Panasonic Lumix G Vario 7-14mm f/4.0 ASPH. Lens - Micro Four Thirds Format

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Fantastic, high quality and able to get great photos.

Comments about Panasonic Lumix G Vario 7-14mm f/4.0 ASPH. Lens - Micro Four Thirds Format:

Not yet shot more than about a 100 images but I can already tell why people rave about this lens. The 14mm end is useful enough to cover shots on the fly, should the need arise while the lens is on the camera and being used more for it's fun and practical wider end. The 7mm end can be used for interesting perspectives if there are tall elements in the foreground. On the other hand where there is less in the foreground to emphasize the wide effect, one gets a fresh look at any given scene rather like the way tilt shift seems to reroute one's attention. In either case, images seem to have a lot of pop and details present well in the frame. I am not a very technical photographer so I can only say that subjectively I am utterly happy with this lens and the way that the salesman at B&H helped me with a few questions at the time of purchase. I don't really have any cons to express at this point.

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I received this lens about three weeks ago. I'm primarily using it for seascape photos, which were severely lacking in width with my other lenses. Although I only tested it on a couple of interior shots, I do intend on using it inside as well. I really like the build quality of this lens and the zoom, of course. I have the 14mm, 20mm and 25mm MFT primaries, and wanted something for below 14mm. This fits the bill perfectly and I find myself using it set at 7mm most often. I was initially undecided whether to get this or the 8mm fisheye, but I'm very happy I got this, as it keeps straight lines straight. For my work, this lens makes much more sense. No regrets.

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This lens is everything I expected and more. It's great for candid people shots. It lives permanently on my G3 and will do so until I can get a Voigtlander 25 0.95 when they will swap 50/50. The lack of image stabilization in either lens or camera is a non issue. My 2 E620s have IS and this beats them for comparable shots (11-22). Most of the time in good light you are shooting at faster than 1/1000th sec. When you need dof for landscapes its f18 and tripod time and still heaps of fun. Have just ordered a wireless remote for this combo.

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Just shot with it last weekend on my Panasonic AG-AF100, pretty fast and very sharp image. Nice and wide (even caught part of the Matte Box)

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I need a small kit for biking around in the backcountry that is more than point/shoot. I have this on my GF2 and couldn't be happier. Handles outdoor conditions well as long as the light is good. If I could only mount a filter on it...

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An compact optically superior well designed wide angle zoom lens very useful for both still and video photography. The the f stop remains the same throughout the zoom range. The auto focus is instantaneous. I have not had it long enough to judge its durabilty but I can say this one of the best lenses I have ever owned.

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Wedding: The bride with a dynamic church interior. As in Ziser type shots. This lens is way less expensive than the 14-24 Nikon. Wedding shots of this type aren't going to be 40x50 prints to be hung in a gallery. A superb 16x20 can be had, if needed. But in all likely hood, it will be about a 5x7 in a wedding album. Did I mention it is connected to a really flexible camera the Panasonic Lumix G3. A Superb combo!!! And yes, I do own and shoot with several tons of Nikon gear also.

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I'm addicted to this lens. With a GF-1 it becomes a very nice combination for street/landscape photography and the total weight is significantly lower than a D7000 body, which is a huge pro if you're going to carry the camera while hiking!

The biggest cons are the poor low light capabilities and the interference with the GF-1 integrated flash, especially at 7mm.

If this lens were faster it would very rarely come off my camera.

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I bought this lens specifically for taking interior architectural pictures for a major renovation project. I needed to be able to take as much as I could in the pictures when we visited the building.
This lens did the job as expected. The f/4.0 max aperture wasn't a problem under artificial lighting.
It is a small and light lens that fits my GH-1 like a glove!
Now I just want to try this lens outside as I'm sure it will make spectacular nature shots.
Some reviewers mentioned the fact that we can't put a filter on it. You have to be careful when you carry the camera with the lens attached as the front element protrude more than a standard lens. I would have like to put on a B&W UV filter as I do whit all my lenses but we can't with the Vario 7-14mm.
I like this lens and I recommend it for anyone who want a really wide angle.

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I love this lens. It produces very crisp, clean photos edge to edge; and I love the aspherical, very wide-angle pictures it can produce.

This lens produces results very similar to my Sigma 10-20 mm on a Nikon D90 platform. This lens technically is slightly wider than the Sigma, but you probably won't notice the difference. It is a great lens and I'm having a lot of fun with it.

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It's compact, it's fast and a pleasure to work with.
Too bad it does not accept filters and
value for money is not taken into account in rating result.

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Use this as a wide angle lens on a steadycam or glidecam with a gh1 or gh2, you will love it!

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You might do a double-take when you first see the price, but after using it you'll think it's a bargain. Yes, it's that good.

This is the kind of lens that makes the m4/3 system shine. It is compact and lightweight, offers impressive image quality, a superbly wide range, and ultrafast autofocus.

Super sharp images, no detectable drop off on the edges, no flare or distortion issues.

Of all the Panny m4/3 lenses, this one feels the most solid and well-constructed.

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I use this on my AF-100 and it rocks. Great, wide span without a crazy fisheye effect. Looks great outdoors.

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This thing is gorgeous, tiny (for a super wide), sharp, and focuses quickly and silently. I traded in my Pentax 10-17 fisheye for a native Panasonic lens and it's been well worth it. You can't put a filter on it, but that's no big deal for me.

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I use this lens with my Panasonic Lumix GF-1, for which I have a wrist strap. This camera I use for "walking around" photography, looking for striking city landscape (architecture) and people shots. Before buying the 7-14mm I was using a Nikkor 16mm with an adapter. It was an "OK" combination but this lens just blows me away. Light, excellent detail, terrific color. I could go on and still looking for something negative to say to give this credibility, but I can't. Indoor, outdoor, I've taken shots that would be impossible on the Lumix otherwise. Not cheap, but well worth the investment if you can afford it.

Comments about Panasonic Lumix G Vario 7-14mm f/4.0 ASPH. Lens - Micro Four Thirds Format:

Great wide angle range, light weight and great picture quality. Only thing could have been better is if it accepted a filter. But totally understand the optical challenge and why the front element needed to bulge out in this form factor.

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built and picture quality is undeniable! however is on the expensive side!

Comments about Panasonic Lumix G Vario 7-14mm f/4.0 ASPH. Lens - Micro Four Thirds Format:

Fantasic for avoiding stitching panoramas in this big country (Australia) and when travelling, and even for social gatherings and travel pics in crowds, when depth of field helps with speed of use. Very high quality build, zoom and focus both very smooth, autofocus quick and quiet in movies, but images look a bit soft out of the camera and benefit from some post processing.