NEX 5 + Oly 28/2

[zuikologist]

Does anyone have experience with this combination. I am thinking of it as a (semi) compact alternative to the NEX + wide/fast rangefinder glass.

 

[Tessar.]

I don't tend to use SLR lenses on my nex much as they make for a much bulkier camera. The closer min focus distances are nice though.

I guess the OM lenses are smaller than most SLR lenses though. How about an rf 28/2 with a +3 close up lens or the Pen F 25/2.8 which is a nice lens for about £200 and focusses down to .25M?

 

[Kent]

I use both RF lenses and SLR lenses on my NEX3 and NEX7.
Some SLR lenses are not that much bigger even with the adapter.
Pentax-M glass or some "pancake" lenses from Konica or Minolta, or some Zuikos, make a great match for the NEX.

 

[zuikologist]

I don't tend to use SLR lenses on my nex much as they make for a much bulkier camera. The closer min focus distances are nice though.

I guess the OM lenses are smaller than most SLR lenses though. How about an rf 28/2 with a +3 close up lens or the Pen F 25/2.8 which is a nice lens for about £200 and focusses down to .25M?

The Oly Pen lens sounds a good idea, but even RF lenses tend to be bulkier when fast and wide, although the adaptors are smaller. I have a Pen 38/1.8 which would not be too much smaller than the 28/2 OM lens.

Interested in hearing about corner issues on any of the wide OM lenses on NEX bodies.

 

[zuikologist]

I think I will get the 28/2. It can always fit an OM1 if it does not work on the NEX : )

 

[uhoh7]

I use both RF lenses and SLR lenses on my NEX3 and NEX7.
Some SLR lenses are not that much bigger even with the adapter.

well...maybe if you are talking about at CV 50/1.1 or 35/1.2 or some big ol 85.

But other wise it's a huge difference.

nex+ultron 28/2 can go in a jacket pocket...OM 28/2 you'll need a big pocket.

pen-F 25/2.8 has bad SA on the nex. If you like edges or corners it's not a good choice. (yes, I've got one) 38 is OK and 42/1.2 is excellent.

with correct adapter all Ms and LTMs can close focus. (hawks)

 

[j j]

Interested in hearing about corner issues on any of the wide OM lenses on NEX bodies.

No first-hand experience to offer, but I thought SLR lenses were OK and rangefinder lenses that had corner issues?