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This is the power zoom one isn't it? If it is I tried one and found it impossible to get the precise framing I wanted. If that'd bother you it might be worthwhile to try before you buy. I had the more conventional 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 G Vario. There seem to be about a million similar kit lenses, this one is the tiny prime sized kit lens. I thought it was very good but I sold it as I'm not really a zoom person.
No budget really, I'm just looking to keep it small and light.
The one I was looking at is tiny about the same size as the 20mm prime.
I haven't looked at the other one.
Previously my favourite lens was the PL 12-60 but it's not exactly small. The idea now is to stick to range finder type cameras and keep the kit tiny. I have my FF system if I want big lenses and so on
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I agree with keeping it small. All 3 of my MFT cameras are RF style.
I'm not really a zoom person but I hang on to and occasionally use the Panasonic 12-35mm f2.8 but that's larger than the tiny kit lenses. As above if the maybe less than precise and maybe difficult to control power zoom might not be to your liking there's that tiny 14-42mm or the tiny 12-32mm but the lack of a focus ring has always put me off that lens.
Good luck choosing.
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I was using the 20mm 1.7 and the 12-35 2.8 on my GX80 today. Both were great to handle and the zoom isn't too big on the camera. I also took my Ricoh GRiii and the two worked well in combination (the GRiii slips nicely into my pocket). It was great having a viewfinder on the GX80, and though I know it's not the greatest EVF in the world, when compared to no EVF it's stunning. Might have to start considering a GX9, too.
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I've looked at them, played around, but no not really. I might be interested if they could be added in camera afterwards. Or if I was doing a themed photo challenge and I knew I wanted something like a High Key result, I'd experiment with shooting different subjects the the High Key filter on.
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What would you like to do?
I sometimes use the free version of Nik Filters. Might be worth a try especially as it's free but I suppose you'll need some compatible processing software to run it. I use CS5 for Nik.
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Nothing in particular.
I just read something that reminded me how much I used filters in my film days.
I just adjust in post now.
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I now have a Godox V860 iii(0) flashgun to use on my G9. Although my nikon SB900 speedlight works on it the Godox does a lot more. you would have to comare th spec on both to find out. Now waiting for a Godox X1R-N 2,4g TTL wireless flash receiver so I will have a remote flashgun without the one on /or with the one on he G9. so the Godox V860 will be the flash trigger for the remote Hopefully. neext will be getting a Gotox independant flash trigger but have to wait as "the BOSS" she moans about anything to do with buying photographic gear.
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I never used filters in my film days but these days I do sometimes fiddle with different effects. Silver Efex Pro in Nik has some east to use things as does the Analogue Efex Pro, in fact all of the things in Nik have something useable at some point and of course some things can be applied selectively within the frame. If you haven't had a look I think it is worth looking at. It's perhaps sometimes easier to apply things in Nik than to create the same effect in the more usual things, like CS5 or whatever.
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Cheers, I will take a look.
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As far as I remember the free version of Nik is now hidden away and you have to hunt for it but there may be the option of downloading a trial version of the latest version.
Just in case you want to take a look at the free version which doesn't expire, unless they kill it, I kept a link, think its here...
Just in case you want to take a look at the free version which doesn't expire, unless they kill it, I kept a link, think its here...
NIK Collection of Filters (Mac/Windows) 1.2.11 : Google/NIK : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive
Today we’re making the Nik Collection available to everyone, for free.Photo enthusiasts all over the world use the Nik Collection to get the best out of...
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Thanks very much.As far as I remember the free version of Nik is now hidden away and you have to hunt for it but there may be the option of downloading a trial version of the latest version.
Just in case you want to take a look at the free version which doesn't expire, unless they kill it, I kept a link, think its here...
NIK Collection of Filters (Mac/Windows) 1.2.11 : Google/NIK : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive
Today we’re making the Nik Collection available to everyone, for free.Photo enthusiasts all over the world use the Nik Collection to get the best out of...archive.org
Ps. Got it thanks Alan. The windows executable is still live, all 420mb of it. Surprisingly large, didn't expect that.
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Has anyone on here ever had a micro four thirds camera converted to IR? I’m looking to get one and wondering who to approach, or where I might get one from. I’m looking at getting one with a 720nm filler for b&w photos. Something like a g5 or a gf6. I’ve seen gf3s on eBay, but if I’m gonna pay over £130 for an old camera, I want a tilt screen. I saw a bloke on YouTube who managed to get what sounds like exactly what I want for £70 off mpb…. a converted g5 with 720nm filter. I’ve taken some pics with a Hoya IR filter and now want to step it up a notch
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I'm sure it's been done. Maybe someone reading this has done it or remembers someone who has.
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I have done several, mostly G3s
They are quick and easy to do, very simple compared with some makes to strip and assemble.
I would never fit the filter in the camera as it really limits your possibilities compared to a full spectrum modification plus filter on lens.
Unlike a dSLR the auto focus works perfectly, and I haven't noticed any hotspots with the 14-42 lens.
There was a seller on ebay who does a very oood job, and is very helpful, will see if I can find him if you are interested.
Thanks. If I go full spectrum, I’d need a whole bunch of different filters wouldn’t I? I’m particularly interested in black and white, so was just thinking of getting a 720nm filter put in. But like you say, a full spectrum convert will give me more to play with. I was initially just looking to get similar results to my Hoya R72 filter, but able to shoot handheld images. Does anyone know if there is any advantage to having the filter built into your camera rather than going full spectrum?
