Getting into M4/3 (1 Viewer)

[Sirpotato]

Hello all,

I currently have a P950, and whilst I can get okish ID photos, I'd like something where I can get more successful shots without hunting for focus and also something I can use a macro lens on too. I saw the Canon R10 and the 800mm lens which look good, but the lenses offered by Olympus seem to be much nicer and more affordable both new and second hand and look of higher quality build.

I don't have too much money so I'd likely have to buy an older model. I saw some people offering the E-M1 MK iii nearby for $1200 Aud which seemed like a good deal. Is this still a good model? It doesn't come with any lenses etc.

 

[njlarsen]

I think this thread contains a discussion you will find relevant

Upgrading from Bridge Camera to M43

I am making a list of expectations now, to be followed by observations of how things play out. I am currently using a Panasonic FZ150 point-and-shoot camera, the results of which you can see in my gallery. I have learned a lot about photography and post-processing with this camera. On a nice...

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Niels

 

[Sirpotato]

I think this thread contains a discussion you will find relevant

Upgrading from Bridge Camera to M43

I am making a list of expectations now, to be followed by observations of how things play out. I am currently using a Panasonic FZ150 point-and-shoot camera, the results of which you can see in my gallery. I have learned a lot about photography and post-processing with this camera. On a nice...

www.birdforum.net

Niels

Very relevant, thank you Neils!

It sounds like the E-M1 MK ii or iii would be a good choice!

 

[Steve Gantlett]

Don't overlook the Sony RX10iv - sensor larger than other bridge cameras and proper autofocus for birds in flight.

 

[Steve Babbs]

Don't overlook the Sony RX10iv - sensor larger than other bridge cameras and proper autofocus for birds in flight.

Seconded.

 

[Sirpotato]

Ended up with a EM5 iii with 2 lenses (60mm macro) pretty happy with it... Might have to sell the p950 and get the 100-400mm now!

 

[BogBean]

I sold my Zeiss Scope, and my P1000; and bought a used OM-1, 100-400mm, and 90mm macro lens.
Not quite a straight swap, had to stump up about £300, but a very good move for me.
I've never enjoyed my photography this much.

I'm finding the 100-400 very good, indistinguishable from the 90mm macro at the closest range of the telephoto ~1.5 to 3 metres.
The zoom mechanism seems to have loosened nicely after a few weeks of use, and the results seem to have improved also. Maybe down to me becoming more used to the balance etc.
The in-camera Focus stacking, especially with the macro lens, is really good.


One thing I will say, my initial results weren't too encouraging, and it was only when I added a Lightroom monthly subscription to the mix that I've started getting photos I'm really happy with.

Biggest challenge is how to manage a camera full of 1000+ pics, and only wanting 10-20 of them to be downloaded for processing. That actually results in frequent swearing.