Replacement for dead Olympus OMD one mark one (Page 3): Manufacturing defects, age, improper charging, mis-handling, heat, cold…...

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

Urnst wrote:

What causes that?

Manufacturing defects, age, improper charging, mis-handling, heat, cold…

JD750 Loc: SoCal

So on buying a new camera to replace the EM-5.. The EM-1 is essentially the same size as my Nikon Z7. I love the size of the EM-5. I want the BSI sensor in the OM-5. If they had done that I would already own it.

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JD750 wrote:

So on buying a new camera to replace the EM-5.. The EM-1 is essentially the same size as my Nikon Z7. I love the size of the EM-5. I want the BSI sensor in the OM-5. If they had done that I would already own it.

The EM5mkII is verrrry slightly smaller than the EM1mkII in overall size, but a much beefier grip makes the EM1mkII *feel* somewhat bigger in your hand.

So by feel the difference seems real but when youre packing your kit bag theres not any difference worthy of mention.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

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The EM5mkII is verrrry slightly smaller than the EM1mkII in overall size, but a much beefier grip makes the EM1mkII *feel* somewhat bigger in your hand.

So by feel the difference seems real but when youre packing your kit bag theres not any difference worthy of mention.

Thank you for that.

Of course the kit size and mass is important and I love the 4/3 format for reason it is small and light. M43 is my carry around everyday, hiking and adventure, and travel camera. The entire kit camera, 4 lenses, battery charger, packs smaller than a couple lenses and my FF camera.

Lucas Loc: Japan

Moving up to a Mark II definitely has some perks such as improved autofocus, better low-light performance, and faster burst rates. But, it's important to consider the photography style you have and determine whether those benefits are essential. If you're happy with your current camera's performance and don't need the extra features, you may want to consider a replacement of the same model or something similar from Olympus or an alternate brand.

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JD750 wrote:

Thank you for that.

Of course the kit size and mass is important and I love the 4/3 format for reason it is small and light. M43 is my carry around everyday, hiking and adventure, and travel camera. The entire kit camera, 4 lenses, battery charger, packs smaller than a couple lenses and my FF camera.

And just think how small it will be with only two lenses.

And ... m4/3 is possibly the ultimate in one-lens zoom kits. Reason is that the smaller the format, then all the more ratio/speed/quality can be built into a given barrel size. Did you ever envy the huge zoom range and high speed of the zooms for 16mm cine cameras ?

Compare the m4/3 12-35/2.8 to any FF 24-70/2.8. That lens or the 12-100/4.0 makes a perfectly amazing one-lens kit.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

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And just think how small it will be with only two lenses.

And ... m4/3 is possibly the ultimate in one-lens zoom kits. Reason is that the smaller the format, then all the more ratio/speed/quality can be built into a given barrel size. Did you ever envy the huge zoom range and high speed of the zooms for 16mm cine cameras ?

Compare the m4/3 12-35/2.8 to any FF 24-70/2.8. That lens or the 12-100/4.0 makes a perfectly amazing one-lens kit.

I just punched the BUY button on the Olympus site for an OM-1 and a battery charger + extra battery.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

Urnst wrote:

Mine is dead. Trying to decide on replacing it or moving up to a Mark II. I do street and general photography; no wildlife or sports. The price difference is about $400. Any thoughts will be appreciated.

You mentioned maybe wanting a camera so this is FYI.

OM Systems is having a sale, $200-300 off on cameras (depending on model). The sale ends today 3/25.

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JD750 wrote:

I just punched the BUY button on the Olympus site for an OM-1 and a battery charger + extra battery.

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JD750 Loc: SoCal

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Wheres my fireworks gif ....

I guess I'm computer challenged I don't know how to add an animated gif to this site. :(
But I'm opening a beer for sure. You can have one with me. ;)

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JD750 wrote:

I guess I'm computer challenged I don't know how to add an animated gif to this site. :(
But I'm opening a beer for sure. You can have one with me. ;)

Its a joint celebration. Im getting a mint EM5II with click count equal to about one brick of film. Theyre just so cheap now ... 16 Mighty MPs, like a Nikon Df only twice as cool ! Ill see yer beer and raise you a chocklit muffin :-)

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JD750 Loc: SoCal

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Its a joint celebration. Im getting a mint EM5II with click count equal to about one brick of film. Theyre just so cheap now ... 16 Mighty MPs, like a Nikon Df only twice as cool ! Ill see yer beer and raise you a chocklit muffin :-)

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

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Its a joint celebration. Im getting a mint EM5II with click count equal to about one brick of film. Theyre just so cheap now ... 16 Mighty MPs, like a Nikon Df only twice as cool ! Ill see yer beer and raise you a chocklit muffin :-)

AAwww, mannn... That muffin and the stout that made it gotta be good! I have a killer recipe for a chocolate stout cake around here somewhere. I made it twice and my wife banned it.

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

JD750 wrote:

I just punched the BUY button on the Olympus site for an OM-1 and a battery charger + extra battery.

Congratulations! That is an awesome camera. Have you seen Chris and Jordan review it on DPReview channel on YouTube? I think they featured it several times.

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

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Its a joint celebration. Im getting a mint EM5II with click count equal to about one brick of film. Theyre just so cheap now ... 16 Mighty MPs, like a Nikon Df only twice as cool ! Ill see yer beer and raise you a chocklit muffin :-)

Let's see, 20x36 = 720 clicks... Okay, that sucker isn't even broken in yet!

Enjoy.