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Agree that the shipping cost to Singapore is a killer....
When I ordered the base+grip for the E-M5 more than 1 year ago, I had to use a comgatevay/vpost.
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Agree that the shipping cost to Singapore is a killer....
When I ordered the base+grip for the E-M5 more than 1 year ago, I had to use a comgatevay/vpost.
Getting the RRS w/L-plate + shipped will be around SGD$218 while the J.B Grip around SGD$82. The RRS's worth getting if u r into it for the side L-plate and of course if one is willing to pay for it.
Both base plates weigh almost the same and around the same thickness with the JB's tripod screw also quite aligned to ctr of lens
Let mine reach first then i can do a proper measurement and see how aligned the tripod screw to the ctr
, I'm pretty sure the RRS is going to be really exact since its advertised as such while JB makes no mention of this.
Construction wise, both seem great to me and able to do what they'r supposed to do.
Anyway, I'm sure there will be people who prefer to use the body nude, prefer the Gariz, prefer the RRS or the JB or even prefer wrapping the body up in cloth so it feels like hugging a baby or wrapping it in pandan leaves to keep away cockroaches.
Personal liking like why some prefer shooting the 35mm & why some prefer the 50mm FOV instead.
Both base plates weigh almost the same and around the same thickness with the JB's tripod screw also quite aligned to ctr of lens
Let mine reach first then i can do a proper measurement and see how aligned the tripod screw to the ctr
, I'm pretty sure the RRS is going to be really exact since its advertised as such while JB makes no mention of this. Construction wise, both seem great to me and able to do what they'r supposed to do.
Anyway, I'm sure there will be people who prefer to use the body nude, prefer the Gariz, prefer the RRS or the JB or even prefer wrapping the body up in cloth so it feels like hugging a baby or wrapping it in pandan leaves to keep away cockroaches.
Personal liking like why some prefer shooting the 35mm & why some prefer the 50mm FOV instead.
i shipped it to someone who was visiting SF on business, so shipping cost me USD 5.98 and tax was USD 9.38.
i'll see who's going US..ask to bring back. hehe
Let mine reach first then i can do a proper measurement and see how aligned the tripod screw to the ctr
i think you may be missing something here. the main use of the RRS plate is as an Arca-Swiss type quick-release tripod plate - it fits compatible tripod heads nicely without needing to use the screwthread mount. that it also offers an additional tripod screwthread mount aligned with the lens axis is a nice bonus. the vertical plate affords the option of mounting the camera in portrait orientation onto the tripod head.
the JB is not designed for this at all.
hyperFocal
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For those considering the RRS L plate for E-M5 or E-M1 for shooting landscapes, do note that you'll also need the cable relief spacer if you want access to the remote port.
http://reallyrightstuff.com/ProductDesc.aspx?code=CRS&type=0&eq=&desc=CRS%3a-Cable-Relief-Spacer&key=it
http://reallyrightstuff.com/ProductDesc.aspx?code=CRS&type=0&eq=&desc=CRS%3a-Cable-Relief-Spacer&key=it
mortpenguin
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I bought a GH2 when I was in the US this year because I wanted to upgrade from my G2 and thought I would be shooting quite a lot of video in the five months that I was there. The price also dropped a fair bit to about 600USD because the GH3 had just been released. But now that I'm back in SG I'm starting to feel that it wasn't the best purchasing decision as I'm now shooting photos primarily, and somehow I'm just not pleased with the results I'm getting on the GH2, seems like the IQ is lacking somewhere (I'm using the Panny 20mm and Oly 45mm lenses). After PP they look alright, but out of the camera stills don't look that great.
Thus I'm considering switching over to the EM1 with the 12-40 lens since the still photo quality would be better I believe, but the price is too steep. If I had not bought the GH2 earlier this year my decision would be made much easier. Any thoughts from current EM1 users haha :/
Thus I'm considering switching over to the EM1 with the 12-40 lens since the still photo quality would be better I believe, but the price is too steep. If I had not bought the GH2 earlier this year my decision would be made much easier. Any thoughts from current EM1 users haha :/
Agrivar
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I started into m4/3 with the G2 as well. Then also upgraded to the gh2 mostly for video. For stills it's ok but you need to shoot raw. The jpegs OOC are not the best.
later I upgraded to the gh3 as my main cam and went from gf3 to epl5 for sec cam.I think if you are looking for better IQ, any cam with the later sensors are good enough.
