One comment I wanted to make concerning what I've learned personally as
far as good quality shots; the lens almost doesn't matter as much as the
amount of stray light you prevent.
On a trip through Oregon; my friend and I were taking pics everywhere, I
had a carshade (the double circle ones that look like 2 light disks
joined together) and when he shot, I'd provide shade for him, and visa
versa. Well, a few he shot without "shade" and the washout in color was
incredible.
I also noticed that the shots I made with the lens hood on my 50mm were
a lot sharper and clearer in color and contrast compared to no hood. So
it makes me wonder about some of these "lens tests".
The Zuiko's don't lose to anybody though; people have commented how
sharp my pictures are;
Another thing is; to an audience who is used to p&s with plastic lenses
or lenses that are super slow like f8-f11 zooms, they are amazed at
Zuiko quality.
Albert
Brian Swale wrote:
Hi folks,
As has been obvious, I've been looking at lens tests and lens capability with
more than usual interest during recent months. Spurred on by things done in
conjunction with this group.
During the last week or so I've been looking at lens tests done during the last
3 - 4 years, and two aspects seem apparent; at least for some of the lenses.
(a) Some of the lenses have quite excellent resolution and contrast - much
ahead of lens performance of 15 - 20 years ago.
(b) Some of the lenses actually have their best performance (by these
criteria), wide open or near maximum opening.
Brian
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