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Help Me Select: E-PM2 vs E-PL5 vs E-P3

Started Mar 12, 2013 | Discussions thread
photofan1986
photofan1986 Veteran Member • Posts: 3,841
Re: Help Me Select: E-PM2 vs E-PL5 vs E-P3
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Well, I would pass on the EP3, as it uses the old sensor, and the difference with the new one is rather substantial. Also, I bought the EPM2 a couple of days ago, along with a PL 25 1.4 and a Panasonic 14 2.5 (second hand for a good price), and I must say that I've been very, very positively surprised by this camera. I was a bit concerned about ergonomics, but actually the camera is a breeze to use! I really loved the small size and all...BUT...a couple of days later, the shop where I bought the camera made a great deal on the OMD that I could not pass on, so I exchanged it. The OMD is the superior camera, but I sometimes miss the very compact and lightweight body of the EPM2.

On that note, I have to say that the 25 1.4 was quite front heavy on the EPM2. It balances well on the OMD though. On the other hand, the 14 2.5 is a perfect companion to the EPM2, as is the Panasonic 20 1.7. Actually, if I had to go with the EPM2 again, I would probably buy the 20 instead of the 25.

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