn't moving manual focus works very well with focus assist on my GH2. I've made very nice pictures at the long end holding the camera, but you'll need to be in good sunlight. Any kind of longer exposure will absolutely need a tripod. But in this price range it is a pretty capable long telephoto lens.
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I bought it formy T2i and it's amazing. So much better than the 18-55mm that came originally with it. I did run firmware updates and added the lens to my camera's list for Peripheral Illumination Correction. I found the information on how to do it on google. But I love the lens, it works great on my T2i.
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David, out of hundreds of posts I've read about the HF 200, yours is by far the most helpful. I am shooting a corporate board meeting in poor flourescent lighting tomorrow, and trying to get test to get the best results. The meeting is 90 minutes long, so I am going to try to break it up into approx 20 min segments while shooting for easier file management. Going to shoot in FXP mode 30p. I am going to try some tests with aperture priority at wide open. Are there concerns about subject staying in focus by doing this, or is the autofocus reliable enough for shallow dof?
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It's a really great lens for the price and works well with the 7D and other crop sensor canon bodies. You can even put it on a Full Frame body at 16mm and it should vignette too much. The one I have is tack sharp and does do video quite well. At 11mm though it tends to distort the people on the very edges of the frame. Hope this helps.
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Well the HF200 does behave poorly in low light condition, even with the best aperture and frame settings, but I can't tell if it's worse than other HD camcorders.Also, make sure you didn't disable the autofocus, it's easy to make things worse. I don't mean the setting available via the standard FUNC menu, but directly with the Up and Down controls from the wheel, it's the third option from the bottom.The zoom may also affect grain and artifacts, use it sparingly.
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I've owned this lens for a couple of years now... And honestly I would've liked to save up for the IS.. No mistake it is an excellent lens for no motion images.. Things get blurry when capturing movement in low light.Thinking on selling it as soon as I save up for the IS version
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I'm thinking of getting this lens to take pictures of a performance in a theatre, so low light and no flash. I have a canon rebel xsi and need to know if this will help and what kind of settings I should use. Don't know much about photography...I always use the auto sesttings which generally work great but I want to capture the great moments of my little dancer. Thanks
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I haven't used a G9 etc but have it's baby brother the 12Mp AS650 IS.The sensor is apparently the same but it overexposes the highlights and is too slow to autofocus and shoot. BUT love the twisty screen. It is so useful for high/low shots. That is what will sell me on the G11. I love the idea of the panorama on the Sony HX1 but apparently the image quality on the panorama is not great and the camera is bulky. If you have handled a G10 you will see just how easy and accessible the controls are. Totally right for an SLR user. The G11 will have better image quality than the G10 due to reduced Mp count and upgraded tech. Hopefully the G12 will have HD video and everyone will be happy. I haven't used a G9 etc but have it's baby brother the 12Mp AS650 IS.The sensor is apparently the same but it overexposes the highlights and is too slow to autofocus and shoot. BUT love the twisty screen. It is so useful for high/low shots. That is what will sell me on the G11. I love the idea of the panorama on the Sony HX1 but apparently the image quality on the panorama is not great and the camera is bulky. If you have handled a G10 you will see just how easy and accessible the controls are. Totally right for an SLR user. The G11 will have better image quality than the G10 due to... » Read More I haven't used a G9 etc but have it's baby brother the 12Mp AS650 IS.The sensor is apparently the same but it overexposes the highlights and is too slow to autofocus and shoot. BUT love the twisty screen. It is so useful for high/low shots. That is what will sell me on the G11. I love the idea of the panorama on the Sony HX1 but apparently the image quality on the panorama is not great and the camera is bulky. If you have handled a G10 you will see just how easy and accessible the controls are. Totally right for an SLR user. The G11 will have better image quality than the G10 due to reduced Mp count and upgraded tech. Hopefully the G12 will have HD video and everyone will be happy. « Show Less
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I don't use the lens for video. I have seen no affect on my OM EM5 for still or sports photography.
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I've never used it for Video but for sports action and wild life, it's plenty fast. Any f/2.8 is a fast lens. You might also do a little research on the new Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8. It's also a very good lens with excellent reviews.