Is the GF2 OIS redundant with the 45-200mm OIS? I have both the 14-45mm and 45-200mm GF1 kit lenses on my newer GF2, which has the OIS as a programmable (on/off) in-camera feature. Since the lenses also have an on/off OIS switch built-in, should I turn the in-camera option off? Seems like they may be competing against each other if both are on. Is the GF2 OIS redundant with the 45-200mm OIS? I have both the 14-45mm and 45-200mm GF1 kit lenses on my newer GF2, which has the OIS as a programmable (on/off) in-camera feature. Since the lenses... » Read More Is the GF2 OIS redundant with the 45-200mm OIS? I have both the 14-45mm and 45-200mm GF1 kit lenses on my newer GF2, which has the OIS as a programmable (on/off) in-camera feature. Since the lenses also have an on/off OIS switch built-in, should I turn the in-camera option off? Seems like they may be competing against each other if both are on. « Show Less
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Martin is correct. Panasonic G series cameras do not have "in body" stabilization. Many of the G series cameras do have a menu setting that allows control over the lens OIS when there is no switch on the lens itself. In general, leave the camera menu setting to on and use the lens switch to control OIS. If you have one of the new lenses that does not have an OIS switch, and you want to turn OIS off, then use the camera menu.
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Thanks for the explanation, Les. So, it seems that as long as the IS is turned on, in-camera, it doesn't matter whether it's on or off on the lens. I made do some A/B testing to see if there's a difference with the lens switch on/off while the setting is switched on in-camera.
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I just noticed this thread. MA, the GF2 does *not* have in-camera image stabilization. The camera menu is used to control the lens image stabilization. Turn OIS on using both the menu and the lens switch and you will be fine.
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With the GF2, the lens on/off switch overrides the in-camera menu on/off . So the switches (camera or lens) are redundant, but the lens setting overrides the camera setting. Both control the lens OIS. The camera has no image stabilization built in to the body.Some Panasonic lenses have OIS but no external switch, so you control OIS through the camera setting. Other (some Panasonic and all Olympus) lenses have no OIS, so with those lenses you will not have any image stabilization regardless of what your camera setting is.
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I had the same issues finding the camera until I made some calls to an LA based camera store, Sammy's Camera. Their website lists the GF1 with 20mm lens as back ordered however when I called, a salesman actually checked and said they did have a few. So I called their mail order number and sure enough, I was able to buy one. Not sure how many more they have but whoever reads this first and wants one may be lucky. Just a thought, if the guy who answers the phone says they are out of stock, have him double check because when I first called I was told it was out of stock. Good luck!
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From what I understand the IS feature allows you to shoot "hands free". Of course if you use the lens on a tripod (like I do) if you had IS you would have to turn it off. This is an amazing lens and definitely my favorite. For Portraits I would check out the 24-70mm 2.8 IS L Lens. I have not tried a 2X extension with this lens but at this time I really don't need one. However, if you are thinking of using 2X extensions, I imagine that you would be shooting with a tripod and would not need the IS feature.
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Since the introduction of the E-PL2, the kit 14-42mm lenses are all of the "II" variety. For the OMD, it's the 2.
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The lenses are interchangeable so you do not need a different module. Please note though that you will need to focus the lens if you replace the lens only. Also, you will need to take care to make sure that you do not contaminate the imager with dust or debris when changing the lens. If you were to just replace the whole lens module assembly, you would not have to refocus the lens.Finally, we typically do not recommend changing the lenses back and forth frequently. The replacement lenses are sold for customers who have a damaged lens in need of replacement, or who want to permanently change over to a different lens type. The lenses are interchangeable so you do not need a different module. Please note though that you will need to focus the lens if you replace the lens only. Also, you will need to take care to make sure that you do not contaminate the imager with dust or debris when changing the lens. If you were to just replace the whole lens module assembly, you would not have to refocus the lens.Finally, we typically do not recommend changing the lenses back and forth frequently. The replacement lenses are sold for customers who have a damaged lens in need of replacement, or who want to... » Read More The lenses are interchangeable so you do not need a different module. Please note though that you will need to focus the lens if you replace the lens only. Also, you will need to take care to make sure that you do not contaminate the imager with dust or debris when changing the lens. If you were to just replace the whole lens module assembly, you would not have to refocus the lens.Finally, we typically do not recommend changing the lenses back and forth frequently. The replacement lenses are sold for customers who have a damaged lens in need of replacement, or who want to permanently change over to a different lens type. « Show Less
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I got my G2 last week and have been enjoying it very much. Before purchasing G2, I was thinking of Gf1. But, after thinking about several months (yes, months), I finally understand the appearance of small camera body is deceiving. The quality, the size and the cost of the lens dictate the buying decision for those who want to take good pictures. After that, the usablity of the camera is more important than the size of the camera body. If Sony Nex-5 has a small-size high-quality lens, I might consider it. But, from the professional review, it seems to me that the manual control is strongly discouraged. It appears to many people that Sony Nex-5 is targeting P&S crowd who wants a better camera. The market size is bigger. So, it seems to be a smart move. After all, making money is more important than making cameras. But, the topics of this discussion is the comparison between G2 and Nex-5. I think it is more appropriate to compare Gf1 and Nex-5. Those who buy G2 are those who consider the usability more important than size. For these people, Nex-5 is not favorable. Between Gf1 and Nex-5, I think I would still prefer Gf1 with the pancake lens over Nex-5. This is because Nex-5's manual control is not readily reachable. If it is mostly used as a P&S camera, it is way too expensive and too big. The only advantage to have a large sensor and a large lens in a P&s camera is to take pictures in low light condition. For these type of users, the size of the lens on nex-5 would not be appealing at all. So, who are the buyers Nex-5 is really targeting? We will have to wait and see.
