John1 Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 After using my kit lens 14-35mm lens F3.5 on my camera (Panasonic GH2) for a while now, i really want to step up my game a little bit. Been saving money for a while now and I think I need some more shallow depth of field in my shots. I know micro four thirds cant get as much shallow depth of field as full frame dslr camera, but since since this is the camera I was able to afford, i want to step up my game. I have heard alot about the Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f1.8 how fast and sharp the lens is and I have saved up to buy the lens. Really need good shallow depth of field in my shots. Will i regret putting such amount of money on that lens considering I am still a student. Are there serious "cons" I need to consider about the lens before buying it. Whats your advice for me as regards the lens if you know about it. Should I go for it or there are better options I can go for.(But consider my budget). I have checked for reviews online about the lens and they all seem satisfying but I hear it does not have a focussing ring. Is that true. What do you know about the lens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Martin Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 If you buy a lens second hand, you will not lose much money when you sell it (provided the lens doesn't develop a bad rep). I actually made money on a couple of my DSLR lenses, so buy wise and you'll be able to change your mind without regretting it :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member David Mullen ASC Posted August 28, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted August 28, 2014 Don't know about video, but getting the fast Panasonic Lumix 20mm f/1.7 lens was the best thing I ever did for shooting stills on my M4/3 Olympus Pen camera -- got a nice depth of field that was more like a larger format camera, was able to shoot at a lower ISO to reduce noise, and 20mm was more or less like a "normal" lens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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