I went through the hundreds of posts and replies and it struck me... really...
Many people who have made comments never really used the cameras intensively... which is why I had so much problems communicating with them.
My strongest advise for those who are really looking at buying a camera, regardless Panny, Oly, or any other brand, go hang out with the owners and ask to try the cameras extensively, then make up your own mind about the cameras. Really.
And while testing the cameras, look at the PICTURES taken by the owners... let the photos speak for themselves. If you are a photographer, you will know what you want and see if that particular system work for you or not.
Fast AF issues : Really... if one is looking at a fast AF system, the m43 system is really NOT for you... DSLRs with phase detection is anytime faster than the contrast detection system on m43 systems.
E-P2 workaround : C-AF Tracking. This is the new interesting feature that will help in the motion tracking for AF, but since it is still a CDAF camera, it will have its limitations... but I am quite certain there will be certain improvements because it was tested to shoot kids... finally someone in Olympus have young kids (knowing how old the big boys are in Olympus, maybe grandchildren?).
Image Quality : Something that always is top priority when choosing a new camera. And if you are a newbie in photography, and uses a lot of preset stuff or does not want to spend too much time tweaking, then the new function for iAuto Mode with i-Enhance will definitely make friends sit up and look at your images again... let's just say that the best just got better. But of course, good framing and shooting in "sensible amount of light" is still something that are part of the ingredient for a good picture.
New Art Filters just add to the list of "usable" features... Unless the earlier 6... both new Diorama and Cross Process Art Filters are awesome for those shooters who are not experts in Photoshop.
For the more seasoned photographer... I think the new EVF (VF-2) is the only reason needed to buy the new E-P2. E-3 sized view (1.14x magnification, no tunnel syndrome)... what else can anyone ask for?
I don't know about you, but for me, I think setting realistic expectations from a camera when I am buying it for a specific purpose. The m43 is a GREAT COMPANION to a DSLR system but as for 2009, it is not a replacement to the DSLR UNLESS you are (1) replacing a PnS camera, (2) travel or food photographer or someone who shoots inanimate objects or (3) you are bloody good at manual focusing.
For everything else, this year, you have the Canon 1DS MkIV. That is going to be the AF King this Christmas... if you expect the m43's CDAF to perform like phase detection system... you really need a doctor.
Many people who have made comments never really used the cameras intensively... which is why I had so much problems communicating with them.
My strongest advise for those who are really looking at buying a camera, regardless Panny, Oly, or any other brand, go hang out with the owners and ask to try the cameras extensively, then make up your own mind about the cameras. Really.
And while testing the cameras, look at the PICTURES taken by the owners... let the photos speak for themselves. If you are a photographer, you will know what you want and see if that particular system work for you or not.
Fast AF issues : Really... if one is looking at a fast AF system, the m43 system is really NOT for you... DSLRs with phase detection is anytime faster than the contrast detection system on m43 systems.
E-P2 workaround : C-AF Tracking. This is the new interesting feature that will help in the motion tracking for AF, but since it is still a CDAF camera, it will have its limitations... but I am quite certain there will be certain improvements because it was tested to shoot kids... finally someone in Olympus have young kids (knowing how old the big boys are in Olympus, maybe grandchildren?).
Image Quality : Something that always is top priority when choosing a new camera. And if you are a newbie in photography, and uses a lot of preset stuff or does not want to spend too much time tweaking, then the new function for iAuto Mode with i-Enhance will definitely make friends sit up and look at your images again... let's just say that the best just got better. But of course, good framing and shooting in "sensible amount of light" is still something that are part of the ingredient for a good picture.
New Art Filters just add to the list of "usable" features... Unless the earlier 6... both new Diorama and Cross Process Art Filters are awesome for those shooters who are not experts in Photoshop.
For the more seasoned photographer... I think the new EVF (VF-2) is the only reason needed to buy the new E-P2. E-3 sized view (1.14x magnification, no tunnel syndrome)... what else can anyone ask for?
I don't know about you, but for me, I think setting realistic expectations from a camera when I am buying it for a specific purpose. The m43 is a GREAT COMPANION to a DSLR system but as for 2009, it is not a replacement to the DSLR UNLESS you are (1) replacing a PnS camera, (2) travel or food photographer or someone who shoots inanimate objects or (3) you are bloody good at manual focusing.
For everything else, this year, you have the Canon 1DS MkIV. That is going to be the AF King this Christmas... if you expect the m43's CDAF to perform like phase detection system... you really need a doctor.
