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Are there landscape photographers here using m43?

OM isn't 'the poorest system' for landscapes. That's a narrow mindset of the uninformed (usually FF shooters who've never used M43 and go by specs). It's extremely difficult to tell the difference between 11 or 12 stops in a print (for example). The difference is more in the operator than the gear.

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TheDragonsFather in r/M43

April 30, 2026 11:35 AM

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Would you stick with MFTeven if you got enough money to get a high end FF kit?

I have enough money to buy a full frame. Sometimes I consider it. Nikons retro styld camera is pretty tempting. But I am really happy with my OM-3. Better to just save the money and use my camera.

graigsm in r/M43

March 1, 2026 3:09 PM

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Help me save money?

Check out the E-P7. I got it in mint condition with kit lens for only $505 from MAP Camera on eBay. It looks awesome and has the same color profiles as the OM-3. IQ is going be be basically identical to OM-3, but you are giving up an EVF, premium metal construction and some advanced computational mo

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seizetheday135 in r/M43

April 10, 2026 5:01 PM

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Is M43 Really That Rare? (Discussion)

I have been going on photowalks in Seattle area for past couple of years and I always see a bunch of m43 cameras in there. I think most people there do have a second or third system (FF or APSC) but since photowalks are casual and mostly focused on street photography, many people prefer to bring the

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slowcaptain in r/M43

March 25, 2026 7:53 PM

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Is M43 Really That Rare? (Discussion)

There are a number of factors involved here but you can start with (I'll preface this with the fact I use both OM-1 & OM-3 and also the Sony A7r5 and A7Cii, and Nikon before that, however it's the OM-3 for me 95% of the time and I'm selling the A7r5 in the Summer). I will also mention that since I n

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TheDragonsFather in r/M43

March 26, 2026 3:42 AM

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Should I get an OM3 or x100vi or…?

I sold my x100vi not long after I picked up the OM-3. It’s a much better camera in almost any way. Yes, larger, but it’s still very compact with some lenses. Video is much, much better on THE OM-3! The focus difference is night and day too!

jerredz in r/M43

April 15, 2026 9:49 AM

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Best minimal (light/small/budget) lens combo for any situation?

Personally, I think the best overall setup is 12-45mm f4 pro, 40-150mm f4 pro, 75-300mm, dji 15mm f1.7 and sigma 56mm f1.4 (+ a flash). It would cover most situations, everything would be very small and the cost is relatively low. If I had to make a budget version of it, it would still actually incl

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Snydenthur in r/M43

April 26, 2026 11:44 AM

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To anyone who has shot multiple systems: How do Lumix and Olympus lenses actually stack up against other brands?

This is the usual PoV of a FF user who hasn't used M43 and really has no idea what he's talking about. He is basically repeating internet rhetoric that he hasn't bothered to explore. Ask him which M43 cameras & lenses he's used? If you want an unbiased PoV then check out the numerous Wedding photogr

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TheDragonsFather in r/M43

March 17, 2026 11:04 AM

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Why?

R8 is a base model full frame with minimal features, it lacks weather sealing, stabilization, and uses a small battery. It's main selling point is that it's a full frame but not much else going for it. OM-3 is a flagship level camera with IP rated weather sealing, 7.5 stops of IBIS with stabilized l

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joeph0to in r/M43

March 28, 2026 10:28 AM

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Help me save money?

There are some real ergonomic differences between the OM-5 (both versions) and the OM-3 that may be impactful for you. The retro look of the 3 looks cool, but does have an impact on handling and use of the camera compared to the 5 (or the OM-1). I have an OM-5 and am happy with it, but was strongly

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bruinhoo in r/M43

April 10, 2026 5:42 PM

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