George writes:
> > * a 100-200mm f/5 S Zuiko Zoom in exchange for a 200mm f/5 MC Zuiko
>
> Hmmm ... What is the condition of the 200 MC?
10- (Mint, preowned) with case in same condition. The only blemish is a
single, minute bright spot at the edge of the hood, but without metal pitting
- easily retouched. Folks in the know will be aware this had perhaps the
shortest multi-coating production run of all Zuikos (maybe as short as 4
months). To me, it makes no sense to have to carry a lens in its never ready
case surrounded by a protective bag because you know it's uncommon and a
collectable and can't be damaged.
Glad to hear about your contact with Smile regarding their 180mm f/2 Zuiko. I
didn't consider their new price of $2995 realistic. Heck, it isn't even in
production, to the best of my knowledge. Reminds me of the guy price heckling
me over the OM-3Ti. "But I can get this for $1295 out of NYC," is his remark.
He is clueless that it might never arrive despite a credit card debit, or that
it will be missing the focusing screen and battery, or whatever other ploy can
be foisted on this naive chap. His rejoiner: "They are as low as $395 at
camera shows." Um, there is a difference in the OM-3 and 3Ti, eh? Can you
imagine the condition of a $395 OM-3 being resold at a camera show?
Gary Reese
Las Vegas, NV
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