I am going to get Olympus E-p5 body+Olympus M Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro lens.Is this a good lens?Do I need other lenses?
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It depends on the object that you want to shoot...f/2.8 lens is pro lens and typically it is very good lens in every brands. The range is medium range (24-80 FF equivalent), that means, it is good for general purpose such as family picture, modelling or some landscapes...f/2.8 will get you higher shutter speed so, you can use it also for moving object or low light photograhy (1.8 is better though..)
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That is a good lens but you may want to consider purchasing a longer lens to go with that.
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I don't know about this lens specifically, but I would want a wider range lens. I got a 14mm - 200mm lens and find I use that most and a 14mm (pancake) lens that I use to keep the camera in a pocket. I think the lens you suggested has most of the size of the larger one without as much of the range, but I am not a professional photographer.
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Similar to others, I have the silver body, and black 12-50mm kit lens. It's possible to order the silver body and the silver 12-50mm separately, rather than as a "kit", but this will cost $200 more than the body+black lens kit. Olympus doesn't explain why it only offers the black lens in the kit purchase.
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According to the Olympus web site, the two lens kit comes with two Olympus M.Zuiko lenses. However, the product link attached to this question does not appear to be the two lens kit. Be sure to order the correct kit... :)
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This is a smaller body. I did not try to use my old Olympus lenses. I am happy with the E-M5. It has all the bells and whistles and half the weight and is weather proof, a real plus for me.
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Yes it is ...Nice zoom for it's size. Can be used on any Panasonic or Olympus micro four thirds system. Like for example E-PL1 or GX1.Any lens labeled as M.zuiko it's for micro four thirds. Olympus has the zuiko and M.zuiko lines. The M translates to the micro 4/3 , while lenses without the M denomination refers to normal 4/3 lensesW. R. Williams ... I think you might be confused ...Also ... By reading the description it states the following ..."that comes standard with the PEN kit"The PEN line of cameras are all micro four thirds. Buy with confidence Yes it is ...Nice zoom for it's size. Can be used on any Panasonic or Olympus micro four thirds system. Like for example E-PL1 or GX1.Any lens labeled as M.zuiko it's for micro four thirds. Olympus has the zuiko and M.zuiko lines. The M translates to the micro 4/3 , while lenses without the M denomination refers to normal 4/3 lensesW. R. Williams ... I think you might be confused ...Also ... By reading the description it states the following ..."that comes standard with the PEN kit"The PEN... » Read More Yes it is ...Nice zoom for it's size. Can be used on any Panasonic or Olympus micro four thirds system. Like for example E-PL1 or GX1.Any lens labeled as M.zuiko it's for micro four thirds. Olympus has the zuiko and M.zuiko lines. The M translates to the micro 4/3 , while lenses without the M denomination refers to normal 4/3 lensesW. R. Williams ... I think you might be confused ...Also ... By reading the description it states the following ..."that comes standard with the PEN kit"The PEN line of cameras are all micro four thirds. Buy with confidence « Show Less
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I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s) you'll be using and what other lenses you own and I'll give you more detail I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s)... » Read More I don't have enough information yet....what other lenses do you own, and what camera would you be shooting with? Are you the main photographer? Are you bringing lights or at least a high(er) powered flash unit?This is a great lens for macro use, but with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this cannot be considered a fast lens at all. While a 50mm lens is fantastic for shooting in a more photojournalistic style, you will probably want something a little longer for portraits (especially if you're using a full-frame digital or film camera). Please respond with what camera(s) you'll be using and what other lenses you own and I'll give you more detail « Show Less
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Olympus bodies have built in image stabilization, and so does this lens. That is not a problem, and in my opinion, the lens is better than the Olympus 40-150, if only because it is significantly smaller and lighter. Conclusion: Not a bad idea at all.
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Compared to my E-620 the OM-D E-M5 is significantly better. The one thing I hated about my E-620 was slow low-light autofocus. The E-M5 with M.ZUIKO 12 - 40mm f2.8 is lightning fast in comparison. I have the MMF-3 four thirds to micro four thirds adapter which allows me to use my existing Olympus four thirds 14 - 54mm f2.8-3.5 lens from my E-620. It works but that lens on the E-M5 is much slower to focus, but in my case it doesn't make sense to use that lens on the E-M5 as I have the micro four thirds 12 - 40mm f2.8.
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It's a nice kit lens and it is IIr which I got it with EP3, with OMD EM5 I got 12-50mm!,it is very sharp and has a macro too!
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I have the Olympus E510 kit, so i'm biased. But I love my camera. It has all the features you could want in a DSLR, amatuer or pro. However, I don't think you can go wrong with the Canon or Nikon either. They all take great pictures, so it really boils down to ergonomics and personal preferences. I chose the Olympus.
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There is no rival to the 75mm 1.8 Olympus Lens currently. It's a great short-telephoto/portrait lens and it is not too bulky. The f2.8 12-40 PRO lens is sufficiently good that it is - in my opinion - somewhat wasteful to have additional wide angles unless you really need a F1.8.
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It depends on what you want to shoot and your style of photography. All Zeiss E-mount lenses that I have tried have been exceptional so I don't think you can go wrong with any of them.
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I have an Olympus E620 and the M. Zuiko lenses do not work with my camera, I have to buy the Zuiko lenses without the M. I had to return this lens. As far as the len I love it...
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Generally, the 12-40 f/2.8 is bundled with the E-M1. It is weather sealed. Also, the lens is the sharpest I have seen.
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Yes it will. I also feel that Olympus bodies are better, because of built in in body stabilization. Panasonic bodies focus faster though with this lens.
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The 17mm f1.8 is the default lens I use the most on my E-M5. I've taken some great pictures with it! I upgraded from a e-pl1 last year and have to say I totally love the E-M5. I may eventually upgrade to the OM-D E-M1 but at this time don't see a need.
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If you buy the kit for $1,149.00, the lens will be included. "What's in the box" might be because it's a description of the body only and up. Maybe. Anyway, the lens will be there if you buy the $1,149.00 kit. It is a handy lens that matches the E-M5 nicely. Nothing beats primes, but the 12-50mm is very handy for the less serious daily walk-around use. I am very happy with mine, and am very pleased with the 12-50mm over the 14-42mm option. I've had both. Good luck!