How is this different than this lens ($300 cheaper)?http://www.amazon.com/Olympus-40-150mm-F4-0-5-6-Panasonic-Cameras/dp/B005KJH8WO/ref=pd_cp_p_2
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The 14-150 actually is the combination of 14-42 + 40-150, that means, you only have to carry one lens instead of two and also you can prevent missing the moment while you switch lens. If you shot movie, then you can enjoy the zoom from wide to tele too.Regarding image quality, the far end of 14-150 in the tele end will be come soft, so if tele photo is your shotting style, then you better keepm the two lens combine as that deliver better quality. Also your question already state the different - the two lens combo is cheaper and the saved amount can buy a prime lens already. The 14-150 actually is the combination of 14-42 + 40-150, that means, you only have to carry one lens instead of two and also you can prevent missing the moment while you switch lens. If you shot movie, then you can enjoy the zoom from wide to tele too.Regarding image quality, the far end of 14-150 in the tele end will be come soft, so if tele photo is your shotting style, then you better keepm the two lens combine as that deliver better quality. Also your question already state the different - the two lens combo is cheaper and the saved amount can buy a prime lens... » Read More The 14-150 actually is the combination of 14-42 + 40-150, that means, you only have to carry one lens instead of two and also you can prevent missing the moment while you switch lens. If you shot movie, then you can enjoy the zoom from wide to tele too.Regarding image quality, the far end of 14-150 in the tele end will be come soft, so if tele photo is your shotting style, then you better keepm the two lens combine as that deliver better quality. Also your question already state the different - the two lens combo is cheaper and the saved amount can buy a prime lens already. « Show Less
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Go to Google search and type in......"Olympus 14-150 vs 40-150" ..... and your first hit will come to 'Dpreview.com' . That site will take you directly to a forum discussion of that exact question. You will have your detailed answer.
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The cheaper lens is a 40-150mm, the more expensive is 14-150, allowing wide angle shots through to approx 10 x zoom. It minimises lens changeovers, there's a better chance of having the "right" lens on the camera at any time.
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This lens goes from 14mm (wide angle) to 150mm. The lens you are comparing it to starts at 40mm (80mm equiv) so does not let you get the wider angle shots. My 14-150mm lens is my favorite on my Olympus E-M1 -- even though I also have the Olympus Pro 12-40mm at twice the price. I love the versatility.
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The cheaper lens is in 35mm focal length equivalents an 80mm to 300mm zoom. The more expensive lens is in 35mm focal length equivalents a 28mm to 300mm zoom. You pay for the flexibility you get in not having to change lenses to take wider angle shots.
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The 40-150mm from Olympus is one of the best kept secrets. It is a fabulous lens at a really reasonable price. I use it regularly and really like it as it's so sharp. The 14-150 covers a much wider range and makes a good travel lens since it starts out at wide angle (28mm equiv) whereas the 40-150 starts at 80mm which is moderate telephoto, but great for portrait work. The 40-150 is sharper than the 14-150. I find I can shoot at full zoom with the 40-150 and then crop some more without losing too much in quality. Both are good lenses, just made for different purposes.Hope this helps. Graeme The 40-150mm from Olympus is one of the best kept secrets. It is a fabulous lens at a really reasonable price. I use it regularly and really like it as it's so sharp. The 14-150 covers a much wider range and makes a good travel lens since it starts out at wide angle (28mm equiv) whereas the 40-150 starts at 80mm which is moderate telephoto, but great for portrait work. The 40-150 is sharper than the 14-150. I find I can shoot at full zoom with the 40-150 and then crop some more without losing too much in quality. Both are good lenses, just made for different purposes.Hope this helps.... » Read More The 40-150mm from Olympus is one of the best kept secrets. It is a fabulous lens at a really reasonable price. I use it regularly and really like it as it's so sharp. The 14-150 covers a much wider range and makes a good travel lens since it starts out at wide angle (28mm equiv) whereas the 40-150 starts at 80mm which is moderate telephoto, but great for portrait work. The 40-150 is sharper than the 14-150. I find I can shoot at full zoom with the 40-150 and then crop some more without losing too much in quality. Both are good lenses, just made for different purposes.Hope this helps. Graeme « Show Less
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This lens is entirely different from the kit lens. And we don't know what kit lens you are talking about. Of the 40D? of the XT? I got the XT and the 40D. Both came with a 17?-55mm and a 28-135mm IS. The 50mm lens is a different lens all together because it doesn't zoom so you'll be doing a lot of moving back and forward with your feet. The nice thing about this lens is that pictures are RAZOR SHARP. I mean I've never seen pictures sharper than what this lens has produced. I bought 2 of these lenses because I really love the pictures they take. Also, this lens can take pictures in a dark room about 10 times as easy as the kit lens on the 40D or the XT. The f/1.8 is amazing. The color, the light, the picture sharpness = worth $70 by far. GET IT. :)
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I would be very cautious for such a good deal. It may be real but you may want to double check again. A while ago, Amazon has the body + 14 to 52 mm lens for 588. If you buy the 40 to 150 lens, it will be just a bit over 700. Not as cheap as 630 but still a pretty good deal.
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if the lens is not around the $10,499 range then you need to ask the question. I purchased my lens from amazon. It was not a second, and no complaints.
