DC-G97MK

Few factors : - Lumix has always been a bit of a video-centric brand, ever since the GH1 released. Most of why peop[le bought Lumix cameras for was very often the excellent video specs compared to the price point, and not really their photo capabilities (which are still good) - Olympus has a HUGE ba

I travelled with my GX9 two days ago and let it charge on the bedside table. My lovely fking toddlers knocked it on the floor and the battery compartment got damaged (the little plastic button which holds the battery broke off). I gave it in for repairs. I absolutely love my GX9 (Panasonic, we need

I don't think this is a complete explanation. F/ stop indicates the light falling on the sensor. An f/2.8 M43 lens only has to illuminate 1/4 of the sensor area of a FF lens, so the f/5.6 FF lens is not equivalent, instead the f/2.8 FF lens is comparable, for this purpose. Larger sensors for a given

I don't own a G97 or have ever used one so I can't speak much to it. I do own a Panasonic G9 and a G85 which is somewhat close to the G97 in regards to body style/performance to a degree. Having said that I must say that the Panasonic G9 is a fantastic camera. The ergonomics/in hand feel is wonderfu

In the US market, it’s only sold from Panasonic bundled with the 12-60, just like the G95 iirc. Most buyers in the US who previously bought the G85/95 likely already have the kit 12-60 or even the PL 12-60. Not to mention, it’s basically a G95 with a better display, so little justification for a G90

But aren’t you comparing a full frame (S5) to a MFT (G85)? I’m assuming that’s the reason for the image quality difference. I’ve owned the G9II and hated how large it was - it was basically a full frame body with a tiny MFT sensor. Its specs were overkill for my uses and for some reason it would ALW

I have both cameras, the difference in size is absolutely minimal (they even take the same battery grip). The G97 has better image quality and much better ergonomics with dedicated ISO, WB and exposure comp. buttons and three dials. The screen is also a massive improvement, easily visible in direct

Virtually all my gear is Panasonic, so I can’t say much about the OM-1. And I’ve never felt the need for a 25mm lens, so I can’t comment on that either. If you’re mainly doing stills, another camera to take a look at is the often neglected G95, now rebadged as the G97. Basically the same guts as the

I have a good old Panasonic GX7 with Panasonic Leica 15 f/1.7, Panasonic 42.5 f/1.7 and an Olympus 40-150. I rarely photograph anymore and would use my camera like once a year when I go on a trip abroad. This camera served me well, extremely durable and high build quality. But it's showing its age.