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Mar 29, 2022 22:29:52   #
Grampy Jack Loc: Arizona
 
First let me state that I know next to nothing about Olympus 4/3 cameras, but I have been reading about them having Live Composite, and I am very intrigued. I would like to purchase a used Olympus for this purpose and was hoping to get a recommendation on which model to look for. Anything around 12 to 24 megapixels would be fine. I would be on a tripod so the lens can be a kit lens or whatever. I would like to keep the price <$500 if possible and if not would consider more. Live composite is the only thing for which I would be using it.

Thank you in advance for your help.

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Mar 29, 2022 22:36:58   #
wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
 
Grampy Jack wrote:
First let me state that I know next to nothing about Olympus 4/3 cameras, but I have been reading about them having Live Composite, and I am very intrigued. I would like to purchase a used Olympus for this purpose and was hoping to get a recommendation on which model to look for. Anything around 12 to 24 megapixels would be fine. I would be on a tripod so the lens can be a kit lens or whatever. I would like to keep the price <$500 if possible and if not would consider more. Live composite is the only thing for which I would be using it.

Thank you in advance for your help.
First let me state that I know next to nothing abo... (show quote)


I would look for a used E-M1 mkII or mkIII. An E-M5 mkII or greater is another possibility. Any Panasonic or Olympus lens will work on it. None of these need a tripod unless you are doing wide angle astrophotography (or something similar). Then you will need a tripod. One more thing: although the bodies will be weatherproof, it will take a weatherproof Olympus or Panasonic lens for the system to be weatherproof. If no need of weatherproofing, consider an E-M10 body. Just be aware that some of the early 4/3rds bodies of both Olympus and Panasonic were only 16mp. All the newer ones are 20mp or greater.

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Mar 29, 2022 22:47:18   #
OleMe Loc: Montgomery Co., MD
 
Check ratings on https://m.dpreview.com/

I love my OM-D M-10 Mark III. Prices NEW are reduced and in your price range because the Mark IV was released a few months ago.

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Mar 29, 2022 22:51:18   #
WYMAN69
 
The EM10-MkIi is a great camera for this feature, 12-42mm kit lens … under $500. I gave 2 ….. plus other Olympus camera bodies and Lens. This model is a great jumping off place. Great quality and small size.

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Mar 30, 2022 00:38:53   #
Xmsmn Loc: Minnesota
 
I have the EM10 Mk 3 and think it’s a great camera for your introduction to Olympus/OM systems. It’s at a price point, especially if used, that can encourage you to pick up another lens, maybe a 40-150 “plastic fantastic” or maybe a 14-150; either will get you enough range to help determine your next needs. However, as they say ‘if I knew then what I know now’, I would have gone for the weather sealed EM5 Mk 2; now that there is a EM5 mk 3, you could probably pick up a good used one for what you would pay for a new EM10 Mk4. Happy hunting!
Mark

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Mar 30, 2022 05:35:29   #
camerapapi Loc: Miami, Fl.
 
In the first place, there is no Olympus camera sporting 24 Mp. "The EM10-MkII is a great camera for this feature." I agree, it is a small body and very capable. The camera has 16 MP that in my experience are good enough for 13x19 enlargements, I seldom go larger.
The Live Composite feature that you are seeking is a great tool not only for daylight photography (using a neutral density filter) but also for night time photography which was the original intention of Olympus.

These cameras can be bought today at reasonable prices below your budget.

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Mar 30, 2022 06:13:01   #
Jeffcs Loc: Myrtle Beach South Carolina
 
You might as take advantage of recent used omdem1mk5 flooding the market due to the OM1 and don’t chance on a lens I recommend picking up the 12-40f2.8 pro lens sharpest zoom lens I ever owned

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Mar 30, 2022 07:39:01   #
Chadp Loc: Virginia Beach
 
As others have said, the EM10-mkII is a great camera. It is better than the EM10-mkiii in my opinion And maybe even the mkiv unless you want 4k video. I sold my mkiii and went back to the mkii. This is my small/budget travel camera to compliment my full frame Sony system.

