Does this camera use the full size 4/3 lenses on models like the E3, of the smaller P- series lenses as on the Pl5?
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It doesn't unless you purchase an adaptor, since it is a micro 4/3rds. The camera is amazing and has so many fantastic features.
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not without an adapterwhy get a lighter body and still haul around heavy lenses? I now carry 2 e-m5 with a 3rd lens in my bag, I am ready for anything, with less weight than I was carrying with just one body and the bigger heavier lens.
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I don't quite understand the question. The camera uses Micro 4/3 lenses. These lenses are made specifically for Olympus and Panasonic cameras and in addition to the name, you can tell them by a particular brand marking. Other companies are starting to make them. Be sure then lens you buy is a MICRO 4/3, and so if it is an Olympus lens, you need a M. Zuiko lens, not a Zuiko lens. FYI, with adapters, many old SLR lenses work very well on this camera, they are much less expensive, and the only down side (I actually like it) is that they end up being manual focus. Their focal length also ends up being approximately double, so a 50 mm prime lens from an old SLR becomes a 100 mm lens on the EM5. I don't quite understand the question. The camera uses Micro 4/3 lenses. These lenses are made specifically for Olympus and Panasonic cameras and in addition to the name, you can tell them by a particular brand marking. Other companies are starting to make them. Be sure then lens you buy is a MICRO 4/3, and so if it is an Olympus lens, you need a M. Zuiko lens, not a Zuiko lens. FYI, with adapters, many old SLR lenses work very well on this camera, they are much less expensive, and the only down side (I actually like it) is that they end up being manual focus. Their focal length also ends... » Read More I don't quite understand the question. The camera uses Micro 4/3 lenses. These lenses are made specifically for Olympus and Panasonic cameras and in addition to the name, you can tell them by a particular brand marking. Other companies are starting to make them. Be sure then lens you buy is a MICRO 4/3, and so if it is an Olympus lens, you need a M. Zuiko lens, not a Zuiko lens. FYI, with adapters, many old SLR lenses work very well on this camera, they are much less expensive, and the only down side (I actually like it) is that they end up being manual focus. Their focal length also ends up being approximately double, so a 50 mm prime lens from an old SLR becomes a 100 mm lens on the EM5. « Show Less
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It uses the smaller lenses, micro 4/3. There are converters available from Oly that allow this camera to accept traditionally sized 4/3 lenses
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Yes,Olympus E-PM1 is micro 4/3, I use the Len on Olympus OME EM5 It's working good. You can use this Len on all Lumix G and Olympus micro 4/3, I have Lumix G2,GF2,GX1 working fine with this Len.
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Anything fullframe is technically compatible with aps-c camera's. You just won't be able to use the lens to it's fullest.
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Olympus and Panasonic jointly developed the micro 4/3 standard and in theory lenses should be interchangeable. But I looked up about the 3D lens in particular and found this response. I cannot say for sure as I have only the Lumix camera. http://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/2931382 You can notify me for further info. James Hong osirisbear@hotmail.com
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Yes,Olympus E-PM1 is micro 4/3, I use the Len on Olympus OME EM5 It's working good.You can use this Len on all Lumix G and Olympus micro 4/3, I have Lumix G2,GF2,GX1 working fine with this Len.
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Yes. I got this lens last August and I love it. It works really well with the camera and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a zoom lens for their E-PL1
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Yes, the 14-42mm II will fit your PL-1. I own both. I also have an OMD E5 and assorted mft lenses. FYI all of the micro 4/3 (mft) cameras have the same mounts. Even across brands although you may lose some functionality using say, a panasonic lense on an olympus body.
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Thanks Kin.Actually, I'm looking for something smaller than a reflex on which I could occasionnaly use my nikon lenses.After using a bit an oly e-p2, i'm a bit confused ; it's better than I thought, and has the IS build in.Does anyone know if nikon will release a micro 4/3 camera soon ?
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You will have to update your firmware (an easy process), but other than that the VF-4 is compatible. With the earliest PEN cameras the resolution is reduced, but with the E-P3 it should be full resolution.
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No - I made that mistake and returned this lens. Don't purchase APS-C lenses if you have a 5D, they have a massive vignette because they do not cover the full frame sensor. I bought the Samyang SY14M-C 14mm F2.8 Ultra Wide and it's great with 5D mkiii. Cheers!
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It works fine with my E-PL2. Makes for a nice compact pocketable camera. But it has it's limitations. You must have decent light and it'll do fine. This one and a few more were taken with the lens.http://wrw.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Snowy-Weekend/27782923_TMxFmJ#!i=2344862487&k;=JsRdh3w
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Yes it does. That will make the lens a 140-400mm f/8 and at f/8 it will auto focus on all modern full frame DSLRs (D6X0, D750 and the D8X0). Also the D7100. I cannot speak for the D5XXX or D3XXX cameras, never having tried it there. If you need to know first hand, let me know and I will try it.
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Yes it is ... Nice zoom for it's size. Can be used on any Panasonic or Olympus micro four thirds system. Like for example E-PL1 or GX1. Any lens labeled as M.zuiko it's for micro four thirds. Olympus has the zuiko and M.zuiko lines. The M translates to the micro 4/3 , while lenses without the M denomination refers to normal 4/3 lenses W. R. Williams ... I think you might be confused ... Also ... By reading the description it states the following ... "that comes standard with the PEN kit" The PEN line of cameras are all micro four thirds. Buy with confidence
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This lens will work with any and all 4/3rd camera. I'm don't know the camera you are asking about, but if its 4/3rd you are fine as far as I know. I have the lens and it's great when you need panoramic shots
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Any lens that is designed for the 'micro 4 3rds system' will work directly with this camera. The micro 4 3rds system is a cross platform cooperative attempt by several manufacturers to develop a smaller camera body that still takes pictures rivaling those of true digital SLR bodies. Any micro 4 3rd lens - including those designated by panasonic - will function with this camera. Enjoy!
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I bought this lens for an Olympus OM-D E-M1 which has a MICRO 4/3 lens mount. You have to determine if the E-P5 is a 4/3 mount or a MICRO 4/3 mount. There is a difference.
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I don't know the dimensions of the E-P3, but my PL1 which measures 3" tall, 5" long and 3 1/2" wide from the back of the camera to the front of the attached standard lens (14-42mm). There is still another 1/4 or so on all the measurement in the case. Hope that helps.