Thinking of adding a G1 to my kit.

Hi Bill,

one of the main advantages of the G1, as well as the value for money, seems to be the kit lens which has an OIS control switch on the barrel and has a greater range. I don't know whether the 14-45mm has been discontinued?

The G1 is really excellent for use on a tripod too... the articulating lcd is invaluable for composing from any angle.

I don't know for sure, but the new models seem to focus on adding video and touch screen features rather than any great improvements in image quality - so a 2nd hand G1 would make a lot of sense if you don't need those features.

Personally, the E-PL1 makes more sense as a backup m4/3rds body with flash capability - due to the IBIS for legacy lenses and improved grip.

Cheers

Brian

 

The EVF on the G1 is one of the reasons I bought one. It's a standard for other camera EVFs to try to reach.

 

It would be interesting to know whether the EVF on the G2 has been improved since the G1?

I think the E-P2/PL1 EVF is the best I've used - would love to see a rangefinder shaped m4/3rds cam with that EVF included.

Cheers

Brian

 

Do it for the grip... if anything else LOL.

Just do it. You will like it. Much better at hoisting adaptive lenses than the smaller bodies.

I love mine. Just throwing some Rokkor X's on it tonight (the coupler from Hong Kong finally arrived) and I cannot imagine that kind of forward weight on a smaller frame. Now for some of those lovely fast, cheap Hexanons..... oh what fun!

I look forward to the good news from you bilz.

Bokeh D