Actually, if Michael is looking for a lightweight lens for
backpacking/hiking, and can live with a bit slower & shorter lens at the
long end the 35-70 3.5-4.5 is a great alternative - fairly readily
available, very lightweight, and has a close focusing mode. (Olympus
optimistically calls it Macro.) The 35-80, while a fine lens, is a bit
of a tank!
Jim
Walt Wayman wrote:
> An alternative might be the 35-80/2.8, but the chances of getting one of
> those is just about nill. I'm thinking about locking mine up in the safe. :-)
>
> Walt
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