Will my DMC-L1 be able to use the same lenses as the G2? Does anyone know?
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I got the G2 a month ago. It's a fun camera and I'm glad I chose it. I like it's small size, light weight, the bright EVF, the articulating LCD, and the touch screen. I wish it had In Body Image Stabilization so it would be steady when I use my old Nikon lenses, with an adapter, that don't have it. Also the kit lens has a plastic mount that isn't durable. Panasonic makes a few 4/3rds mount lenses but Olympus and Sigma make a lot more. The Panasonic G2 has a micro 4/3rds mount that is smaller than the 4/3rds mount. There are adapters to use 4/3rds lenses on M4/3rds cameras but not the other way around. So if you get the G2 you can use your Panasonic lens on it with an adapter. There are also M4/3rds adapters for lenses made by most manufacturers, but in manual focus. Here is a link for a list of all lenses that comply with the 4/3rds standard, meant for Panasonic M4/3rds cameras. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/connect/g1.html
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Yes it is interchangeable. I use all my lenses that had my T1 and they work great.
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I do not have the 1.2 I do have a 50mm 1.8 and a 135mm 2.8 and I use this adapter with a T4i and the quality is amazing. The FD lenses were made really well. The only thing with a 1.2 the depth of field is so shallow you are likely going to blur out half of your subject. You may not want to shoot that lens wide open. However if you do I am sure the photos will look amazing. I hope this helps you out.
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I have the 18-55mm with G II ED (I bought online) and the 55-200MM with G ED ( the original lens) , they both work on the camera so I assume they're interchangeable. Not sure what the II means???
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I do not own either but going by Son's info the G2 has a faster and quieter focusing motor. Check out dpreview.com for more info
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Hi David,Not that I'm aware of. My lense, lent to a mate with a 7100, worked no problem to produce some comparative test images for him against a Nikon 70-200 and he has subsequently gone and bought a 50-150 on the basis of that test! The dealers here in Rome (I've spoken to two) have been perfectly happy to use their USB mounts to update lenses for customers for free. I don't know if that is the case in the UK but I would imagine so, so if you were to find you had an issue (which I believe to be an unlikely scenario) I'd suggest taking it to a Sigma dealer and ask him to update it for you but I really don't think you will find it necessary.Happy New Year.Will Hi David,Not that I'm aware of. My lense, lent to a mate with a 7100, worked no problem to produce some comparative test images for him against a Nikon 70-200 and he has subsequently gone and bought a 50-150 on the basis of that test! The dealers here in Rome (I've spoken to two) have been perfectly happy to use their USB mounts to update lenses for customers for free. I don't know if that is the case in the UK but I would imagine so, so if you were to find you had an issue (which I believe to be an unlikely scenario) I'd suggest taking it to a Sigma dealer and ask him to update it... » Read More Hi David,Not that I'm aware of. My lense, lent to a mate with a 7100, worked no problem to produce some comparative test images for him against a Nikon 70-200 and he has subsequently gone and bought a 50-150 on the basis of that test! The dealers here in Rome (I've spoken to two) have been perfectly happy to use their USB mounts to update lenses for customers for free. I don't know if that is the case in the UK but I would imagine so, so if you were to find you had an issue (which I believe to be an unlikely scenario) I'd suggest taking it to a Sigma dealer and ask him to update it for you but I really don't think you will find it necessary.Happy New Year.Will « Show Less
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If they use the same lens diameter as the kit lenses on the J1 - yes ... have seen the J3 but did not pay attention to the lenses ... sorry - can't give you a better answer . Easy enough to check this comparing specification of kit lenses between the 2 models ...
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Yes this lens works on GH2. However, there're users claiming that Olympus lenses may not focus as fast on Panasonic body, and vice versa. Please note that if both the lens and body have image stabilization systems, you need to turn off at least one.
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Correct. It will not fit. the Gx1 is a Micro 4/3 camera. The macro tubes you have are for standard 4/3. Two different lens mounts (4/3 refers to the size of the sensor in the camera). I learned this the same way you are! Sorry.
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I have exactly the same camera and I can carry only the camera with 2 lenses. This means you will have to leave 1 lens out when you go shooting.
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The obvious difference is the cosmetics. The G lens is silver whereas the G 2 is white. What I noticed otherwise was the G 2 focuses slightly faster. Both are fine lenses.
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I have this case. I have both the G1X and G1X Mark ii. This case does NOT fit G1X Mark ii. The lens barrow diameter of G1X Mark ii is much bigger than G1X. The G1X body is slightly bigger, or more accurately, thicker than G1X Mark ii, but its lens barrow is of significantly smaller diameter than the second generation model...
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According to the Panasonic lens chart for the 14-45 lens, the minimum focus distance is 1 foot or 12 inches. I haven't tested the G1 in the more traditional macro/close-up type approach. I didn't get the impression that the camera likes getting closer than 12".From @2-3', I was able to engage the Extended Zoom (2x) + 4x digital + a Tcon 1.7 teleconverter (1200mm) and got surprisingly good results. I'm not suggesting you do it, but it worked.
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I have the 18-55mm with G II ED (I bought online) and the 55-200MM with G ED ( the original lens) , they both work on the camera so I assume they're interchangeable.Not sure what the II means???
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The viewfinders are not interchangeable. They will only work with cameras by the same manufacturer. (The LVF2 will also not work on the GF1, only the listed models.)
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sorry i don't have an L1. But it does work with my Panasonic mft bodies.(G2 and G5)
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Yes. All M4/3 lenses work on all M4/3 bodies. I have an EM-5 which has a built in image stabiliser but the 150mm effective focal length won't be too hard to hold steady on your GH2.Get it! It is my most used lens it is simply superb