I would suggest that a much better choice than the zuiko would be a used Vivitar
Series 1 28-90mm f2.8-3.5, (not the later 28-105mm vivitar). Extremely well made
sharp lens that does work well at 28mm, and will macro focus at that focal
length. A good example hovers around $150
Larry
Jim Couch wrote:
> I would get the Zuiko and carry the 28. I have not been real inpressed with
> the 28mm end of most zooms I have tried. In general poor edge resolution and
> an unnaceptable amunt of barrell distortion. Not sure if this is true of that
> particular lens, but in general that has been my observation.
>
> Jim Couch
>
> Charles Loeven wrote:
>
> > I would like to get some viewpoints on a dilemma I am having.
> >
> > I am looking to purchase a multi coated, not too slow but good quality
> > 28-105mm.
> > I can get a new Tokina 28-105 F3.5/4.8SZX with 62mm filter size.
> > It is from B&H photo. The cost is $189.95
> >
> > Or should I (would you) get a uses 35-105 Zuiko F3.5/4.5 with 55mm
> > filter size which I already have, and carry a Zuiko 28 3.5 in my pocket?
> > I believe I could get the zoom for $200 to $300. I already have the 28mm.
>
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