Panasonic
Lumix S5II
$1797.99
OM SYSTEM
Based on 13 Reddit mentions
$799.99
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I have had a similar kind of experience with M43. I have been shooting Fujifilm X mount since 2021 (using Nikon DSLRs before that) and I switched back to Nikon with a Z6 in 2023 (it was also my first full frame mirrorless after using a full frame D700 years ago). I thought that was it, that I would
...MJdoesThings_ in r/M43
January 23, 2026 1:14 PM
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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
5
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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Hey, so if you were wondering if the OM-5II is a good value proposition on the market, the answer is no. The differences with the previous OM-5 mark 1 are so small, that it's effectively the same camera with slightly newer looks and a new menu system. It has a USB-C connector for cherging, but it do
...MJdoesThings_ in r/M43
January 21, 2026 8:55 AM
1
I mean the OM-5II has nothing that would make anyone consider upgrading to it and only way YouTubers can sell anyone on it is by gaslighting you into believing it’s worth your time and money or if you don’t have an Olympus E-M5 Mark III, Olympus E-M1 Mark III, or OM-5 then you can get the newest one
...DayTraditional2846 in r/M43
June 23, 2025 4:16 AM
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