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Olympus 50mm f/2.0 Macro ED Zuiko Digital Lens

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★★★★★
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Pros

  • Sharp focus (58)
  • Lightweight (52)
  • Consistent output (47)
  • Quality construction (43)
  • Durable (39)
  • Easily interchangeable (34)
  • Rugged (23)
  • Fast focus (9)
  • Easy to clean (8)
  • Quiet (3)
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Cons

  • Slow focus (14)
  • Auto focus ,hard in dark (1)
  • Barrel extends to focus (1)
  • Not too goodlooking (1)
  • Pricey (1)

Best Uses

  • Portraits (42)
  • General purpose (27)
  • Macro (27)
  • Night photography (20)
  • Special effects (10)
  • Wildlife (6)
  • Landscapes (5)
  • Macro and portraits (5)
  • Back-up (3)
  • Professional work (3)
 
 
 

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Olympus 50mm f/2.0 Macro ED Zuiko Digital Lens

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Olympus 50mm f/2.0 Macro ED Zuiko Digital Lens Reviews

 

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Olympus 50mm f/2.0 Macro ED Zuiko Digital Lens Review

Great all around lens, super for macro.

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Quick Focus
  • Rugged
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
 

"This lens is absolutely wonderful! Great for macro, you don't need to get to close to your subject but definitely can. I use this more as my all purpose lens for portraits and some wildlife stuff, mainly for "what the human eye sees". The only problem I have run into is forgetting that the focal len …"  Read Full Review »

A far shot of neighbors barn

A far shot of neighbors barn
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My Nephew

My Nephew
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 26 2009
Abram
Agency, Missouri
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $449.99
 
 

Olympus 50mm f/2.0 Macro ED Zuiko Digital Lens Review

BEAUTIFUL lens!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Quiet
  • Sharp Focus

    Cons

  • Slow Focus

    Best Uses

  • Macro
  • Night Photography
  • Portraits
  • Professional Work
 

"This is a beautiful lens! Rarely have I been this excited about any of my purchases. It has taken a little adjustment for me to use a prime lens after using the Olympus 18-180 zoom. When I don't need the zoom (or the wide angle) of that lens, however, this one is tons better! It takes wonderfully cl …"  Read Full Review »

E-300, f2.2, 1/80, ISO100

E-300, f2.2, 1/80, ISO100
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Beautiful Bokeh! E-300, f2.0, 1/6, ISO400

Beautiful Bokeh! E-300, f2.0, 1/6, ISO400
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 18 2007
snowweasel
Knoxville, TN
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $449.99
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Olympus 50mm f/2.0 Macro ED Zuiko Digital Lens Review

Most have lens

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Quiet
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Back-Up
  • General Use
  • Portraits
  • Wildlife
 

"This is the lens I keep on the Camera. I swicth out if I need zooming capabilities but this is my number 1 lens. Portaits are spectacular. Close-ups are amazing. I took a piture of a fly and clearly saw the hairs on it's butt. Checkout the attached picture of "Lizzy" taken from about 6" away. …"  Read Full Review »

Lizzy the lizard

Lizzy the lizard
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 11 2007
D-mick
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $449.99
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Olympus 50mm f/2.0 Macro ED Zuiko Digital Lens Review

Fast lens for Olympus DSLR

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easily Mounted
  • Lightweight
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Portraits
  • Travel
 

"The 50mm f/2.0 lens is an excellent prime lens. DOF is as advertised. The depth of field takes getting used to because it is so much more powerful than the 18-180mm lens. For a great portrait lens, and a fantastic macro shot of spring flowers, this lens can't be beat! "

Spring Crocus (1/90 f4.5 ISO 100)

Spring Crocus (1/90 f4.5 ISO 100)
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 26 2007
Bob W
Indianapolis, IN
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $449.99
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Olympus 50mm f/2.0 Macro ED Zuiko Digital Lens Review

More than just a Macro

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus
  • Smooth bokeh
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Macro addition to 14-35 z
  • Night Photography
  • Portrait
  • Special Effects
  • Upgrade
 

"Incredible sharpness by F3.5. The small lens dimensions and the compact dimensions of an Olympus camera really add to the possibilities with Live View "

VIPER

VIPER
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Keyboard Impressionist

Keyboard Impressionist
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 9 2009
Ed
Baltimore Washington
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  • Professional
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Price: $449.99
 
 
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