The Vivitar Series 1 28-90mm is a much better lens than the 28-105, and is
f2.8 for most of its range. (at 90mm it changes to 3.5, a 1/3 stop
difference). Its generally available in excellent shape on ebay for about
$140-$150. A better choice, unless you need it specifically to say "Zuiko".
Larry
Tom Scales wrote:
> I can't comment on the Vivitar, but you should be able to find a very nice
> 35-105 Zuiko in the $200 RANGE.
>
> Tom
>
> Hi,
>
> I've been away from the Olympus Mailing List for a while, but I'm back
> to see what's up.
>
> I'm itching to buy a prime zoom lens.
>
> I know this borders on heresy, but I'm stuck trying to decide on a Zuiko
> 35-105mm F3.5-4.5, or a third party lens -- a Vivitar Series1 28-105mm
> F2.8-3.8 for a little under $200 new.
>
> I've read the lens tests on the FAQ page, and done some digging in the
> archives of the list, but I'm wondering what other peoples' hands-on
> experiences and opinions are of these two lenses -- particularly if
> you've had the opportunity to use both of these.
>
> Also, what's reasonable to expect to pay for a used Zuiko 35-105mm
> F3.5-4.5? I've seen prices all over the board, and that's got me
> wondering...
>
> - Craig
>
> Craig Cunningham
> mailto: ccunningham@xxxxxxxxxx
> or
> mailto: craig.cunningham@xxxxxxxxxx
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