I'm "testing" a Zuiko 200/4 lens that was in my favorite used-camera
store. It's in good (not great... just good) shape.... glass looks perfect,
no dust inside, some wear on the outside, focus is smooth but
aperature feels a bit "worn", S/N is 107467 and it exhibits a magenta
and yellow relfection so I *think* it's multicoated (???). Comes with
original caps but no case.
Their "asking" price is CDN$175.00 (US$117.00) but I can get it for
CDN$125.00 (US$84.00) if I really want it.
My questions....
1. Anyone shoot with this beastie wanna comment on the quality of its
output? How's the contrast, bokah, etc.?
2. Any comments on those prices?
3. For telephoto shots, I currently use a 75-150/4. If I need a longer
focal length, I add a Kiron 7-element 2X teleconverter. Do I really *need*
the 200/4 lens, and if so why? (Yeah, like *that* has anything to do
with it!)
Thanks, in advance, for any advice/comments offered.
Regards,
Chris
Chris,
If it says "Made in Japan" or "MC" or neither on the lens ring it is
multi-coated. If it says "SC" it is single coated.I think that would
be a really good price even in the US if it multi-coated and does not
look too bad. I think mine takes really nice pictures. It is about as
long a lens as I can hand hold steady and only a percentage of the
time then. I have frequently wished for another stop wider, but not
considering the extra size and weight that would entail. If I want to
travel sort of light/medium weight I take the 24mm, 35-80, and the
200. I don't use the 200 all that much, but it really reaches out
and gets a nice shot once in a while.
Check out Gary Reese's tests. This is a nice lens when mounted on the
right tripod and camera. I think it would be an improvement over
telephoto plus teleconverter. Easier and faster to mount too. Heavier
to carry though.
Winsor
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Long Beach, California, USA
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