Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6

[tspore]

From the E-510 press release:

The Zuiko Digital ED 14 – 42 mm f3.5 – f5.6 Lens (equivalent to 28mm – 84mm in 35mm photography) that perfectly matches the imager so light strikes the sensor directly to ensure rich, accurate colors and edge-to-edge sharpness. Its 3x ED Glass zoom lens covers the range most frequently used in ordinary photography and weighs just 7.5 ounces, offering users an extremely dynamic, portable everyday-use zoom. Close-ups as near as 9.84 inches (0.25 m) are possible throughout the zoom range.

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[marcot64]

Can anyone comment on this lens?
I'm thinking about getting the E510 and don' know if I should keep the 14-45 or go with this kit lens.

[Pontiac005]

The short time I had it before I sold it (I have the 14-54), it was a very lightweight and fast focus lens. I took several snaps with it and was happy with the results. Definately faster focus than the 14-45 which I had for awhile too. I just did not need an extra lens so I got rid of it, but I would recommend it if you don't have the 14-54.

[marcot64]

Thanks for the input Pontiac.

[Steve Adams]

I reccomend it to. Its way lighter than the 14-45mm and its sharper. perfect combo I think. I got the 510 2 lens kit and im happy with it being a kit lens and all....

[cifcap]

I own the 14-45 f/3.5-5.6 and I enjoy it for the type of photos I take, but I'm looking at a faster standard zoom replacement. Sigma's 18-50 f/2.8, 14-35 f/2.0 (when it's released), and the previously mentioned 14-54 f/2.8-3.5 are candidates. For me it makes more sense to move on towards a brighter lens.

Happy shopping and shooting,
JW

[Steve Adams]

I will always have the 3 standard lenses in my kit. the 14-45, 40-150, and 70-300. the ulitmate lightweight kit there. I will be going to some brighter lenses as well, namely the 30 1.4, 70-200 2.8, and 18-50 2.8. the 30 and 18-50mm will mainly be my wedding lenses, and the 70-200 will used in the stadium for shooting hockey photos.

The 14-45 takes great photos tho

[Rockin Ronnie]

Anyone know where this lens can be purchased new for a good price?

Ron

[Alphonse]

The lightweight and yet produce the top notch image quality with my E-510 never fail me and no regrets when I brought the system taking the beautiful Sydney Opera House.