Both the 100/2.8 and 200/5 are quite small and very nice on an OM. I
generally use the 135/4.5 macro as a prime telephoto and like it.
The Tamron SP 80-200/2.8 (about $270) is one of the nicest zooms for an OM
but it is big. Other than weight I've never been disappointed by it. I also
like and often carry the Zuiko 50-250/5 (about $400) but many list members
aren't thrilled with its bokeh. The Zuiko 65-200/4 (about $150) often has
un-removable haze on an internal element but is otherwise well regarded. The
Tamron SP 60-300 (about $100) is well regarded by many.
I'm surprised that you are disappointed with your Tamron SP 35-105/2.8. They
are quite well regarded. You should test it carefully and consider sending
it to Tamron in New York if it isn't living up to its reputation. If yours
will deliver then you would only need to consider something longer. Either a
Tamron SP 180/2.5 or Zuiko 180/2.8 (high serial no.) will work with a 1.4x
teleconverter and are nice.
-jeff
> -----Original Message-----
> From: olympus-owner@xxxxxxxxxx
> [mailto:olympus-owner@xxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of usher99@xxxxxxx
> Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2005 12:44 PM
> To: olympus@xxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [OM] Best collection of lenses for OM-2 and ? new digital
>
>
> The new Tamron zoom with
> adaptall mount (?35-105) with ED glass seems to be di
> sappointing. Appreciate any thoughts esp on telephoto prime
> or telephoto zoom.
> Mike
>
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