GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

First project with the Lumix GX 12-35 f2.8 lens. Was the only lens used, and none other was needed or desired.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Thanks for sharing. Looks like a great lens for the GH2.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Great shots. It is indeed a magnificent lens. Well constructed, too.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Well you made me want to go there, so that's probably a good sign.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

It is a fine lens. However, for 90% of this project the Lumix 14-140 or 14-45 are just as well constructed and produce comparable images. I'm also skeptical of a lens that extends while zooming being truly weather sealed.

Thanks for watching.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Thanks for watching Patrick.

Contrary to what I've read, and though I don't often record zooms, this lens does breath when zooming. There is also very audible clicking when zooming. Still looking for a work around just in case.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Mission accomplished! Thanks for watching Joe.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Dan have you tried zooming with the lens while shooting? I know this isn't an optimal situation with a DSLR but sometimes in run & gun shooting there really isn't an option to stop the camera.

Most of my M4/3 zoom don't do this very well but my 45mm to 200mm seems to handle this very well when I can get a steady hand on it. Nowhere near mechanical smoothness of course but it can get the job done if I just cannot stop recording.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Thomas, The zoom ring is very smooth, but despite being a constant aperture lens, there is very audible clicking and apparent exposure change as you zoom. Even more so than the 14-140 & 14-45. Full manual & AF/AE lock have no effect on the issue. I'm still looking for a workaround.

Thanks for watching.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Very nice as usual Dan. Thanks for posting.
Did you shoot hand held or did you use some type of support?

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Thank you for the good comments Norm. I used a Gitzo GT2531LVL tripod and Manfrotto 701HDV head for this project.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Found a great deal on this lens--$200 off at one of the local retailers here in "The OC." I'm goin' in!!!

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

May the force be with you.

Re: GH2: Grand Canyon North Rim (GX 12-35 f2.8)
 

Looks like B & H is offering the same "special" price. And they're a sponsor of this forum!!