43 Rumors

Yes, I second the “One beautiful system” dream. Hopefully they try out a PDAF on sensor system, that will enable the 4/3 lenses properly. In the meantime, I’m personally happy with a very basic m43 primes set-up. I don’t really need to shoot sports or birds right now.

@Boooo! Have you read the journal article? There are two entries tagged E-xxx. I very much doubt that is accidental. I know you have a lot invested in 4/3 lenses, thought you would like this kind of news?

@Sneye, did you read the jounal entry I linked to? In this, he talks about the E-M5, talks about using the E-5, and then states that tbe “new stuff” under NDA is actually better than the E-5. He then tags the article with E-xxx. Given that this guy uses these cameras professionally, tests new “stuff” for [...]

We’ll wait and see ehh? Olympus did say some time ago that they will make another mid-level four thirds body. They just haven’t been in any hurry!

Remember, there’s a new E-XXX coming soon as well. 16MP sensor, 5-axis IS, in a 4/3 DSLR. Damian reckons it’s better than an E5:
http://www.damianmcgillicuddy.com/journal/2012/4/10/olympus-the-om-d-and-me-part-2.html
If it’s weather sealed and not too pricey, I reckon I might try to track down a second hand HG telephoto for wildlife and sports….

Olympus has employed some good marketers, much as we love to hate such folks. But with expected price so high on this lens, I’ll pass, and wait for a fast zoom. Don’t
mind waiting.
What about you Admin, any of the latest crop of gear going to be added to your personal arsenal?

The Olly 12-50 is 57mm dia x 83mm long, weighs 211g The Panny 12-35 is 68mm dia x 74mm long, weighs 305g (extends to 96mm) So the Panny is actually 50% or so bigger than the Olly. Of course, with this you get faster glass and OIS. The really great news is that Olympus will [...]

One aspect of the larger sensor cameras that many users gloss over: what if they want to get greater depth of field in low light? How is a “FF” sensor camera with an 85/F1.8 going to handle a candle lit party without losing all context? They have to use a flash…….which goes down really well [...]

I love the lens, but I’m not going to buy it. I have three faster primes that cost me less in total: 14/2.5, 20/1.7, 451.8. If I was carrying this zoom, I’d still carry the 20/1.7 & 45/1.8 for the speed. The 35-100 will be a different story. Heck, I might even leave the 45/1.8 [...]

Hi Will. Good to hear. I wasn’t impressed with the GF3, it felt really flimsy, particularly the fit and finish around the bottom (battery door etc). Will have a look at one next time I’m in Singapore. Still think I’d rather have the E-PM1 tho, if I was to get a tiny m43 cam.

TGIF, there’s nothing wrong with you, unless you buy the GF5 NOW! Wait a year, and buy it for 55% off….

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Panasonic-14mm-F2-5-Lumix-G-Lens-M4-3-BLACK-Free-46-mm-UV-Filter-/250997566773?pt=Camera_Lenses&hash=item3a709eed35#ht_2171wt_1066

But please use Admin’s eBay links to find it! I bought mine from a bricks and mortar store in Malaysia for similar, but there is plenty of chatter on the forums about these Taiwanese vendors. All seem pretty legit.

Cheers,
Tom

Jeez, are you men or mice ? Believe me, the GF3 feels like it was built to last 18 months before something “gives”. The only reason to buy this is as a rear lens cap to hold the 14mm……but even then you have to keep the battery charged, and carry a separate charger, yadayadayada…… [...]

@Anonymous, perhaps you’re right. But I’ll trust my own eyes and one or two respected reviewers over an anonymous comment on this forum!
Besides, absolute IQ is a load of BS, to me. There’s as much crap talked about lenses as wine.

Don’t see myself getting it for that price. It looks like the Panny 35-100 won’t be much bigger. Plus it will be weatherproofed…for maybe $300 more?I know F2.8 is quite different than F1.8, but I already have the 20/1.7 & 45/1.8, so consider myself covered for low light. As far as DOF goes, 75/2.8 gives [...]

Damien knows how far to push an NDA, and he’s been pretty accurate with hints in the past. We’ll see an Exxx, which will have everything the E-M5 has, bar tge weathersealing. The 5-axis IS wasn’t developed overnight. Olly will have been holding off on the lower end 43 DSLR to allow for it. I’m [...]

McGillicuddy (Sp?) implied the big box he showed on his desk a couple of weeks ago contained a new 43 cam, he tagged the post with Exxx
http://www.damianmcgillicuddy.com/journal/2012/4/12/todays-teaser.html

Let’s hope it’s weathersealed as well!

Hi Kesztio. My copy also has the play. Never noticed it in use, but just checked. Not noticeable when rotating the ring. I think you worry too much….this isn’t claimed to be of the quality of the 12/2.0!
Talking of the 12/2.0, it’s focus ring has about 8mm of back and forth play I think?!

Nice interview. Having musing this morning on the nature of “natural” bokeh etc, relating to sensor size. Anyone know what the sensor size of our eye is?