Lenses for Oly E-510: Can anyone recommend tele and wide lenses for the Olympus e-510?
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You cannot go wrong with Olympus 70-300mm. I got it for only $350 and it takes great pictures across the focal range.
298203
Thanks for all of the feedback. I bought the E-510 about month ago and it has been great. I am glad I went with the two lens kit for $650 on amazon. Its great to have both lenses. The E-510 is proving to be a great camera.
2097648
U can buy just the body and shop around for Micro 3/4 lenses. I personally have and love the Olympus prime 45mm, f1/8 telephoto zoom lens. Small and compact, but the quality is awesome
1275904
I'm new to Olympus with the OM-D series so I can't speak to your 520 question. If you want to use 4/3 lenses then you need the E-M1 because it has both phase detect (needed for 4/3) and contrast detect (needed by M43) autofocus. 4/3 lenses focus slowly on the E-M5 and it requires an adapter collar.
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I own a Rebel T1i. I'd say E-PL2 is good on its own and definitely not a step down. I'm taking only the EPL2 with me these days, and I couldn't be happier by travelling light. I recommend the Panasonic 20mm f/1.7 lens for use with E-PL2. The 20mm focal length is equal to 25mm on a Rebel. It's a cool walkaround lens that will give you superb shallow depth of field at f/1.7.
88037
Depends. Are these manual focus lenses like the ones used on the oly film cameras? (also known as Olympus OM lenses). If not, if they are digital, then as long as they are 4/3 lenses, they will work. If you have OM style lenses, you can buy an adapter to mount these lenses. It fairly inexpensive, around $25-$40.
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I believe the 5100 is compatible with DX lenses. As far as quality, I use my with a D90 and shot thousnads of photos with it and been more than happy with the results I've gotten from it.
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Check the section below the lens listing that lists the various adapters available. You should be able to pin down the correct adapter for the 5100. Be aware that you will only have manual control over the lens...no auto modes.
470946
Honestly I don't know. I'm an amateur photographer. I actually called Olympus and asked about the different lens and this one was recommended to me. Sorry I'm not much help.
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The lens I mostly use is the EF-S 17-85mmf/3-5.6 67mm Wide angle and it's beautiful!! change to just a standard 70-300mm telephoto zoom and go to space! Sweet thing about EOS is if you were shoot'n any of the lower EOS models (650D..1100D...} you will instantly be familiar with the 60D and higher!!!
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I also own the 5100 and it works perfectly, I think you would be very pleased with the results. If you asking what additional accessories come with it, the the answer is no. It's just the lens.
298206
I own a 510 and think the second lens is a huge advantage--assuming you have a need for a telephoto--which I do. If you don't either would be fine. If you do as well, compare prices with comparable lenses and see ifyou feel the Xsi deserves the even greater price premium--it would not for me
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I use my adapter with a OM 75-150 zoom. I don't think you would want to shoot wide open since there is no auto-stop down feature working here. My arrangement with my E-M5 works well, and I pick my desired aperture and there's no noticeable dimming in the electronic viewfinder. I hope this answers your question. Enjoy your picture taking!
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I have an E-510 therefore I can't give you a specific answer for your camera. But you can contact Olympus or B&H; Photo in NY and I am sure they can help you out. Thank you for your business!
867166
Yes. Check four-thirds.org for info on lenses and bodies in the standard four-thirds group.
1141989
I had a bunch of older Canon Lenses from my 35mm. I checked the verbage associated with some of the adapters available and found one that adapted these fine lenses to my OM-D E-M1&5 camera bodies. I suggest doing a search on Amazon for the adapter cooresponding to the older lenses... I'd be they are compatible with the right adapter. My adapter was made in China, and cost around $15. Of course, it does not provide electronic connection to the camera, these lenses didn't have the capability anyway, but I can now use my familiar lenses with my two Olympus bodies.
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Expanding on my previous answer - there is an adapter for four-thirds to micro four-thirds mounts. The Oly version is kind of pricy - like $180. But maybe a good option if you have a bunch of four-thirds lenses you still want to use on Pen or OM.