Olympus equipment.
Oct 23, 2014 12:09:39 #
riveroakes3
Loc: SoCal
So I have an Olympus E-620, and I'm trying to buy a 70-300mm Zuiko 4/3 lens. Any idea on where I could find one for under $370 (not used) also what would be the largest size print for a 12 megapixel DSLR? could I beef up the dpi above 300 and maybe get a larger size print?
Oct 23, 2014 12:28:24 #
Oct 23, 2014 12:31:21 #
See this discussion on resolution and print size: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-254184-1.html#4276784
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Photo Start Sheet.
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Oct 23, 2014 12:32:58 #
riveroakes3 wrote:
So I have an Olympus E-620, and I'm trying to buy a 70-300mm Zuiko 4/3 lens. Any idea on where I could find one for under $370 (not used) also what would be the largest size print for a 12 megapixel DSLR? could I beef up the dpi above 300 and maybe get a larger size print?
That may not be easy. I (quickly) Googled that lens, price seems to run between $300 and $429.
I have that lens, although I don't use it that much now - most of the time my 50-200mm lens has enough reach.
As to print size, I have the E-5, also a 12MP camera, maximum pixel dimensions are 4032 x 3024, making an excellent print at 14 x 10 inches - calculated at 300 pixels per inch.
You can print somewhat larger, maybe go to 250 ppi, and get a print at 16 x 12 inches or even 20 x 15 inches (at 200 ppi).
I wouldn't go lower than that, afraid of deterioration of print quality.
BTW, ppi = pixels per inch = image dimensions or size.
dpi = dots per inch = how many dots of ink your printer lays on the paper per inch. I always ignore dpi, as it is not relevant to how I edit the photos or how large I want them printed. It's the lab's problem as I never do my own printing.
Oct 23, 2014 12:40:18 #
Why not a used 70-300?
http://www.keh.com/240638/olympus-70-300mm-f-4-5-6-zuiko-ed-autofocus-lens-for-four-thirds-system-58
As for printing...there are quite a few variables, but this should get you in the range.
http://www.photographyicon.com/enlarge/
From my personal experience (former 620 user for a little over a year), 11x14 prints really nicely from it.
http://www.keh.com/240638/olympus-70-300mm-f-4-5-6-zuiko-ed-autofocus-lens-for-four-thirds-system-58
As for printing...there are quite a few variables, but this should get you in the range.
http://www.photographyicon.com/enlarge/
From my personal experience (former 620 user for a little over a year), 11x14 prints really nicely from it.
Oct 23, 2014 12:57:27 #
Oct 23, 2014 13:02:29 #
Oct 23, 2014 13:05:20 #
riveroakes3 wrote:
I have the standard 14-42 and 40-150. What are you asking for the 70-300?
You should get his 14-54 as well...it was one of my favorite lenses on the 4/3 system.
Oct 23, 2014 13:09:58 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
My printer specifies 170 ppi minimum, though I usually send them at least 240 ppi and often 300 ppi files.
However, you aren't taking into account the potential to uprez your images. With reasonable care and some of the better softwares, you aren't restricted to the native resolution of the camera at all, although that's the easiest thing to do. I've made excellent quality 16x24" prints from 6 and 8MP cameras. I've seen others do even more uprezzing very successfully.
However, you aren't taking into account the potential to uprez your images. With reasonable care and some of the better softwares, you aren't restricted to the native resolution of the camera at all, although that's the easiest thing to do. I've made excellent quality 16x24" prints from 6 and 8MP cameras. I've seen others do even more uprezzing very successfully.
Oct 24, 2014 20:11:29 #
Cdouthitt wrote:
You should get his 14-54 as well...it was one of my favorite lenses on the 4/3 system.
Absolutely... the 14-54 absolutely smokes any of the lenses packaged with the Oly E Dslr's in kit form, and it's an f2.8 aperture, and weatherproofed.
I've owned three of the 14-54's and not a bad one in the lot.
In fact, the 14-54 is so close the the image quality of the MUCH higher prices Zuiko 12-60 in 4/3 mount, I would never consider spending the money for the 12-60.
The 14-54 and the 70-30 would put you in fine stead for some great shots throughout the range.
I used one of my 14-54 series I (or Mark I) lenses on my micro 4/3. Great success, although the focus is a bit slow because of the large lens parts being moved by the tiny PEN AF motor.
Oct 25, 2014 01:37:42 #
riveroakes3
Loc: SoCal
I'm actually considering buying that lens. After I purchase my 70-300. I got a field pass to shoot on the sidelines of my high schools next football game. Soo I need that immediately.
Oct 25, 2014 02:49:34 #
wdross
Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
riveroakes3 wrote:
I'm actually considering buying that lens. After I purchase my 70-300. I got a field pass to shoot on the sidelines of my high schools next football game. Soo I need that immediately.
I also have the 14-54 f2.8/3.5 for my E-M5. Excellent lens. But based on the fact that you plan to shoot football, I think the two best choices would be the 50-200 f2.8/3.5 (100-400 in 35 mm equivalent) or the new 40-150 f2.8 (80-300 in 35 mm equivalent) if it is now available. Both will have wide enough apertures for sport shooting versus the f4/5.6 of the 75-300. This will also allow for faster tracking and focus. Have fun with whatever you should chose.
Oct 25, 2014 03:25:57 #
riveroakes3
Loc: SoCal
I would love to get those lenses but I'm short by a few hundred for those lenses... still looking though
Oct 25, 2014 09:44:45 #
wdross wrote:
...snip... or the new 40-150 f2.8 (80-300 in 35 mm equivalent) if it is now available...snip...
I got an e-mail from Olympus just last week, they're supposed to start shipping that lens by mid-November. It wasn't clear if that was to those who pre-ordered or to the stores as well.
Oct 25, 2014 09:51:17 #
riveroakes3 wrote:
I would love to get those lenses but I'm short by a few hundred for those lenses... still looking though
Many years ago, I put a jar on my computer desk and once a week I put all the coins from my purse into that jar.
Also put all the deposit money from various bottles and jars into that jar. It's amazing how fast the amount grows - if you can resist the temptation to take out $5 for this or $10 for that.
With some birthday money and an income-tax refund I had enough in about 18 months to pay cash for a laptop!
Right now I've saved up enough money again to pay for that new lens when it is released next month!
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