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Sparrow · 11-30-2006

stop it with the dirty talk

Igor.Burshteyn · 11-30-2006

oh yeah - another OM addict. I use my OM1n more than other gear I have - it just feels right in hand. Wonderfull optics can be had for a song - I got my mint OM 135mm f2.8 for $30. That 50mm f1.8 MiJ (considered as a body cap by some) is very sharp. Mine has filter thread damaged and some dirt inside but who cares - it takes wonderfull pictures :>

back alley · 11-30-2006

we should start our own oly club!

joe

Trius · 11-30-2006

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Originally Posted by Igor.Burshteyn

oh yeah - another OM addict. I use my OM1n more than other gear I have - it just feels right in hand. Wonderfull optics can be had for a song - I got my mint OM 135mm f2.8 for $30. That 50mm f1.8 MiJ (considered as a body cap by some) is very sharp. Mine has filter thread damaged and some dirt inside but who cares - it takes wonderfull pictures :>

Igor: Nice shot! the miJs, as you know were the last iteration of the 50/1.8, and are the best. As dreammoose (aka Georgia's #1 Curmudgeon) pointed out, the late series of 50/1.4s are extremely good as well, and then there's the 50/2 Macro, which I could only hope to acquire as a Fang.... and the 135/2.8 for $30 is definite Fang territory as well!

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Originally Posted by back alley

we should start our own oly club!

joe

Well, maybe the big cheese will set up an Oly forum and we can sneak in OM threads. And how about a bulk purchase of the OM-M adapter? Cameraquest doesn't stock them, but I'd love to be able to use some of my OM glass on a Bessa T.

back alley · 11-30-2006

we could meet over at dslr now that's it's open to non digital as well.

we would have to lobby jorge to start an oly section.

joe

Archie · 11-30-2006

well a oly section would be cool, as I hope to get a RD soon.

for all guys who want to create their own RD, check out: http://stores.ebay.de/worldwidecamer...erapartsQQtZkm

maybe you can gather all parts

BillBingham2 · 11-30-2006

I'm not sure jorge would be open to it, it opens a slippery slope for pureists and all. But on the other hand, worst he could say is no, no?

B2 (;->

Trius · 11-30-2006

I see an Oly forum here as primarily RF ... that certainly wouldn't be created on DSLR!

Archie: That would be one expensive RD!

back alley · 11-30-2006

i meant an oly section on dslr that we could use for om chat.
dslr is no longer strictly digital.

anyway...all the 'won' gear has been paid for (money orders mailed) so now it's waiting time and seeing if any of it gets here by christmas.

thorirv has already posted the winder even before my payment was mailed.

joe

Trius · 11-30-2006

Yeah, joe, I know what you meant, but I still like the idea of an OLY RF forum here. I wouldn't log in to DSLR just for an OM discussion; RFF is my "home" ... that may be sick/sad, but right now it's the way it is!

back alley · 11-30-2006

i'd give it to you earl if i had the power.

tom_f77 · 11-30-2006

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Originally Posted by Trius

...the miJs, as you know were the last iteration of the 50/1.8, and are the best. As dreammoose (aka Georgia's #1 Curmudgeon) pointed out, the late series of 50/1.4s are extremely good as well, and then there's the 50/2 Macro, which I could only hope to acquire as a Fang....

...and my current favourite, the 50/1.2:

http://www.pbase.com/tom_77/image/71016219

So many 50s, so little time. More than that deer, though...

Tom

Trius · 11-30-2006

Poor deer ... yeah, I omitted the 50/1.2 (you lucky cad) because even though I know its reputation, I've never even seen one, much less used it.

Hey ... wtf!!! I left the OM list partly to get away from OM GAS!!!

MelanieC · 11-30-2006

Yes, an Olympus forum would be nice please.

tom_f77 · 12-01-2006

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Poor deer ... yeah, I omitted the 50/1.2 (you lucky cad) because even though I know its reputation, I've never even seen one, much less used it.

Very lucky! I just happened to be online when Bill Barber posted one for sale - first of four "yes pleases" in about 30 seconds.

