Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 25 mm F1.8 Lens, Fast Fixed Focal Length, Suitable for All MFT Cameras (Olympus OM-D & PEN Models, Panasonic G-Series), Black

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Which is fine, it means even with the Pro I almost never needed a neutral density filter while shooting.

Generally, I think of primes as offering superior performance, but with the E-M1, I just don't see it. lens, I am wondering if I should purchase this additional lens for my purpose, so that I can take close up and sharp pics of my products? Its angle of view is closest to the human visual field, so what you see with your eyes matches the perspective of the images you capture.Firstly, Leica gear is between five to ten times more expensive (depending on various specific items) and is by far the best optics in the world. Unlike the 12mm and 45mm, which were first released in silver and later on in black as a premium version, the 25mm lens is available in both silver or black right off the bat. The rated minimum focusing distance is 25cm from the image sensor plane, hence it is about 20cm from the front of the lens to the subject, and that is respectable. The only flaw I found was the presence of purple flare, something that both Heather and I noticed since the first days of use.

However, stopping down this lens improves sharpness even more -- and across the entire frame -- especially around ƒ/4-ƒ/5. I was extremely happy with its performance as a portrait lens, but it was not an everyday walk around lens. The DOF with M4/3 is fine - use a longer lens, get closer, shoot wide open - same excellent results. for the first time I picked it up, it really felt like I was holding a slightly larger version of the M. I already own PanaLeica 25mm, since like you I have a "50mm" eye (although I'm getting used and used to the unfairly misunderstood 17mm f18) and I'm really curious to see a comparision between that and the Zuiko lens.The Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR delivers a 35mm full-frame equivalent field of view and stands out due to its small size and weather-resistant build.