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Olympus' shiny new lenses (pictures)

Primes rule for its Photokina 2012 introductions.

Lori Grunin
I've been reviewing hardware and software, devising testing methodology and handed out buying advice for what seems like forever; I'm currently absorbed by computers and gaming hardware, but previously spent many years concentrating on cameras. I've also volunteered with a cat rescue for over 15 years doing adoptions, designing marketing materials, managing volunteers and, of course, photographing cats.
Lori Grunin
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60mm f2.8 macro

The lens incorporates a focus limit switch, with a quick toggle for 1:1 magnification.
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Distance scale

There's an indicator on the lens that shows you what your current magnification/distance is.
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Aperture

The one potential disappointment is the seven-bladed aperture, though given the price it's probably a reasonable trade-off.
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Body cap lens

An interesting idea, the 15mm f8 flatter-than-a-pancake body cap lens might be a nice choice for street shooting on bright days.
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12mm Limited Black

I just think this lens looks extra-cool in black.
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17mm f1.8 in development

Olympus' current inexpensive 17mm f2.8 pancake lens is pretty ho-hum; this sounds like a great alternative, as long as it's not excessively expensive.

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