mfs's reviews

  • Olympus 50-200mm f/2.8-3.5 Zuiko Digital

    9 out of 10 points and recommended
    Light weight, sharpness, fast
    Not stabilized

    I used this lens extensively on an African trip shooting wildlife. The light weight was a real plus as we had severe weight restrictions due to small aircraft transfers.

    The results were rather remarkable considering the now relatively low resolution of the E-1.

    I have made cropped prints of animal faces up to 20 x 24 inches, and I am continually astounded at the sharpness of the facial features, smooth bokeh, and even illumination across the frame from edge to edge.

    The only complaint is the lack of image stabilization. I hope that the new version of the E1 contains some form of sensor stabilization to help to realize the full potential of this lens.

    Every time I think that I should sell the E system, I remember the quaiity of this lens, and I hope that the new version of the E-1 body will justify my decision to keep the lenses that I own.

    reviewed October 23rd, 2005 (purchased for $1,000)

  • Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 Zuiko Digital

    9 out of 10 points and recommended
    light weight, sharpness, fast
    none

    This is a good all around performer which has good to excellent sharpness. It is again limited by the E-1's relatively low resolution, and noisy sensor.

    Hopefully, the E-1's sucessor will better demonstrate this lens's performance.

    reviewed October 23rd, 2005 (purchased for $500)