Gary,
I'll throw my two cents in. I've seen quite a few different lenses, but
probably know more about the Zuikos.
The 65-200/4 is a fine lens. Be careful though, as some (maybe even many) of
them seem to have a problem with an internal lens element fogging, I believe
from oil. Can't comment on the 70-210, but it has a good reputation.
A lens to consider is the Tamron 60-300. I like mine a lot. Not quite as
fast, so it is an outdoor lens, but the range is perfect. They can be had
in the $100-150 range, so they're affordable too.
I am sure others will jump in.
Toms
----- Original Message -----
From: "Gary M. Teller" <gmteller@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, April 04, 2003 9:41 PM
Subject: [OM] Looking for opinions on 2 lenses
> Hi,
>
> I'm a recent subscriber to the group. After lurking for about 3 weeks I
> must say that I've thoroughly enjoyed the variety of discourse presented
> although it's sometimes difficult to keep my eyes from glazing over while
> scanning past all the quoted text looking for replies or new postings.
>
> After owning an OM-1n for about 25 years I've decided to take it and
myself
> a bit more seriously. One of the first things I want to do is purchase a
> zoom lens...I'd be interested in hearing your comments on two particular
ones:
>
> Zuiko 65-200, f4 macro
>
> Vivitar Series 1 70-210, f 3.5 (the one with 67 mm threads--is seems the
67
> mm model is looked upon more favorably by ebayers.)
>
> I've been watching both on ebay and now have a feel for what I should
> expect to bid/pay. I'm also looking at a Vivitar in person. Everything
> seems OK with the exception of some stiffness in sliding the
> zoom...especially from 210 to 70. Is this a common problem to this brand
&
> series? Is there a remedy for this that won't harm the lens?
>
> As to other zooms...well, since you guys don't seem too shy about
> expressing opinions feel free to express.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Gary Teller
>
>
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