Does anyone own an Olympus evolt 500, is this lens compatible? (I know, I know I should update my camera body.) Thanks!
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Not directly, but there may be an adapter. You should just buy a wide lens for your 4/3 body. It's still a great camera.Use it until it dies.
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Hi: 1. In regards to your question, this panasonic lens is NOT compatible with the Olympus DSLR mount because this panasonic is a micro 4/3 mount. Take care.
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I use my Rokinon on a Olympus body so I'm not sure I can help really. The lens is totally non coupled so the cam does not see it at all. I have to shoot in manual mode so you should make sure you are doing that also. Perhaps somewhere in a menu there is an option for attaching a non coupled lens? Mike
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No it doesn't work with EVOLT, since EVOLT mount uses a standard 4/3 and NOT the smaller Micro 4/3 mount. The lens only works with PEN cameras and panasonic Micro 4/3 cameras.
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I'm glad someone posted this question! It really has helped me decide to buy this lense too. I have the double kit with the other 2 lenses mentioned. I haven't used the 55 200 yet!! The weather is terrible and I'm afraid to take out the new camera. I do a LOT of indoor shooting of my kids and this lense sounds like it will work very nicely. I'm still blown away by the D5000. The pictures in just Auto mode with the 18 55 kit lense are night and day above my other cameras. I'm in heaven!
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I'm currently using this lens with Nikon D5200, just get the nikon mount and you're sorted. Very sharp results if you do your part :)
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Sorry, I can't help you. I am not familiar with the Evolt. The lens fits on my E-PL1 but I suspect if it is a 4/3 it will.
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Hi Baku, the E-PL5 is a significant update. Higher ISO for low light shooting and he image quality is stellar as are all Olympus cameras, but please be aware that if you want to use the two lenses you mentioned you will need a micro 4/3rds to 4/3rds adaptor, since the PEN is a micro 4/3rds camera. I have the E-PL1 in addition to the E-520, and it is an amazing little camera. Also with an adaptor for the Olympus film camera you can use film lenses as well except you have to manually focus. The E-520 is five years old and while still a great camera technology has advanced so yes you should consider upgrading. Hi Baku, the E-PL5 is a significant update. Higher ISO for low light shooting and he image quality is stellar as are all Olympus cameras, but please be aware that if you want to use the two lenses you mentioned you will need a micro 4/3rds to 4/3rds adaptor, since the PEN is a micro 4/3rds camera. I have the E-PL1 in addition to the E-520, and it is an amazing little camera. Also with an adaptor for the Olympus film camera you can use film lenses as well except you have to manually focus. The E-520 is five years old and while still a great camera technology has advanced so yes you should... » Read More Hi Baku, the E-PL5 is a significant update. Higher ISO for low light shooting and he image quality is stellar as are all Olympus cameras, but please be aware that if you want to use the two lenses you mentioned you will need a micro 4/3rds to 4/3rds adaptor, since the PEN is a micro 4/3rds camera. I have the E-PL1 in addition to the E-520, and it is an amazing little camera. Also with an adaptor for the Olympus film camera you can use film lenses as well except you have to manually focus. The E-520 is five years old and while still a great camera technology has advanced so yes you should consider upgrading. « Show Less
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Olympus bodies have built in image stabilization, and so does this lens. That is not a problem, and in my opinion, the lens is better than the Olympus 40-150, if only because it is significantly smaller and lighter. Conclusion: Not a bad idea at all.
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This is an excellent wide angle lens. I also own the Panasonic 20mm lens which I've always thought gave better results on the the Olympus bodies vs. Panasonic, mainly due to the Oly in body stabilization. However, the better addition (I think) is the Olympus 45mm f/1.8. A fabulous lens that fills that "in-between" focal length that you currently don't have. But if your goal is a wider angle lens, the 12mm is a great choice.
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I see it more as a normal lens. Does really well in general shooting with Olympus pen. Worth every penny.
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Sorry my friend. I do not have the Olympus Evolt E so I have no idea it will work or not. I bought the Transcend for my Nikon D800 which is very choosy but it works with Transcend
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Mike -my name is Jim-I have the MF-2 OM adaptor using it on an EM-5 -and it works with several legacy lenses from my old OM-1 and OM-2 cameras-obviously auto focus does not work with those lenses-I'm not familiar with the E-PM1 but I'd be surprised if your lenses didn't work -especially if they're selling it to fit your camera-hope this helps -love the Olympus cameras
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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
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No problem :) Have a nice day, if you get the lens, enjoy it!! O love it :)
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Mine was the same way, thought I'd gotten the wrong lens. I contacted Olympus and they said it shouldn't be like that and to exchange it if I wanted. I didn't want to mess with it and it has become easier to put on and take off without making the mounting too loose for my other lens. It worked itself out.
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Thanks! A lot of specific info.Yeah, I knew the NEX series can't handle the Maxxum lenses.I probably wouldn't be buying any more lenses cause that's why I want the Sony BODY, cause I already HAVE several Maxxum lenses. PLus I really like how they have the IS in the body, not the lens.I don't often shoot sports so that's not a problem to me.I did NOT know that Tamron was associated with Minolta/Sony. To be honest, the original reason I went with Maxxum was that I had trouble seeing well enough to manually focus (took me forever). So I'd probably let the camera do that, and just change the speed/opening.My daughter has a Canon 30D but BOY is that a heavy body!Well, thanks again. I'll prob be buying the A33 body next month. Thanks! A lot of specific info.Yeah, I knew the NEX series can't handle the Maxxum lenses.I probably wouldn't be buying any more lenses cause that's why I want the Sony BODY, cause I already HAVE several Maxxum lenses. PLus I really like how they have the IS in the body, not the lens.I don't often shoot sports so that's not a problem to me.I did NOT know that Tamron was associated with Minolta/Sony. To be honest, the original reason I went with Maxxum was that I had trouble seeing well enough to manually focus (took me forever). So I'd... » Read More Thanks! A lot of specific info.Yeah, I knew the NEX series can't handle the Maxxum lenses.I probably wouldn't be buying any more lenses cause that's why I want the Sony BODY, cause I already HAVE several Maxxum lenses. PLus I really like how they have the IS in the body, not the lens.I don't often shoot sports so that's not a problem to me.I did NOT know that Tamron was associated with Minolta/Sony. To be honest, the original reason I went with Maxxum was that I had trouble seeing well enough to manually focus (took me forever). So I'd probably let the camera do that, and just change the speed/opening.My daughter has a Canon 30D but BOY is that a heavy body!Well, thanks again. I'll prob be buying the A33 body next month. « Show Less
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I went to this website, Borrow Lenses <http://www.borrowlenses.com> to rent this lens to use with my D5000 for a week to see how it will work with the D5000. I had rented other items from them to try before I buy. This lens is working great with my D5000.