Hal,
The most probable reason that there is no "starter kit" or any other
recommended is that there are several hundred of us on the list. If
asked, there would most likely be several hundred different recommended
"starter kits". Picture taking is a very personal and inner sort of
thing and we are each unique in our needs and wants even in something as
basic as a "starter kit". Even which camera body is best to use brings
up deep felt opinions in the minds of each of us.
Tell us what you want this starter kit to accomplish (with your
guidance), how much you are willing/able to invest, and where you want
to ultimately end up. Then we can share with you our many personal
opinions on what you need. Just ask and you shall receive (probably
tenfold).
Rand E.
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Hal Landvoigt wrote:
>
> Being new to the list and having just unloaded my Nikon gear to get an om-4
> and 50/1.4, I'm interested in building up a smaller collection of lenses
> that will continue the lightweight theme that I started by getting an Oly.
> in the first place.
>
> That said, I'm sure this has been beat to death before, and I wonder why
> some info along these lines isn't in the Oly. Owners FAQ: Suggested Starter
> Set or Commonly Available First Choice lenses. It seems like a wide angle,
> a 2x extender/ext. tube, and either a 135 or a 75-150 would make a good
> compact set.
>
> I'm not looking for the most-expensive-but-best-optics or the
> LN+/Mint-collector lens, just good lenses to take good pictures. When I
> start taking great pictures, I'll definately buy great lenses.
>
> Any advice?
>
> Also, is there a glossary for this group? Whats a "Can-not-an-OM-non's L
> series IS lens", what does a "shift lens" do? Why does everyone like the
> Vivitar (some number) flash, and why is it so expensive?
>
> Thank you for your patience.
>
> Hal
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