Rusty69
Loc: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
I just found a nice tele lens on sale locally - Zuiko 75-300 mm, for my M43 Oly (that's 150-600 as a 35mm equivalent, for those who don't follow this format). I already have a great 14-150, but it drives me crazy that every time the hummers come to my yard, the distance from my walkout denies me enough detail at full zoom.
So, please tell me I am not crazy. I am in my eighties, and I just got paid for some freelance work. My wife says "treat yourself". Does it make sense to buy a lens that may only get used once or twice a year. We can't travel anywhere until Covid settles down, and this part of Ontario is a far cry from landscape scenic. I do already have a bridge camera with a 30x zoom and great IQ, but I really want to put it away and focus on mastering the Olympus fully before I die. So, is it GAS? Please be kind with your comments.
Any other good suggestions to extend the use of this lens would also be welcomed.
boberic
Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander
If you want it get it. Life's too short to deny yourself any thing you can easily afford
If the hummers come to your yard, that could be every sunny day all summer, like 45- to 60-days if you work at them regularly. The range of this zoom is what you'll need. But, birds / birds-in-flight can become a slippery slope. You might find a tripod / monopod and lawnchair help in the capture process.
Rusty69 wrote:
I just found a nice tele lens on sale locally - Zuiko 75-300 mm, for my M43 Oly (that's 150-600 as a 35mm equivalent, for those who don't follow this format). I already have a great 14-150, but it drives me crazy that every time the hummers come to my yard, the distance from my walkout denies me enough detail at full zoom.
So, please tell me I am not crazy. I am in my eighties, and I just got paid for some freelance work. My wife says "treat yourself". Does it make sense to buy a lens that may only get used once or twice a year. We can't travel anywhere until Covid settles down, and this part of Ontario is a far cry from landscape scenic. I do already have a bridge camera with a 30x zoom and great IQ, but I really want to put it away and focus on mastering the Olympus fully before I die. So, is it GAS? Please be kind with your comments.
Any other good suggestions to extend the use of this lens would also be welcomed.
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Do it. You're on your '80s and still professionally active? Like your Wife said, treat yourself.
Rusty69 wrote:
I just found a nice tele lens on sale locally - Zuiko 75-300 mm, for my M43 Oly (that's 150-600 as a 35mm equivalent, for those who don't follow this format). I already have a great 14-150, but it drives me crazy that every time the hummers come to my yard, the distance from my walkout denies me enough detail at full zoom.
So, please tell me I am not crazy. I am in my eighties, and I just got paid for some freelance work. My wife says "treat yourself". Does it make sense to buy a lens that may only get used once or twice a year. We can't travel anywhere until Covid settles down, and this part of Ontario is a far cry from landscape scenic. I do already have a bridge camera with a 30x zoom and great IQ, but I really want to put it away and focus on mastering the Olympus fully before I die. So, is it GAS? Please be kind with your comments.
Any other good suggestions to extend the use of this lens would also be welcomed.
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I would go with "Happy wife, happy life." and do what she says.
Rusty69 wrote:
I just found a nice tele lens on sale locally - Zuiko 75-300 mm, for my M43 Oly (that's 150-600 as a 35mm equivalent, for those who don't follow this format). I already have a great 14-150, but it drives me crazy that every time the hummers come to my yard, the distance from my walkout denies me enough detail at full zoom.
So, please tell me I am not crazy. I am in my eighties, and I just got paid for some freelance work. My wife says "treat yourself". Does it make sense to buy a lens that may only get used once or twice a year. We can't travel anywhere until Covid settles down, and this part of Ontario is a far cry from landscape scenic. I do already have a bridge camera with a 30x zoom and great IQ, but I really want to put it away and focus on mastering the Olympus fully before I die. So, is it GAS? Please be kind with your comments.
Any other good suggestions to extend the use of this lens would also be welcomed.
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Both my wife and I have that lens and use it sporadically but would not be without them. My advise to people when they want a new "toy" is always the same. Will it adversely affect your lifestyle if you buy it? If it will not keep yo from buying food and shelter go out and enjoy it. The Oly system is worth the effort.
Do what She Who Must Be Obeyed says, "treat yourself"
I have both lenses and use them for different purposes. The 14-150 is my walk around lens. The 75-300 is used for wildlife, zoos. I haven’t used it as much because of Covid but it would definitely be in my travel bag. I’ve found the image quality to be excellent, as in counting the cheetah’s whiskers excellent.
Rusty69
Loc: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
[quote=bikerguy]Both my wife and I have that lens and use it sporadically but would not be without them.
This was the kicker for me, as I was also hesitant about the actual lens, although I cannot find any other that is as affordable in this format, and most reviews have been favourable (I won't be using it in low light anyway).
So my thanks to you, and to all the other responders who have given me the required kick up the arse to get moving before the sale ends (the saving is $150 - not to be sneezed at).
Rusty69
Loc: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
mizzee wrote:
I have both lenses and use them for different purposes. The 14-150 is my walk around lens. The 75-300 is used for wildlife, zoos. I haven’t used it as much because of Covid but it would definitely be in my travel bag. I’ve found the image quality to be excellent, as in counting the cheetah’s whiskers excellent.
Thanks Mizzee. Another endorsement. Make me feel even more motivated. Also gives me some ideas for other uses.
BTW the 14-150 is my everyday workhorse too. Brilliant IQ for an inexpensive piece of glass.
When you end your post with "be kind in your response" does that signal a desire for positive responses? The decision logic is truly for you to make but I would think purchasing it would make your results better and you will like that. On the other hand, you can purchase a hummingbird feeder for $10 and where you place it the birds will follow. However, I don't think that will be satisfactory for your desires.
Another vote for Go For It! And I bet when you actually have it on your camera, you'll find more subjects than hummers. Make a point to use it every day, even if the closeups turn out to be abstractions. You never know what new worlds you may be opening up for yourself!!
You've read the reviews, given this some thought and you have the cash. Buy the lens if you want it. I would. And if hummingbirds are your primary target, I recommend planting some flowers around your yard that hummingbirds favor. Hummingbirds feeding on flowers are much more attractive pictures than hummingbirds hovering around hanging feeders.
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