Olympus Stylus 1 "vs" OM-D E-M5 Mk II
Sep 24, 2018 18:56:27 #
I currently have a Stylus 1, which has a 2.8 constant aperture lens, albeit a small 1/1.7. I like it's portability and the fact that its range is an equivalent 28-300. I've been looking at the current "deal" at Olympus USA on the OM-D E-M5 Mk II with the 14-150mm F4.0-5.6 II lens. One of the reasons I bought the Stylus (instead of an M10 at the time) was that I didn't particularly want to have to be changing lenses, especially when traveling.
I want more detail in pictures than I'm now getting. I shoot JPEG, not RAW, and do some processing - typically cropping, etc. I don't blow pictures up and rarely print - in fact, you'd probably call me a pixel peeper, not a photographer. Oh, well.
I'd appreciate your opinion(s): will the great features of the M5 provide a lot more detail, given the difference in aperatures - constant vs variable.
Thanks for your comments. I really enjoy this forum and feel like I've learned a lot over the past several years.
I want more detail in pictures than I'm now getting. I shoot JPEG, not RAW, and do some processing - typically cropping, etc. I don't blow pictures up and rarely print - in fact, you'd probably call me a pixel peeper, not a photographer. Oh, well.
I'd appreciate your opinion(s): will the great features of the M5 provide a lot more detail, given the difference in aperatures - constant vs variable.
Thanks for your comments. I really enjoy this forum and feel like I've learned a lot over the past several years.
Sep 24, 2018 19:10:35 #
I used to shoot with an XZ-1 which had a similar sized sensor. In good light (sunlight) the images were great, but the second I had to go above base iso the images degraded severely.
The em5ii will solve that however the 14-150 lens is quite slow when compared to 2.8 fixed lens. Do you shoot a lot at the telephoto end or at the wide angle. If wide angle is the case I’d suggest the 12-40 f 2.8 instead. I’d then recommend the 75 f1.8 as the other lens. You could easily crop the image to get to 150mm (which is 300mm equiv.) those are my favorite lenses for the system. The 75mm is crazy sharp and also makes for one of the best portrait lenses out there. Keep in mind the em5ii also has the high Rez shot mode.
I have plenty of image examples from those lenses on my em1 and em1ii if you want me to share anything.
The em5ii will solve that however the 14-150 lens is quite slow when compared to 2.8 fixed lens. Do you shoot a lot at the telephoto end or at the wide angle. If wide angle is the case I’d suggest the 12-40 f 2.8 instead. I’d then recommend the 75 f1.8 as the other lens. You could easily crop the image to get to 150mm (which is 300mm equiv.) those are my favorite lenses for the system. The 75mm is crazy sharp and also makes for one of the best portrait lenses out there. Keep in mind the em5ii also has the high Rez shot mode.
I have plenty of image examples from those lenses on my em1 and em1ii if you want me to share anything.
Sep 24, 2018 19:21:35 #
Thanks, Cdouthitt for your suggestions. All are food for thought.
Having read many of your posts, I know you're a devoted m4/3 user.
Oldart
Having read many of your posts, I know you're a devoted m4/3 user.
Oldart
Sep 25, 2018 06:21:19 #
wdross
Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
oldart wrote:
I currently have a Stylus 1, which has a 2.8 const... (show quote)
The E-M5 mrII with the 12-100 f4 Pro IS lens would make a better match for you than the 14-150. If you review the lense information at Image Resource using their "blur" 3D chart, one finds the 14-150 is sharp in the center. But at both ends of the lens range the edges start showing some issues. The 12-100 offers a more similar range of the 28-300 of the Stylus 1 and is sharp wide open across the frame and lens range. This would also require less lens changing since it covers a good useful focal length range. I know it is much more expensive than the 14-150, but I am not sure you would truly be happy with the overall results with the 14-150.
Sep 25, 2018 07:15:04 #
If you are looking at Olympus USA for a deal be sure to check the refurb section. They at times will even have a 20 percent off sale on the refurb stuff. I bought my E-M1 for a great price on sale.
Sep 25, 2018 07:31:02 #
Thanks, Bear123, and I agree, the refurb section does have some great deals. I check it frequently.
Sep 25, 2018 10:04:37 #
The Olympus OMD-E-5 is a superior camera, I am sure you know that. Now you have the convenience of interchangeable lenses although with the lens you have in mind you will be covering a lot of real estate, something like 28-300.
Sep 25, 2018 10:10:24 #
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Sep 25, 2018 10:18:36 #
Wdross is correct. I have that exact set up. The 12/100 lens is very sharp. My 14/150 is a bit soft. It is readily noticeable. The 12-100 and the Oly is a perfect set up for my purposes. Plus, when I really want to go small I can add the 12 or 17 prime or even the 14-42 collapsible with an auto lens cap.
Sep 25, 2018 11:27:44 #
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Sep 25, 2018 11:45:18 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
Although I’m not familiar with the Oly Stylus, I am very, very familiar with the E-M5 II and the 14-150 II lens. Love the image quality I’m getting, ease of use, portability, weatherproofing, stabilization... in short, everything. I’m a former Nikon DSLR fan girl who loved her rig, but... I love my Oly more! I have acquired other lenses which are super, but the 14-150 II remains my most frequently used lens. How good is the weatherproofing? Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist/Cave of the Winds weatherproof!
Sep 25, 2018 12:22:32 #
Sep 25, 2018 12:48:44 #
You're lucky you were able to get an Olympus Stylus 1. It and its younger brother, the Stylus 1s, appear to be sold out all over the world. I'm the author of "The Compleat Olympus Stylus 1s" (Steve Frankel, Amazon, 2016), and I've also done extensive reviews of the Olympus M5. I've owned nearly all the lenses and, for travel photography, the 14-150 is the best choice because of its range and weatherproofing. Despite this, you'll end up turning to the Stylus 1 about 90% of the time because of its small size and modest weight (14 ounces vs 26 ounces for the M5 combo). My book was shot exclusively with the Stylus 1s in Japan, Siberia, Alaska and California. The M5 with the 14-150 lens is a great backup camera if you need huge enlargements or low-shooting. For those situations I've opted for a Sony a7R ii with a Sony FE 55mm f1.8 lens. Twice the price ($2,900 vs. $1.500) but an even better backup for the Stylus 1
Sep 25, 2018 13:33:26 #
Stevefrankel, thanks for your note; you're right, the Stylus 1 does well in almost any situation that has good lighting. I've limited (auto) ISO to 500, because I've heard high(er) ISO settings don't produce good results. What has been your experience concerning upper limits?
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