I'm here still, I cannot respond via my phone as the format of UH prohibits it due to some weird loading thing (page goes white and I can read responses but cannot respond).

Well I finally figured out how to lock my focal point, i do a lot of focus and recompose, this has brought me closer to a more "amorous" relationship with the M1, never had a problem with my M5.

Anyway, GAS is a powerful force with me, I do have a minor investment in the more mature versions of the Oly system (E-M1, E-M5 and E-p3) and have been contemplating the disposal of my 80-400 D and D300, and other equally mediocre Nikon gear to fund the purchase of the 75-300 and 12-40 pro lenses (just have the various kit lenses now).
I know full well the pros and cons of my considered action but have difficulty, nostalgia? in disgorging my less than desirable middling Nikons. Biting the bullet so to speak may be the best choice.

The other alternative though, I was going to pursue a D3 to go with my 35-70 f2.8, Confused and unfocussed, hoping a change in approach whether re-dedicating myself to my dear Nikon, or to pursue a younger more attractive mistress, I used to "see" photographs everywhere I looked, that blessing seems to have passed due to age?, but that's how this mind torments it's possessor.

I should like to add, I am truly grateful for all the replies, hearing of other's experiences does greatly soothe the anxiety of decision.

I'm here still, I cannot respond via my phone as the format of UH prohibits it due to some weird loading thing (page goes white and I can read responses but cannot respond).

Well I finally figured out how to lock my focal point, i do a lot of focus and recompose, this has brought me closer to a more "amorous" relationship with the M1, never had a problem with my M5.

Anyway, GAS is a powerful force with me, I do have a minor investment in the more mature versions of the Oly system (E-M1, E-M5 and E-p3) and have been contemplating the disposal of my 80-400 D and D300, and other equally mediocre Nikon gear to fund the purchase of the 75-300 and 12-40 pro lenses (just have the various kit lenses now).
I know full well the pros and cons of my considered action but have difficulty, nostalgia? in disgorging my less than desirable middling Nikons. Biting the bullet so to speak may be the best choice.

The other alternative though, I was going to pursue a D3 to go with my 35-70 f2.8, Confused and unfocussed, hoping a change in approach whether re-dedicating myself to my dear Nikon, or to pursue a younger more attractive mistress, I used to "see" photographs everywhere I looked, that blessing seems to have passed due to age?, but that's how this mind torments it's possessor.

I should like to add, I am truly grateful for all the replies, hearing of other's experiences does greatly soothe the anxiety of decision.

It is not uncommon for many of us to keep our former gear for a while. But if you are unlikely or never really going to use the older gear, and don't want to put it on a shelf with a bellows camera to show various vintages, and could use the money for new, better gear, just let it go to someone who will use it.

As far as the difficult to learn scroll menu, always remember the Super Control Panel menu is much easier to use while learning the scroll menu.

And below is an example of the low light handheld capabilities if that worries you. Not National Geographic material, but my wife wants it for our wall to remind her of this last weekend. The shot was taken well after sunset and was more visible in the viewfinder than in real life. The light was so low that after this shot, the camera refused to focus handheld. Too little light to continue focusing. It was shot at f5.6, 1/10 second, ISO 6400 handheld with a 840mm angle of view.

It is not uncommon for many of us to keep our former gear for a while. But if you are unlikely or never really going to use the older gear, and don't want to put it on a shelf with a bellows camera to show various vintages, and could use the money for new, better gear, just let it go to someone who will use it.

As far as the difficult to learn scroll menu, always remember the Super Control Panel menu is much easier to use while learning the scroll menu.

And below is an example of the low light handheld capabilities if that worries you. Not National Geographic material, but my wife wants it for our wall to remind her of this last weekend. The shot was taken well after sunset and was more visible in the viewfinder than in real life. The light was so low that after this shot, the camera refused to focus handheld. Too little light to continue focusing. It was shot at f5.6, 1/10 second, ISO 6400 handheld with a 840mm angle of view.