[OM] Re: Question about Zuiko Macro Lens

[Jeff Keller]

The 80mm is intended for macro only. It is optimized for very close focus. 
Both the 90mm f2 and the 135mm f4.5 work very well as "normal" lenses.
-jeff

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ali" <oly-zooko@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>


> Question regarding Zuiko Macro Lenses. Since I do not own one yet but
> sort of keeping an eye out. Is a Macro strictly used for macro
> work/close-ups or can the lens be used to take "normal" photos? For
> example: Could I use an 80mm Macro in the place of a standard 50mm?
> Might sound like a dumb question but I thought I would ask.
>
> Thanks.
>
> - Ali


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