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Between these two I would recommend the 14-45 for general purpose use. Micro 4/3 cameras like your GF1 have a 2x crop factor... Which means the 14-45 will be a 35mm equivalent of 28-90. The 45-150=90-300mm. So you will have more opportunities to get good photos with the 14-45, which is also a sharper lens.
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According to the Panasonic lens chart for the 14-45 lens, the minimum focus distance is 1 foot or 12 inches. I haven't tested the G1 in the more traditional macro/close-up type approach. I didn't get the impression that the camera likes getting closer than 12".From @2-3', I was able to engage the Extended Zoom (2x) + 4x digital + a Tcon 1.7 teleconverter (1200mm) and got surprisingly good results. I'm not suggesting you do it, but it worked.
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I don't know, but the 14-40 is designated PRO and is sharp wide open. A F2 lens is often soft wide open. At 14mm my lens has little distortion if any and is sharp and contrasty at all focal lengths. Good luck on your decision!
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i have d5000 and everytime i switch to any f-number i got this " lock lens aperture ring at minimum aperture (largest f/-number) " so i always use 22 and then i lock it, but why?! please help me what setting i need for manual or to use 1.8 instead 22. ty for any answer
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The 20-50mm lens that comes with the NX2000 does not have OIS. I believe the 16-50mm lens with the NX3000 does. Regardless, it's an awesome camera. For sample images, check out keith-russell.artistwebsites.com
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I had a 20mm MkI on a GX1 side by side. I also have the EM10 with 17mm. I can't comment on the image quality. I sold my old Panny stuff and jumped on Oly camp without doing much. The 20mm is actually slower to focus compare to the 17mm on both cameras.
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It's all in the name. The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II is the newest of the product. Go to CanonUSA.com for your answer. The big part that confused you (I think) is the "IS II"). Good luck. Vic
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It does not work with third party lenses; in fact most third party lens manufacturers that have stabilization in the lens for canon and for Nikon, do not include it for the Sony cameras. I do have third party lenses and OIS doesn't work with them. However, I don't have any Sony A mount lenses, so don't know the answer about those lenses.
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Great! Thanks for replying and letting me know. Enjoying your G2? I just got mine this weekend and love it. Turned around and dropped another $700 on lenses and filters; nothing I already had would fit.
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The two separate lenses probably. But I hate changing lenses, lugging them and getting dirt on sensor and inside lens. Btw the new 12-50 is superb.
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There are a lot of variables, the most important being the ISO you set and the lens you use. I've gotten shots at out to about 50 feet at a high ISO and with an F2.8 lens (on the FT1). With standard optics it's probably about 40 feet. I don't think you should use flash distance as the major deciding factor, though. To me the big advantage of the V1 is the 2.7x focal multiplier. A 30-110 lens is almost 300mm in 35mm equivalent terms. To get that on a D3200 you'd need a 200mm lens, which is big and heavy. Put a 18-200 zoom on the V1 with the FT1 adapter and it zooms out to over 500mm in 35mm terms, which is more than a 300mm lens on the D3200. There are a lot of variables, the most important being the ISO you set and the lens you use. I've gotten shots at out to about 50 feet at a high ISO and with an F2.8 lens (on the FT1). With standard optics it's probably about 40 feet. I don't think you should use flash distance as the major deciding factor, though. To me the big advantage of the V1 is the 2.7x focal multiplier. A 30-110 lens is almost 300mm in 35mm equivalent terms. To get that on a D3200 you'd need a 200mm lens, which is big and heavy. Put a 18-200 zoom on the V1 with the FT1 adapter and it zooms out to over 500mm in 35mm... » Read More There are a lot of variables, the most important being the ISO you set and the lens you use. I've gotten shots at out to about 50 feet at a high ISO and with an F2.8 lens (on the FT1). With standard optics it's probably about 40 feet. I don't think you should use flash distance as the major deciding factor, though. To me the big advantage of the V1 is the 2.7x focal multiplier. A 30-110 lens is almost 300mm in 35mm equivalent terms. To get that on a D3200 you'd need a 200mm lens, which is big and heavy. Put a 18-200 zoom on the V1 with the FT1 adapter and it zooms out to over 500mm in 35mm terms, which is more than a 300mm lens on the D3200. « Show Less