Best budget lens for the om system om 5 mark ii?

For a budget lens on the OM-5 Mark II, I'd start with a standard zoom. The OM System M.Zuiko 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 III is small and covers everyday shooting, framing like 28-84mm on full frame. If you want more reach, the Olympus M.Zuiko 12-50mm f/3.5-6.3 EZ goes out to a 24-100mm equivalent.

For a cheap fast prime, which my first camera guide recommends for people and low light, I'd pick the Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.8. It frames like 50mm on full frame and is a good companion to a kit zoom. The Panasonic Lumix G 25mm f/1.7 is a close alternative.

Whatever you buy, budget for a spare battery too. The camera eats them.

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