10-28-2013, 11:06 AM
I too would look at the 12-40mm f2.8 instead, if looking at MFT.
Another lighter alternative from an unexpected "angle":
Canon EOS 100D: 407 grams
Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.5-4.5 USM: 368 grams
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 IS STM: 205 grams
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS STM; 375 grams
So that makes for UWA combination: 775 grams (1024 grams for your current setup).
For the standard zoom combination: 612 grams (vs. 950 grams).
And the 55-250mm may just approach the IQ from your 300mm f4, while being a LOT lighter. And offering IS.
Total weight just 1355 grams.
While being a tad more heavy than the NEX combination and the above mentioned Olympus combination, you still have an OVF (something I personally value). But that may not be an important aspect for you.
Another lighter alternative from an unexpected "angle":
Canon EOS 100D: 407 grams
Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.5-4.5 USM: 368 grams
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 IS STM: 205 grams
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS STM; 375 grams
So that makes for UWA combination: 775 grams (1024 grams for your current setup).
For the standard zoom combination: 612 grams (vs. 950 grams).
And the 55-250mm may just approach the IQ from your 300mm f4, while being a LOT lighter. And offering IS.
Total weight just 1355 grams.
While being a tad more heavy than the NEX combination and the above mentioned Olympus combination, you still have an OVF (something I personally value). But that may not be an important aspect for you.