Comments about Olympus Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 II Zuiko ED Digital SLR Zoom Lens for E1, E300 & E500 Cameras:

I was looking for a bigger aperature replacement for my 14-42mm kit lens, this is just right, allows a noticable amount of telephoto to the end.

The 12-60mm would have been nice too, but not so nice to the wallet. So the 14-54mm II is a good replacement in the lack of money scenario.

If you have the cash to blow, I recommend the 12-60mm, especially if you have an e-3/30, but for us E520 users, the 14-54mm does great at almost half the cost.

It's nice and weather sealed, so I'm not afraid to take it out in the rain, while I fear for my e-520 body, but I always put some plastic bagging over the body to protect it, it's pretty freeing to know I can take it out and not worry too much about it.

Zoom is smooth, focus is by wire, which is how most OLY lenses are, so that would be the only advantage really the 12-60mm has aside from SWD motor.

Overall, I'm glad I I got it, it has improved my ability to take photos, i've taken some near-macro shots that look amazing with this lens so far, so I feel it is very versatile.

Comments about Olympus Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 II Zuiko ED Digital SLR Zoom Lens for E1, E300 & E500 Cameras:

I just love this lens, I upgrade from the kit 14-42... big difference!!!! It really worth it.

You would not see it, until you get it.

Comments about Olympus Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 II Zuiko ED Digital SLR Zoom Lens for E1, E300 & E500 Cameras:

This lens has replaced a dimmer and less contrast 14-42 mm kit lens. The focusing is faster and also it easier to focus manually with this lens. The lens is heavier than the kit lens 14-42 but the positive the camera is more stable with this lens attached.
I would recommend this lens to my friends with no hesitation.
Leo

Comments about Olympus Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 II Zuiko ED Digital SLR Zoom Lens for E1, E300 & E500 Cameras:

Nice fast lens, quick to focus, good optics.

Comments about Olympus Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 II Zuiko ED Digital SLR Zoom Lens for E1, E300 & E500 Cameras:

The olympus 14-54 is a great overall lens gives great details every time, not to great for low light this lens should be given out instead of the olympus 14-42 (a good basic lens) worth the money you can pick it up at adorama for .....

Comments about Olympus Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 II Zuiko ED Digital SLR Zoom Lens for E1, E300 & E500 Cameras:

This is a very nice all-around lens. The build quality is great, just as you would expect from a high grade lens. The weight is no problem at all. Although heavier than the kit lens, it is still relatively light and does not feel out of place on the E-510. The image quality is excellent and it also produces a nice bokeh.

I was thinking of getting the 12-60mm lens, but since I already have the 11-22mm I opted for this one instead. I do not regret my decision.

Comments about Olympus Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 II Zuiko ED Digital SLR Zoom Lens for E1, E300 & E500 Cameras:

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