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Hey ... wtf!!! I left the OM list partly to get away from OM GAS!!!

Sorry! I'll shut up now

Tom

Trius · 12-01-2006

It's OK, Tom. I'm addicted, so I can't really blame you, you enabler.

I'll let Bill know his effect lingers on ... He's a great guy. He sent me a 100/2.8 free as it was surplus to him and had a bent filter ring. Still works fine for me and is supplemental to my original silvernose 100 which needs a good CLA.

back alley · 12-01-2006

which would you guys recommend, the 100 or the 85, as a possible next lens after the 200. and which version?

joe

Sparrow · 12-01-2006

90 or 100 f2 if your dead lucky 100 f2.8 in the real world

I shouldn’t even be reading this

tom_f77 · 12-01-2006

Good question!

The two are very similar; basically the same design as I understand it. I had the 100/2.8 and eventually picked up an 85/2 and kept that; I like the extra stop and I didn't really miss the extra length. The look is very similar though.

The 100/2.8 is more often to be had at bargain prices.

As to which version - that's more complicated; people generally look for late multicoated versions, but there are some who much prefer certain earlier types; particularly the 100/2.8.

Not a very helpful answer, I guess! They're all good though.

Tom

oscroft · 12-01-2006

So they're called "Fangs", eh? My best Oly Fangs include my 28-48, which cost me £36 - approx $65 (I bought it in a kit and that was the balance after I'd sold off the rest). I also got a 100/2.8 and an OM2n for £60 (~$110) for the two (again after buying a whole kit and selling off the rest) - the 100/2.8 is a superb lens. And last week I got a 75-150 for £23 (~$42), when they usually seem to go for more than £30 in the UK.

Buying whole kits and selling on the stuff I don't want - unless it's junk - seems to me to be the best way to get bargains (I got my FED 3 and J-9 effectively free that way), but the downside is the temptation to keep more stuff than I intend.

oscroft · 12-01-2006

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The two are very similar; basically the same design as I understand it. I had the 100/2.8 and eventually picked up an 85/2 and kept that; I like the extra stop and I didn't really miss the extra length. The look is very similar though

Generally I think around 75 to 85 is my favourite telephoto length, but I really do like my 100/2.8. I don't have the 85/2, but it's been on my shopping list for a long time - they always go for too high a price for me. But if the design and look are essentially the same as the 100, I might just have to raise my price limit.

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As to which version - that's more complicated; people generally look for late multicoated versions, but there are some who much prefer certain earlier types; particularly the 100/2.8

All of my Oly lenses are later multicoated ones, bar one - I have a single coated 50/1.4 silvernose, which is really nice for b&w. In an ideal world (or at least, with an ideal bank account), I think I'd have a set of multicoated lenses for colour and a set of silvernose lenses for b&w.

Trius · 12-01-2006

If I had the funds the 90 would be my choice ... has a close focus range (it's called "macro" but isn't truly macro), but yeah, in the real world 100/2.8. I like having one older one (silver nose) and one newer one.

Right ... with an ideal bank account to start with; after assembling to lens kits it would no longer be ideal! But then what about the "middle range"? I.e., start with earliest silver noses and a stable of latest MCs, but there were some intermediate models that might be interesting ... OMG (OMGas)

oscroft · 12-01-2006

A couple of people have mentioned the 200/4, but I've got at least half an eye open for a 200/5. I'd want it mainly for traveling to bright sunny places, so the small size and weight would win over the wider aperture. If anyone has one, I'd be interested to know what it's like.

tom_f77 · 12-01-2006

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Originally Posted by oscroft

A couple of people have mentioned the 200/4, but I've got at least half an eye open for a 200/5. I'd want it mainly for traveling to bright sunny places, so the small size and weight would win over the wider aperture. If anyone has one, I'd be interested to know what it's like.

Can't help with that one, I'm afraid... I do have a 100-200/5 zoom you can try though if you like

ClaremontPhoto · 12-01-2006

The 28-48 is my favorite OM lens. I use it far more than the 50 or the 135.