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Panasonic
Lumix S5II
$1797.99
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OM SYSTEM
OM-D E-M1 Mark III
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$799.99
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Beginner: How should I split my budget between camera body and lenses to be future-proof?
Okay, so first of all, it seems you are pretty set on M43 / Olympus / OM System cameras. The first thing that you need to understand is that those cameras work with processor generations, and that some generations are super close, while other provide a generational leap. For example : True Pic VIII
...MJdoesThings_ in r/M43
April 8, 2026 2:21 PM
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Finally forced into buying a new body, but stick with Olympus?
Well personally, I would not get an E-M10.4 simply because the autofocus is only contrast detection. You might be able to get decent results sometimes but it's a bit of a gamble. I would look towards phase detection bodies instead, which fortunately there are plenty. Some options to consider : - E-M
...MJdoesThings_ in r/M43
August 16, 2025 10:30 PM
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Amateur hobbyist looking to upgrade my beginner gear. Should I stick with M43 or move on to larger sensors for nighttime street photography?
I used the 7–14mm f/2.8 and 12–40mm f/2.8. Bear in mind that shorter focal lengths are more forgiving of slower shutter speeds — it's somewhat easier to freeze apparent motion with a wide lens. I was more comfortable with a Lumix 42.5mm f/1.7 and Olympus 75mm f/1.8 for night shooting. The Lumix 35–1
...Millsnerd in r/M43
December 21, 2025 5:34 AM
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