OM-D is Thom Hogans serious cam of year

Fredrik Glckner wrote:

I think it is interesting that the Olympus OM-D E-M5 became so popular.

It reminds me of the initial months of the Micro Four Thirds system. The very first camera launched was the Panasonic G1. It came with the 14-45mm kit zoom lens, generally considered to be a stunning kit lens. The camera was very innovative, with great features for a photographer, including a good EVF, articulated LCD, built in flash, a good grip, and many wheels/buttons for control.

The G1 was largely ignored.

Then came the Olympus E-P1. Compared with the G1, it had a poor feature set. No built in flash, no tiltable LCD, no EVF. But it did have a nostalgic retro look, with some decorative metal panels.

The E-P1 was a great hit.

Now, I am seeing the same again with the Olympus OM-D. I think it is the retro look and metal styling that causes it to be very popular.