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If you know for certain you will only ever use one filter, that would be an advantage, but it then excludes so much.
What are you using your R72 filter on?
If you are using it on an unconverted camera, chances are you are not getting much IR light through. (Most digital cameras have built in filters to stop the IR light from passing through)
On a full spectrum camera, you would get a lot more, and should be able to hand hold in most situations.
I think one of n=my filters is a Hoya R72, and I have no problems not using a tripod.
I commonly use the IR filter, a red filter, blue and occasionally an orange. Different colours with different channel swaps give some very interesting results.
You will probably need to set a custom white balance to get the effect you want without too much processing.
I have been using it on an unconverted camera. So, I figured it’s not letting any IR light through. I didn’t realise the Hoya R72 filter would be the same as any other 720nm filter for a full spectrum converted camera though. I think I’m leaning more towards full spectrum now with filters, mainly because a filter could turn it back to a normal camera anyway. I’ve got an em10iii I could convert. I don’t think I’m fully sold on colour IR photography though.
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A filter won't turn it back to a normal camera, unless you can get one that exactly matches what was in the camera.
On the Panasonics I've done, there are two filters that need removing, and one of them is replaced with clear glass.
You also loose the ultrasonic dust shaker, so it is probably best to get a G3 or G5 and convert it. The G3 is ideal, as it has just about all the features of the G5 you would use, and it is small, so convenient to carry as a second camera.
They used to be available for around £130 converted, which is quite a good price as the camera has already been sourced and checked, and the glass to replace the one filter would cost you upwards of £30 to buy one, I was quoted £130 for two pieces by a big optical firm (I laughed and deleted it), not easy to find.
Just seen a g3 converted on eBay for £339. Seems a bit pricey to me
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Yes, far too much.
This is the seller I have dealt with before, (not for converted cameras) and have suggested several people get converted cameras from him, and all have been very happy, look through his feedback and you will see prices.
Unfortunately he has nothing for sale at the moment, but if you get to the stage of buying, may be worth messaging him.
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This is the seller I have dealt with before, (not for converted cameras) and have suggested several people get converted cameras from him, and all have been very happy, look through his feedback and you will see prices.
Unfortunately he has nothing for sale at the moment, but if you get to the stage of buying, may be worth messaging him.
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I couldn’t message the seller as they don’t have any products for sale at the moment. I did end up getting an Olympus em5 converted with a 720nm filter which should be delivered on Monday. I know it’s not full spectrum but it was a spur of the moment purchase. I’d become obsessed with looking for a camera and they were mostly a lot pricier than I was expecting. I daren’t buy a camera and take it apart to do the conversion myself. If I like the em5, I may get my em10iii converted, but for a cost of about £300. Ideally, I was looking for a Panasonic G camera, hence posting in this thread and being unable to find an infrared forum.Yes, far too much.
This is the seller I have dealt with before, (not for converted cameras) and have suggested several people get converted cameras from him, and all have been very happy, look through his feedback and you will see prices.
Unfortunately he has nothing for sale at the moment, but if you get to the stage of buying, may be worth messaging him.
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Is it an Alfa? I cant see it zoomed.I have a GX80 and also an Oly 17mm f1.8 but mine is silver.
I hope you continue to enjoy your new kit
BTW, nice car in the background
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I'm sure Mark will be along to tell us soon.
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Yep a beautiful one that turned up just as I shot this shot, I thought yellow flowers, blue sky and a red car!
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It's a great combination I also can use my already owned 45mm f1.8 as a nice carry about system.I have a GX80 and also an Oly 17mm f1.8 but mine is silver.
I hope you continue to enjoy your new kit
BTW, nice car in the background
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I think he might be a local to me so if I see it about again I will get a proper shot of it
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I bought three Olys, all silver, 17, 25 and 45mm f1.8's
The 17mm is by far my most used of the three but I bought them all used and at the prices these go for I thought... Might as well have the three
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Have ordered the little 12-32 today for a good price nice little walk about set up 
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Have ordered the little 12-32 today for a good price nice little walk about set up
Ah. That's one lens I wouldn't touch due to the lack of a manual focus ring. I tend to use MF now and again with all my cameras, when it's needed, for example when taking detail shots or flower shots and the like and shots through foliage or shots through glass etc when AF can get confused and so had the conventional but still very compact 14-42mm G Vario kit lens, until I sold it.
I used to have this combo and it was one of my favourite camera and lens combos ever. I like to play with all sorts of camera and lens combos and this one sticks out for me. Great for street photography and IMO a great alternative to Fuji x100 cameras. The only 35mm equivalent lens that I’ve found to be better than this is the Canon ef-m 22mm f2. Probably because of the close focusing capabilities. I still have the 17mm though and have placed a bid recently on a gx80 on eBay as I want that combo back. The minute that Canon release the 22mm f2 for RF-S and a rangefinder style body with IBIS to go with it, is the minute I’ll preorder a new camera. I guess I’d be happy with the x100vi, but I’m not the biggest fan of the retro style controls. Hold onto that gx80! I sold my gx80 a couple of years back for £200 and my 12-32mm for £60. Those prices are only going up on the secondhand market since the gx80 is discontinued. I now have the 20mm f1.7 that would go well with the gx80 too and the 14mm f2.5. Keep taking great photos and enjoy the gear you have.