Best IQ? One super zoom, ie 14-150, or one 14-45 and one 45-150? Srictly interested in IQ.
1308482
The IQ better than 14-45 and 45-150 because this lens use of 1 x ED，1 x HR，2x E-HR so the image much better.
1308483
I have the 14 to 150 and hardly ever put any other lens on. It takes beautiful pictures from near to far. Love it.
678610
I had the f4 version, and sold it to a friend to buy the F2.8II. Frankly, the increase in IQ is there but very slight. I would have no qualms about going back to the F4 version, it's a stunning lens. So unless you have a specific need for F2.8 (weddings for example as others mention), the added weight of the 2.8 to me is hard to justify. These are both exceptional lenses, the difference is like comparing a Bentley and a Rolls-Royce.
1580105
This is the best lens in the world (I say with prejudice) - take one of your zooms, set it to 85mm and see if THAT focal length will work for you. If so, BUY BUY BUY. It's so razor sharp. Feel free to ask me more.
36979
I personally went with this lens - great MF clutch, focuses closely, fast AF, weather sealing, great IQ and very useful range.
1371879
The 40-150mm from Olympus is one of the best kept secrets. It is a fabulous lens at a really reasonable price. I use it regularly and really like it as it's so sharp. The 14-150 covers a much wider range and makes a good travel lens since it starts out at wide angle (28mm equiv) whereas the 40-150 starts at 80mm which is moderate telephoto, but great for portrait work. The 40-150 is sharper than the 14-150. I find I can shoot at full zoom with the 40-150 and then crop some more without losing too much in quality. Both are good lenses, just made for different purposes.Hope this helps. Graeme The 40-150mm from Olympus is one of the best kept secrets. It is a fabulous lens at a really reasonable price. I use it regularly and really like it as it's so sharp. The 14-150 covers a much wider range and makes a good travel lens since it starts out at wide angle (28mm equiv) whereas the 40-150 starts at 80mm which is moderate telephoto, but great for portrait work. The 40-150 is sharper than the 14-150. I find I can shoot at full zoom with the 40-150 and then crop some more without losing too much in quality. Both are good lenses, just made for different purposes.Hope this helps.... » Read More The 40-150mm from Olympus is one of the best kept secrets. It is a fabulous lens at a really reasonable price. I use it regularly and really like it as it's so sharp. The 14-150 covers a much wider range and makes a good travel lens since it starts out at wide angle (28mm equiv) whereas the 40-150 starts at 80mm which is moderate telephoto, but great for portrait work. The 40-150 is sharper than the 14-150. I find I can shoot at full zoom with the 40-150 and then crop some more without losing too much in quality. Both are good lenses, just made for different purposes.Hope this helps. Graeme « Show Less
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I have the 45-175 and I'm pretty happy with it. It is very quick to focus and has power zoom; zooming can be slowed down, but not as much I would like. I like to contrast of the images it produces. And it is quiet enough.
1796673
I'd put it in the 1.4 group... I love this lens. Tact sharp and can focus up close to your subject.
1588421
I purchased the 1.4X, after doing research on the results of both products. From what I read, the images stay "sharper" at the edges, with the 1.4x. I have used the 1.4X, and have been very pleased with the results. I do intend to purchase the 2x, understanding that the clarity may not be as good.
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A fixed four will likely be cheaper and will work fine. With a 22 and its range, a 2x option would be good, but you will not need the magnification at 7x. If it were me, I would go for a fixed 4x for a 22. Hope this helps.
2065296
I own (and love) my 200 but never used 135. Nevertheless, if I had to shop all over again, I would get the 135 instead. I think the 200 is bit less versatile. From online reviews 135 also has a bit of an edge in terms of optical quality. Though I have to say the my 200 lacks nothing in IQ.
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I own both...in terms of image quality, there's no comparison - the 24-70 is in another league. It's a full stop faster (brighter viewfinder, better depth of field control, faster focusing, etc) and it gives you that "pop" you get from the best professional grade lenses. On the down-side, the 24-70 is a much narrower zoom range, so you might find yourself needing to carry two lenses whereas just the 24-120 would cover you otherwise. It's a personal thing I guess, but if I could only have one or the other, I'd take the 24-70 without a moment's thought.
320073
Yes, I have a zoom and a 50 and 80. The 35 is really nice to use inside since you are in tighter areas usually & a great little sharp, fast prime.
320072
Your image quality will be second to none when comparing against the 28-300. We have the 35, 50 and 85 (all 1.8), and we couldn't be happier. May look into selling the 28-300 and getting a 70-200 in addition to the 3 primes.
160270
I'm not a G series owner "yet", but I think there are very few real choices for lenses. The 45-200 is the most likely choice for telephoto. And the 20mm/f1.7 "pancake" for indoors/low light. I'd think the lense you have is probably the better overall for average use, especially if the EZ zoom feature works as well as in the FZ series. I would think you could reach @150mm at 5EZ. The EZ zoom feature is supposed to be able to double the focal length, bringing the 14-45 (28-90) to 28-90 (56-180). And it is "free". Unless you need the long reach of the 45-200mm (90-400mm), which I can't do without, why spend the money?
464448
Although the 18-55 lens is a very good lens for a zoom, the 23 prime lens is far superior in my opinion in many ways especially with the 1.4 speed but the optics are extremely good in the 23 and the lens is built beautifully.
2173899
Remember, the minute you go from 1x1 up the power scale, you change your field of view!! If you have vision problems, then who cares!! Target acquisition during combat is probably 75% reflex. Good vision, good reflex, breath control, and trying to control adrenelean rush is paramount, but if you are shooting 300 yards or more then acquiring your target should not be a problem with a 2x magnifier. For closer targets stick with the 1x unless you have severe vision problems. ENJOY!!!
2227375
Best all around zoom for the 60d in my opinion is the Tamron 17-50 f/2.8 non-IS. It is affordable, has amazing IQ, and is a useful focal length for most situations.