- EM5, EP5, EPL5/6. EPM2, GH3 share the same sony sensor. But the oly jpg engine is still better OOC
- g6, and gf6 is supposedly using a tweaked gh2 sensor, so little point to try these
- EM1, Gx7, gm1 are all using the latest sensor tech.
IMO, you can try the em5. It's really cheap and still has the built in EVF. Another option is gx7. And of course em1. Why don't you try the gx7 as the image processor has improved together with the sensor.
ageha
Senior Member
Indeed! I don't get it, it serves no purpose except looking like designed by a blind man. The surface doesn't even match the E-M1.
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mortpenguin
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I started into m4/3 with the G2 as well. Then also upgraded to the gh2 mostly for video. For stills it's ok but you need to shoot raw. The jpegs OOC are not the best.
I think if you are looking for better IQ, any cam with the later sensors are good enough.
- EM5, EP5, EPL5/6. EPM2, GH3 share the same sony sensor. But the oly jpg engine is still better OOC
- g6, and gf6 is supposedly using a tweaked gh2 sensor, so little point to try these
- EM1, Gx7, gm1 are all using the latest sensor tech.
IMO, you can try the em5. It's really cheap and still has the built in EVF. Another option is gx7. And of course em1. Why don't you try the gx7 as the image processor has improved together with the sensor.
Wow we share the same m4/3 history haha. Thanks for your advice. I'm not really interested in the GX7 'cause I'm looking for a more professional camera which I will be using for my own freelance work. I actually am quite tempted by the EM5 too since the price has dropped substantially, but I don't know how much I will be missing out since I'm once again buying an older generation camera instead of the latest one, ie I don't know if features like built-in WiFi and the very good EVF would be things I regret not paying for if I get the EM5. Should I save on the money (again) or take the pinch and upgrade one shot, that's what I'm contemplating now. Sigh.
Bite the bullet once and for all.... else you will keep thinking of the EM1..... not happy shooter, no good.....
tomcat
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My advice for you is that if you buy the E-M5, never ever get your hands on a E-M1 and shoot with it. Just pretend that this camera has never existed. If not, you WILL regret your decision to buy the E-M5 and kick yourself silly and you will end up ultimately going out and buying the E-M1. I have both and I can tell you that the shooting experience between the two is like heaven and earth and well worth the price difference.
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iise7en
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Save yourself from agonizing pain of thinking further on. Just get EM1 and be happier owner than being grumpy one on this festival month.
To me, my em1 is better than em5 in overall rating. The End...
My advice for you is that if you buy the E-M5, never ever get your hands on a E-M1 and shoot with it. Just pretend that this camera has never existed. If not, you WILL regret your decision to buy the E-M5 and kick yourself silly and you will end up ultimately going out and buying the E-M1. I have both and I can tell you that the shooting experience between the two is like heaven and earth and well worth the price difference.
Sigh , the cat is right.
Victim here and collecting my EM-1 tmr and this is in addition to owning an EP5.
Kekeke told you not to touch already..... kekekeke.... think my turn next to touch.... see if it will talk to me..... A7 so far I caress for a while but dont know.... still not acquainted with it yet....
hortwizer
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I second that. Hold it and the difference between the EM-5 and EM-1 becomes obvious. HahaMy advice for you is that if you buy the E-M5, never ever get your hands on a E-M1 and shoot with it. Just pretend that this camera has never existed. If not, you WILL regret your decision to buy the E-M5 and kick yourself silly and you will end up ultimately going out and buying the E-M1. I have both and I can tell you that the shooting experience between the two is like heaven and earth and well worth the price difference.
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Agrivar
Senior Member
Bro. You Kenna BBB bug?
that's why I let go one of my EP5s
akrapovic600 bro helped to secure a deal for a EM-1 body which i couldn't resist. Can pair the EP5 with lighter lenses like the 17/1.8, 45/1.8 etc while the EM-1 can go with the heavier lenses like the 12-40 and hopefully the upcoming 40-150/2. 8Without him , think i'd not bear to plonk down the money for this investment haha. One body in One body sold so still within house rules.
akrapovic600
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that's why I let go one of my EP5s
Without him , think i'd not bear to plonk down the money for this investment haha. One body in One body sold so still within house rules.
Hahaha...D day later..Gonna part with your monies
But well, who can resist that kind of price?But we combined both also save from getting a body and lens individually..See ya ~!
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