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can't go wrong with the em10 series as a beginner, it's literally what it's meant for. As a beginner you probably won't be shooting super fast sports or jittery birds ( at least right away ) so CDAF with AFS is more than enough for static or semi-static subjects. That being said, I'm very biased tow
...FriendlyTumbleweed60 in r/M43
August 7, 2026 at 9:38 AM
13
Unfortunately you're trying to use the most basic of Olympus's cameras to tackle one of the most challenging scenarios for any camera. The biggest weakness of any MFT camera is low light performance. That's not to say they're BAD at it, they're just weaker at it than cameras with larger sensors like
...Cymbaz in r/M43
July 10, 2026 at 5:22 AM
9
That is so disappointing. You have a new (to you) camera and it is failing at its most basic task. The Olympus line split into two customers: Average consumers or beginning photographers Serious amateurs and professionals For the serious photographers who depended on their equipment, there were the
...EddieRyanDC in r/M43
August 8, 2026 at 1:22 PM
5
That of course will be a matter of opinion. But the general trend in the last 5 years has been away from the classic M43 compact style and toward bigger bodies with more capable sensors, cpus, and batteries. There are two that I can think of currently in production, and then I can think of two more
...EddieRyanDC in r/M43
June 3, 2026 at 6:45 PM
5
I agree with u/swifthide - the E-P7, while actually weighing a fraction less than the E-PL7, is a huge step up in every way, while maintaining the same size and profile of the older camera. (Note - all M43 lenses from Olympus/OM System and Panasonic fit all M43 cameras.) The "P" stands for "PEN", wh
...EddieRyanDC in r/M43
July 19, 2026 at 1:59 AM
4
SwellGuyScott in r/M43
August 10, 2022 at 10:40 PM
114
why do you want a 'beginner friendly' camera? In my opinion , that's just vendor-speak for 'cheap' because they're lacking in features/capability. If you're really interested in photography its better to go for a used/older but more feature rich mid-range or "prosumer" camera than a brand new but ex
...Cymbaz in r/M43
August 7, 2026 at 12:41 PM
3
If you’re ready to move beyond smartphone photography and take more control over your images, a mirrorless camera is the best place to start. These cameras offer outstanding image quality, fast performance, and more creative flexibility in a compact, travel-friendly design.
Mirrorless models have l
...Working-Hawk-1982 in r/productbible
July 17, 2025 at 7:18 PM
11
Hi everyone!
I'm looking to buy myself my first camera. Been taking photos of my travels with my phone last few years and now I feel like it's time for an upgrade. Now, as I'm a total beginner and just getting into the world of cameras I'm looking for some advice.. Based on my photos that I've atta
...alekksick in r/AskPhotography
July 1, 2023 at 1:31 PM
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Annoyingly I kind of straddle both sides of this (very helpful) comparison. I do want this as an everyday carry body, but I do have large hands, so I cannot understand whether the grip on the E-M10 IV is comfortable, or conversely whether the size of the E-M1 makes it a bit too big to take everywher
...gto-lm in r/M43
June 7, 2026 at 7:50 AM
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