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With a focal length comparable to 120mm, this lens produces crisp, sharp details at comfortable macro working distances. It provides a fairly rapid focus when set within the correct range and produces decent images at greater distances as well. It's basically a "two-fer" in that it is the perfect macro while also an f/2.8 moderate telephoto. The body is a high quality polymer or plastic material for light weight and it seems very durable. As a sealed, internal-focusing lens, it has the o-ring mount so is a little stiffer to install, though easy to grip, and remains a constant length during use. What a beauty - this is a lens is a keeper!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Yet another excellent quality Olympus Micro 4/3 lens. Putting it into macro mode is perhaps a bit un-intuitive at first, but there are videos online that explain everything you need to know. I posted some of my very first macro images taken with this camera and the response was great. Sometimes in macro mode when I am shooting something that is relatively small in the frame the AF hunts and will choose the wrong focus point. But I find that if I put my fingers in the same plane as I'm trying to focus on and close to it, and focus on my fingers, then I can get the subject more in focus and then just moving over to focus on my subject AF works fine. The focusing ring is smooth and nice to use. All in all, this is a great lens and has quickly become one of my favorites among my excellent Olympus and Panasonic primes. I would highly recommend it, especially to everyone who is interested in macro photography.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
This is listed not as a "Pro" lens, but it produces excellent quality images since it is a prime lens. The 120mm equivalent length is a good choice by Olympus. I am not using it professionally but as a hobby, but wanting the best images. The lens has made macro simpler, and the focusing switch makes it easy to get a clean shot. I also have added diopter filters to the front of this lens with very good results.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Excellent quality images from this lens and very good bokeh. Compact with tiny circumference, 46mm filter threads and lightweight which is great for the M4/3 cameras. Using it on Oly PenF..have not tried it on the Panny G3 since that camera does not have in body IS. The lens hood is an accessory and it slides in and out .. so staying out of the way when doing macros. Very pleased with image quality and highly recommend the lens. I have used it more than my zoom lens since getting it because it is FUN to use!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Great all around lens, although a little large for the micro four thirds body (with adapter). Like the quality feel of the controls. Focus speed is not that noticable and certainly not an issue for me. I believe the 12-40 lens would be a better pairing for the micro platform and the 40-60 range wouldn't be missed by me, but along with the newer lens, my wallet would be lighter.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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