Camera swap
Aug 24, 2015 17:48:40 #
Been offered a swap and I just want some opinions.
Have:
Nikon D300 with Sigma 50mm 1.4 EX DG HSM
Offered:
Olympus ODM E-M5 with 30mm 2.8
Have:
Nikon D300 with Sigma 50mm 1.4 EX DG HSM
Offered:
Olympus ODM E-M5 with 30mm 2.8
Aug 24, 2015 18:10:37 #
Aug 24, 2015 18:28:29 #
Aug 24, 2015 19:37:23 #
Em5's can be found for 400...the 30mm was only like 200 new. Overall, I wouldn't pay more than 500 for the set. Em5 is a good camera, but it does have its quirks, and the firmware is no longer being updated on it. Personally I'd rather have the new em10ii that is being announced tomorrow.
Don't know much about the d300, other than its an aging camera, somewhat like the em5. If you want something smaller and lighter, the em5 is a good option. That said it was one of the first serious mirrorless cameras that started the mirrorless movement. Check to be sure the lcd frame isn't cracked. Some em5s had that issue.
Don't know much about the d300, other than its an aging camera, somewhat like the em5. If you want something smaller and lighter, the em5 is a good option. That said it was one of the first serious mirrorless cameras that started the mirrorless movement. Check to be sure the lcd frame isn't cracked. Some em5s had that issue.
Aug 24, 2015 19:51:41 #
Aug 24, 2015 20:18:52 #
authorizeduser wrote:
Been offered a swap and I just want some opinions.
Have:
Nikon D300 with Sigma 50mm 1.4 EX DG HSM
Offered:
Olympus ODM E-M5 with 30mm 2.8
Have:
Nikon D300 with Sigma 50mm 1.4 EX DG HSM
Offered:
Olympus ODM E-M5 with 30mm 2.8
if you like the feel of camera in your hands and takes good pic's, go for it
Aug 24, 2015 20:23:43 #
authorizeduser wrote:
Been offered a swap and I just want some opinions.
Have:
Nikon D300 with Sigma 50mm 1.4 EX DG HSM
Offered:
Olympus ODM E-M5 with 30mm 2.8
Have:
Nikon D300 with Sigma 50mm 1.4 EX DG HSM
Offered:
Olympus ODM E-M5 with 30mm 2.8
A D300 used in reasonable condition would retail for around $400.00. The Sigma is supposed to be a pretty good lens. I wouldn't do it. The D300 may be an old camera, however it was an "industry leader" at the time of it's release-- and one can still do a lot with that camera/lens combo
Aug 24, 2015 20:25:58 #
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
A D300 used in reasonable condition would retail for around $400.00. The Sigma is supposed to be a pretty good lens. I wouldn't do it. The D300 may be an old camera, however it was an "industry leader" at the time of it's release-- and one can still do a lot with that camera/lens combo
I have decided to keep my D300 and lens since I would not be gaining anything other than a smaller camera.
Aug 24, 2015 20:27:14 #
authorizeduser wrote:
I have decided to keep my D300 and lens.
I feel it's a good decision. KEH has the two items for around $780 total
Aug 24, 2015 20:30:50 #
Aug 24, 2015 20:33:29 #
Cdouthitt wrote:
IQ wise you won't see much difference...it's a wash.
Aren't the image sizes significant?
Aug 24, 2015 20:41:50 #
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
Aren't the image sizes significant?
pixels are larger on the D300, Em5 is higher rez...I suspect that It'll still be a wash...Here's a thread that where someone did do the swap...just depends on what you like to shoot.
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3251767
Aug 24, 2015 20:45:40 #
Cdouthitt wrote:
pixels are larger on the D300, Em5 is higher rez...I suspect that It'll still be a wash...Here's a thread that where someone did do the swap...just depends on what you like to shoot.
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3251767
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/3251767
Works for me i think it comes down to the style of photography practiced & the fit. Not disparaging the OM cameras at all.
Aug 25, 2015 07:35:14 #
I have the D300 it's a good camera, it's getting old but always a great back up camera. You made the Right choice.
Aug 25, 2015 07:43:38 #
sueyeisert
Loc: New Jersey
I have both cameras. I'm more comfortable with Nikon,but the Em5 is good. The big difference is weight. Do you have back or neck problems??.
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