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If money is a concern, try the "fantastic plastic" or sometimes called the "nifty fifty". That's the Canon EOS 50mm f/1.8. Great lens. Best optics per dollar, for sure. Only complaint people have had has been about the quality of background blur when shooting wide open. I haven't had an issue personally, it's acceptable for the price. It IS rather ugly compared to the quality of bokeh on the f/1.2L .. But you can buy 15 of the 1.8s for the price of the 1.2, so that's to be expected.The 1.4 has had some great reviews as well.
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If money is a concern, try the "fantastic plastic" or sometimes called the "nifty fifty". That's the Canon EOS 50mm f/1.8. Great lens. Best optics per dollar, for sure. Only complaint people have had has been about the quality of background blur when shooting wide open. I haven't had an issue personally, it's acceptable for the price. It IS rather ugly compared to the quality of bokeh on the f/1.2L .. But you can buy 15 of the 1.8s for the price of the 1.2, so that's to be expected. The 1.4 has had some great reviews as well.
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Go to http://www.dpreview.com/products/panasonic/lenses/panasonic_100-300_4-5p6it has lots of info on the lens and its usefulness...things that are still are best subjects. But read this info and see if it helps you understand the range of uses for this lens.
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Actually, I did sell my 12-60 to help pay for this lens -- they're about comparable w.r.t. image quality. The 12-40 doesn't have as wide a range of focal lengths, but is optically faster.I've also heard about a couple of examples of this lens having structural issues. But mine is holding up nicely, even in spite of a bit of accidentally rough treatment (I slipped on a muddy slope and landed on the lens).
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M. Clouse, I have both the 35mm L lens and the 50mm non-L lens. Like you, I love the 50mm lens but it is not sharp wide open. It sharpens up pretty well in the center by f/2.8, but the corners are soft even at f/5.6. The 35mm L lens is not in the same league. It is almost 4 times as expensive, built like a tank, has a completely different lens formula, ring USM focusing system rather than the old design in the 50mm, and is sharp at f/1.4 even out to the edge of the field. Like the 50mm, it gets a little sharper stopped down, but it is so sharp at f/1.4, there is not much room for improvement. You will not be disappointed with the 35mm L. It is a very fine lens optically and mechanically. M. Clouse, I have both the 35mm L lens and the 50mm non-L lens. Like you, I love the 50mm lens but it is not sharp wide open. It sharpens up pretty well in the center by f/2.8, but the corners are soft even at f/5.6. The 35mm L lens is not in the same league. It is almost 4 times as expensive, built like a tank, has a completely different lens formula, ring USM focusing system rather than the old design in the 50mm, and is sharp at f/1.4 even out to the edge of the field. Like the 50mm, it gets a little sharper stopped down, but it is so sharp at f/1.4, there is not much room for... » Read More M. Clouse, I have both the 35mm L lens and the 50mm non-L lens. Like you, I love the 50mm lens but it is not sharp wide open. It sharpens up pretty well in the center by f/2.8, but the corners are soft even at f/5.6. The 35mm L lens is not in the same league. It is almost 4 times as expensive, built like a tank, has a completely different lens formula, ring USM focusing system rather than the old design in the 50mm, and is sharp at f/1.4 even out to the edge of the field. Like the 50mm, it gets a little sharper stopped down, but it is so sharp at f/1.4, there is not much room for improvement. You will not be disappointed with the 35mm L. It is a very fine lens optically and mechanically. « Show Less
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Brian, I think you misinterpreted my comment about the Canon XSi. I didn't have any problem with the camera itself, I said that Canon's kit lens is no match to Olympus kit lens/s and that I would need a lot of money to replace canon's with prime lens/s that match Oly's quality and focal range not mention the weight. I don't believe in investing in expensive lenses while using mid-range DSLR body. The cost of lens/s should be inline with the cost of the body something which I find Olympus doing better by providing inexpensive, good quality lenses even at their standard level.
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Amazon asked that I reply to you so I guess I must.I sold this lens and the Panasonic camera about 4 years ago. It did not do much for me. I am much happier with a good DSLR and telephoto lenses. Sorry I cannot be of more help.
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I have that exact combo and absolutely love it. Unfortunately, I can't compare it to the Olympus 17mm, but I can tell you it is a fantastic lens!
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$ 650 for D40 is way to high. where are you buying this from. Available on amazon with kit lens for $ 460.
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If you are really talking about the 18-300mm the older model is bigger and heavier with the same optic specs. The new one, $100 cheaper, has very good image quality and does macro close ups very well. This lens supplements my 150-500mm lens. This lens is 67mm and does not come with a hood. I am very happy with this lens
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I am not sure what 55-300 lens you are referring to but generally speaking the cost of a lens is dependent on two things. One, the width of the close up to wide angle i.e 55 vs 70 to 300. The longer one would be more. Two, the f stop of the lens. The lower the more expensive because the lens has a wider range of optium focus. These are big generalities but this should give you some idea why one lens might be more expensive than another. It all depends what you want to do with the lens and the type of pictures you want to take. I take a lot of sports for my grandkids so faster and wider range of focus is important to me. Goodluck.
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USM lenses uses a non motor to focus and it has less vibration. is it worth the difference, perhaps to a professional or a real dedicated photographer. I guess if I had the bucks I'd have many great lenses. The lense you have in question, this one sells for less then $150 in my opinion is not a great lense and has a short life span.
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I love this lens, but yes... I DO think you should save up for the IS version. I wish I would have. I was just a beginner not knowing what I was purchasing at the time. I am totally kicking myself now. :( Its not terrible, but I think the IS would be much better. In my honest opinion