09-12-2012, 08:06 PM
[quote name='da_bradler' timestamp='1347474665' post='20068']
Outrageous price/performance score! This lens is $1300 USD! the Tamron 24-70 F/2.8 VC costs the same as this lens, and that's with a REAL 24-70mm.
I feel like Panasonic have been drinking their own magic focal length equivalence koolaid, they have convinced themselves that the equivalent focal length IS the focal length.
I understand you guys can't just trounce these lens, but come on. We are talking about a lens that gives you the same field of view/depth of field as a 35mm film kit lens.
I love the system because of the size, but these guys have no interest in selling to people with a second camera, these aren't even enthusiast prices, these are prices you expect on professional gear.
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The lens is unique in the MFT lineup.This uniqueness is taken into account here.
Outrageous price/performance score! This lens is $1300 USD! the Tamron 24-70 F/2.8 VC costs the same as this lens, and that's with a REAL 24-70mm.
I feel like Panasonic have been drinking their own magic focal length equivalence koolaid, they have convinced themselves that the equivalent focal length IS the focal length.
I understand you guys can't just trounce these lens, but come on. We are talking about a lens that gives you the same field of view/depth of field as a 35mm film kit lens.
I love the system because of the size, but these guys have no interest in selling to people with a second camera, these aren't even enthusiast prices, these are prices you expect on professional gear.
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The lens is unique in the MFT lineup.This uniqueness is taken into account here.