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Re: [OM] Seeking advice on entering MFT

Subject: Re: [OM] Seeking advice on entering MFT
From: Piers Hemy <piers@xxxxxxxx>
Date: Sat, 11 Feb 2023 21:50:26 +0000
Greg, welcome back!

Take a look at the thread here on the New 90mm Macro for some views on the
12-100, and I agree with the supporters.

I too was concerned with light gathering of an f/4 lens, but the dual IS of
that lens on the EM1iii will cause you to revise your base assumptions, as
it did mine!

Piers


On Sat, 11 Feb 2023, 14:21 Greg McGrath via olympus, <
olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> I'm coming out of digest/lurk mode to ask for recommendations from the
> list on getting started in the MFT world. I've recently retired and hope to
> be able to get back into photography now. I've got several E-system bodies
> and lenses on hand, but would like the advantages that MFT now offers in
> the areas of pixel count, size, and other features. I've been a dedicated
> Olympus user since buying an OM-10 (my first camera) in about 1981 and want
> to continue with Olympus.
>  My plan is to purchase an OM-D E-M1 MkIII. Lens selection is a big
> question. Recent comments about the 12-100 are making me consider it,
> though I've previously been thinking about purchasing a group of lenses to
> cover what focal lengths I want: 12-40 f/2.8 II, 40-150 f/4, and 60 macro
> to start. Now, maybe get the 12-100 to start learning about the body, then
> expand. On the other hand, I'm concerned about light-gathering capability
> and leaning toward the f/2.8 aperture of the 12-40. And I'm planning to
> break a cardinal rule, buying new equipment right before a vacation. Having
> only one lens (the 12-100) to carry around is attractive for travel. Any
> advice/comments muchly appreciated. Greg
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