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Should I trade my m43 system for Sony RX-10

Started Apr 10, 2014 | Questions thread
Corkcampbell
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Absolutely.

I would absolutely consider it. I have 5 m4/3 cameras and many important lenses, flashes, but I have been using the RX10 much, much more recently. That's because my priority is equally between video and stills; however, I have a DP2M for stills that I carry along with me. The video on the RX10 is superb and equals that of my GH3.

It is tempting to sell all of my m4/3 stuff but I do occasionally need the unlimited recording ability of the GH3, especially with grip. I might only need it twice a year, but the need is there. So, the GH2s, and EM-5s will go, but I will probably keep the lenses and a GH3, perhaps even pick up a GH4, pending reviews. Of course, the next version of the Sony may negate all of that. Hopefully so, as I have learned with the RX10, it's so much easier to carry just one capable camera with a decent, fast lens. The bag is so light, and time is not wasted on switching lenses.

For someone who is more interested in stills, I can't offer an opinion. As good as the RX10 is, it would be hard to match some of the good primes available for m4/3: Sigma 60mm, Oly 75 and 45mm, etc. And it can't match the reach of the Pany 100-300. Additionally, the wireless flash system of the Panys/Olys is more advanced.

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