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Mar 30, 2022 08:59:00   #
fetzler Loc: North West PA
 
Grampy Jack wrote:
First let me state that I know next to nothing about Olympus 4/3 cameras, but I have been reading about them having Live Composite, and I am very intrigued. I would like to purchase a used Olympus for this purpose and was hoping to get a recommendation on which model to look for. Anything around 12 to 24 megapixels would be fine. I would be on a tripod so the lens can be a kit lens or whatever. I would like to keep the price <$500 if possible and if not would consider more. Live composite is the only thing for which I would be using it.

Thank you in advance for your help.
First let me state that I know next to nothing abo... (show quote)


1. Go on Youtube and see what cameras the authors of the videos are using for live composite. Read manuals.

2. I have a Pen F and and EM1 Mk III both are excellent for this purpose. I think the EM1 MKii and MK i cameras have live composite too. Recent EM5 cameras should have this too.

3. I think once that you start using Olympus cameras , they might just become your favorites. I have a Nikon D7200 and I think my Pen F and EM1 Mk III produce a bit better photos. Olympus cameras are super for macro work.

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Mar 30, 2022 09:01:05   #
fetzler Loc: North West PA
 
wdross wrote:
I would look for a used E-M1 mkII or mkIII. An E-M5 mkII or greater is another possibility. Any Panasonic or Olympus lens will work on it. None of these need a tripod unless you are doing wide angle astrophotography (or something similar). Then you will need a tripod. One more thing: although the bodies will be weatherproof, it will take a weatherproof Olympus or Panasonic lens for the system to be weatherproof. If no need of weatherproofing, consider an E-M10 body. Just be aware that some of the early 4/3rds bodies of both Olympus and Panasonic were only 16mp. All the newer ones are 20mp or greater.
I would look for a used E-M1 mkII or mkIII. An E-M... (show quote)


You do need a tripod for Live Composite!

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Mar 30, 2022 10:02:33   #
DaveyDitzer Loc: Western PA
 
Grampy Jack wrote:
First let me state that I know next to nothing about Olympus 4/3 cameras, but I have been reading about them having Live Composite, and I am very intrigued. I would like to purchase a used Olympus for this purpose and was hoping to get a recommendation on which model to look for. Anything around 12 to 24 megapixels would be fine. I would be on a tripod so the lens can be a kit lens or whatever. I would like to keep the price <$500 if possible and if not would consider more. Live composite is the only thing for which I would be using it.

Thank you in advance for your help.
First let me state that I know next to nothing abo... (show quote)


Sorry to distract. What is a live composite? OR, can you point me in the right direction?

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Mar 30, 2022 10:35:45   #
scubadoc Loc: Sarasota, FL
 
Grampy Jack wrote:
First let me state that I know next to nothing about Olympus 4/3 cameras, but I have been reading about them having Live Composite, and I am very intrigued. I would like to purchase a used Olympus for this purpose and was hoping to get a recommendation on which model to look for. Anything around 12 to 24 megapixels would be fine. I would be on a tripod so the lens can be a kit lens or whatever. I would like to keep the price <$500 if possible and if not would consider more. Live composite is the only thing for which I would be using it.

Thank you in advance for your help.
First let me state that I know next to nothing abo... (show quote)

Sending you a PM

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Mar 30, 2022 11:12:23   #
mnpacker1 Loc: Mountain Lake, Minnesota
 
I have a EM5 Mk 2 and it is a great walk around camera! For more serious landscapes and low light situations i use my Canon 5D MK2. Seems like I take the Olympus more often. The 14-150 lens on the Olympus is great for most situations. Takes great pictures.

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Mar 30, 2022 11:30:09   #
OleMe Loc: Montgomery Co., MD
 
OleMe wrote:
Check ratings on https://m.dpreview.com/

I love my OM-D M-10 Mark III. Prices NEW are reduced and in your price range because the Mark IV was released a few months ago.


P.S. The "kit lens," 14-40mm has a marvel. Small, pancake. Approx 30 - 80mm equivalent zoom. The Mark III is s 16 MP camera. The Mark IV ups it to 20 MP.

These cameras have excellent image stabilization. Album:
https://bronord.com/pics/big.bend/

I used it exclusively for my your of Big Bend, pre-pandemic.

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Mar 30, 2022 11:41:28   #
LDB415 Loc: Houston south suburb
 
I don't know about that feature but I like the Pen F because it looks more like a "real camera" i.e. the camera one would have had 40-50 years ago. Yeah, I know looks don't matter and they are totally subjective but that's my choice.

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