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Xymnslot
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Oct 31, 2017
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I know I'm not representative of the whole universe of m4/3 users, but I honestly don't understand why anyone would want this lens, good price or otherwise. If small form factor is a concern, the Panasonic 20mm f1.7 is small, fast, sharp and offers a 40mm equivalent focal length that is surprisingly useful in a variety of tasks despite being a prime lens.
Oct 31, 2017
Phoebe_P
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Dec 8, 2017
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XymnslotI agree. I have the Panasonic HFS014042 14-42mm for my GX-1, and while it's not a pro lens by any means, it's superior to this one for sure. I want one of the fast 25mm primes for myself.
Dec 8, 2017
raansire7
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Dec 11, 2017
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Phoebe_PI have the "Leica" DG Summilux 25mm f/1.4 on my GH3 and three years later, it still impresses me. I recommend it. The way it separates the subject from the background when wide open is great-looking, and the bokeh quality is very nice. I've never owned a really good Canon or Nikon lens (over $1000) that makes pictures look like that!
Dec 11, 2017
justin.woo
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Dec 14, 2017
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XymnslotAs someone who sometimes ventures into risky situations / areas, it's good to have a flexible, cheap zoom lens so I don't have to put my more expensive lenses in the line of fire.
Dec 14, 2017
gfeazy
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Dec 2, 2018
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XymnslotI have the 20 mm prime and it is top notch, especially in low light
Dec 2, 2018
Centauri27
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Apr 15, 2019
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XymnslotThis is just a kit zoom lens, but in a very compact size, without needing to "unlock" the lens before using it. It offers a useful zoom range. The Panasonic 20mm is tiny, and even tinier is the Panasonic 14mm. I had both and ended up selling both. I found their single focal length too restrictive. And my 20mm f/1.7 (first generation) had a horribly slow and noisy focusing motor.
Apr 15, 2019
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