are there other lenses besides olympus lenses that would fit this camera and work properly?
209099
Yes. This is s micro four thirds (m 4/3) camera and m 4/3 lenses from other manufacturers should fit and work well. Panasonic m 4/3 lens, for example, will work on Olympus m 4/3 cameras such as the E-PL3.
209100
Micro 4/3 is a system invented by Olympus and Kodak. Lenses are interchangeable between companies: Olympus, Panasonic, Leica, etc.
209101
Yes! there are many adaptors available to attach all kinds of lenses to this camera.
209102
i believe you can get adapters that will allow them to fit on the camera. on the FAQ page on olympus there is a question about adapting 4/3 lenses to Micro 4/3 bodies. they give a compatibility chart that shows a couple other makers. here's a link to the FAQ page and the pdf. i would look around on the olympus website for more info on compatible lenses and available adapters.http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/cpg_support_faqs.asp?id=1572#47http://www.olympusamerica.com/files/oima_cckb/FT-MFT_Lens_Adapter_Compatibility_EN.pdf
209103
panasonic micro fourthird lenses fit, but dont work properly you have to adjust manuelly new olympus lenses are high quality lenses
209104
Yes, Panasonic micro four thirds lenses will work just like the Olympus lenses. There are other brands also, but it mostly be in manual mode only.
209105
Yes....Panasonic lenses will work just fine. They have stabilization built in to them so you'll have to turn it off and let Olympus do the work.
2256003
If possible, try the lens with a second camera. Otherwise, I hope you retained the original packaging because you should return and exchange it for another one. I've found the 12-40 to be solidly built and is. Mine works flawlessly with both my Olympus and Panasonic cameras. Just get another one -- no company's stuff is perfect. 20+ years selling cameras taught me that.
1188693
The lens is manual focus only. It has "near and far". If you are able to obtain a T-mount to fit your Olympus and the Opteka 650-1300 lens (matching threads) it would fit. You would have to set your Olympus to manual focus and shutter priority. Using a sturdy tripod, experiment with shutter speeds and film speed settings to find a proper exposure. It may also help setting camera on "timer" or using a remote for lessening "shake". I use both eye-level focus
412949
I would think you'd be able to order it from Olympus. Did You check with Olympus? Or Google it. Wish you well.
492697
I have the Panasonic G5 and have only used this lens with my G5. Don't know anything about using it with the Olympus.
1586459
I am not sure, as I use it with a Canon DSLR, with the lens attached. I usually put some accessories in the bag too. Might want to take your Olympus to a store that has one and see if it will work. If the Olympus is smaller than any of the Canon DSLRs, it should work. Not sure how the extra lenses will fit though.
1263823
Yes, Sony makes a full line of lenses that are compatible with this camera. We think this is a good beginner camera, if you have any further questions please call us at 1-800-991-3350 between 9am-9pm EST.
776824
there are lots of Olympus lenses available . I would stick with Olympus lenses as they are very sharp. I use a 14-54mm lens which cost more the the one they package, but is incredibly sharp, fast (aperture) and rugged. I also use the 4.5 - 5.6 70-300 ED lens which works great as well.
1958756
Not familiar with Olympus but I would think any 58mm filters, covers would fit any 58 mm lens. I would research at an Olympus centered site and ask an Olympus owner
2264761
I gave that camera to my God daughter a year or two ago. I guess the shutter speed is okay. Check the specs on Olympus' web site for the shutter speed and other details.
1409418
Sorry, I don't own an Olympus. I have a D3000 with a 18-200mm lens and it all fits well. Aside from that it fits tiny things (memory card, cloth, battery, etc) but not another lens.
1017546
I suggest you check with the company that makes them. The one I got for an Olympus camera works great.
2188732
Yes, absolutely. All auto functions and exposures will work perfectly. The stabilizer will not function, as Olympus bodies have built-in functionality for that. This is a stellar lens.
1670017
The Olympus OM-D cameras take a smaller lens, but with the conversion adapter, the mechanics in the 14-54 f/2.8-3.5 performs properly. I have a friend who uses his large lenses on his new E-M10.
1453779
Yes. This lens conforms to the Micro Four Thirds standard put forth by Panasonic and Olympus. Any micro four thirds lens will work with any micro four thirds camera.
1468121
Hello,The Olympus and Panasonic micro four thirds systems are on the same platform. All the lenses for both systems are fully compatible to one another.Regards,RoozbehOC camera949-347-1276
934252
I bought a package deal that had two other lenses. They both fit, but as far as a bigger Aperture, I don't know. I would suggest taking the camera into photo stores in your area to see what you can find. I know I am very happy with my camera, but I haven't done much with it other than taking pics of family.