It's now at $99 in BestBuy. Instore only though.. http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/de...anasonic 45-200mm&cp=1&lp=1&pid=1218313909063 Tapatalk.
I ordered the Oly 40-150 for $99 as well. But it's still out of stock as of today. I want to get this now too. Is this better than the Oly? Tapatalk.
I think they are pretty comparable. Main advantage of the Panny is OIS for owners of Panny cameras. I have an Oly 40-150mm - used once. I'll sell it for $99 + $10 shipping - paypal gift. PM me if interested.
Sorry, I got mine new @ $107 shipped. But still waiting for Olympus to replenish their stock. Just thought I might cancel it and get the 45-200.
Will you be using it on a Panny body or an Oly body? Can you use the extra reach (150mm vs 200mm)? If you answered yes to either question, you should probably consider getting the Panny.
I have both. The 45-200 has built in IS, which makes it stabilized for both Olympus and Panasonic bodies, whereas the 40-150 doesn't. The latter is noticeably lighter, however. They seem similar in terms of optical quality.