It was amazing. I've started to go through everything from raw in Lightroom, including what I'd already done in Olympus Studio, then I'd like to post a collection of some of my favorites. I posted a bunch from jpegs while I was traveling, preparing them on a netbook without much calibration. But they give a down and dirty idea of what I encountered. They are at Asian Adventure: Ready or Not

I hope to get better versions up at some point.

I just re-read the orignal post here about the E-PM1. It's funny. Like the OP I really like the camera, but disagree with two main points:

1 - I find a grip to be absolutely essential. The rubber thumb grip is nice, but my thumb tends to stray to the left. I added a FlipBac grip. Without it, or something similar, the E-PM1 is not a keeper for me.

2 - I found the 25/1.4 to be too big and heavy for this little camera. Just traded it for a 20/1.7, which seems like it will be perfect. With a camera this small two-handed shooting is kind of uncomfortable for me, and the 25/1.4 created balance issues one-handed.

Funny you say that!

1 - I ended up adding little rubber furniture feet just about 2 weeks ago. I don't like the larger, pre-made grips, but this has really helped.

2- I sold my 25/1.4. I still think it's a fab lens, and one of the best in the m43 fold. I sold it because I needed money for a DSLR for better C-AF and I needed a 20/1.7 for travel. I wish they had a 20/1.7 ii with faster AF. I will likely get the 25 again. Maybe after the OMD comes down in price, I might get an OMD + 25. Still love the lens, and still love the output with the EPM1, but I agree. On such a small body, the 20 is a better fit.

On the EPM1, though, the ONLY way I'll give up my EPM1 is with the new OMD sensor. Otherwise, I just love it, and I can't see giving it up.

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EM5; 9-18, PL25, 100-300 and some others.
(also, 6D + RX100)

The 20 is always on my E PM1.
I love this combination.
It may not be my best camera or lens, but is the one I use most often, usually with very good results.
I got a used Gariz case and hand strap from a member of the forum, and with that combo, shoot one handed with ease.
The Super Control Panel and small form factor makes this a very nice point and shoot.

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E-PL1
X-E1
X100
E-PM1
http://www.flickriver.com/photos/13969659@N04/

For me, it's the 14mm. Even better fit with the tiny E-PM1 body, makes it even more pocketable, and unlike the 20mm it focuses lightning fat. Obviously you have to like the wider FOV, but it's a great combination. And with 14mm's going for as little as $160 (new, on eBay) it's a very compelling option even if you already have the 20mm.

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E-PM2 & OM-D in sunny Florida

Thank You
It's on my list.

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E-PL1
X-E1
X100
E-PM1
http://www.flickriver.com/photos/13969659@N04/

Just got mine yesterday. I'm still learning a lot. I love the look and feel of it. I've never used an Olympus before and I havent used a digital ILC before. The more I use it the more I like it. When I first got it I was very disappointed with the low-light performance.

The deeper I get into the settings and the more I understand about what I'm doing, the better those things get. I love handling the camera, though I don't love the feel of the lens. The performance of the lens is fine, I just don't love all of the plastic. I'm anxious to get an adapter for my fd lenses to see how it feels and performs with those. I'll add on to my impressions when I have a few more days with it.

Just picked up the E-PM1 for $336 with 14-42 lens at the local store. There's a $50 cash back promo running at the moment bringing the price down to $286 AUD.

Took a few quick snaps tonight and the wife was amazed at how well they turned out. A great little investment for sure.

Which store was this at?

harveynorman.com.au
choose paypal as the checkout/payment option for the 25% discount until 9th July 2012 from memory.
$50 cashback is via redemption.