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Best compact 4/3 camera with quality zoom

Started May 25, 2014 | Discussions thread
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Re: Best compact 4/3 camera with quality zoom

Tony8232 wrote:

How much are you willing to spend. The E-PM2 two lens kit is an amazing bargain. Unlike the GX1 you can add a viewfinder if you are so inclined. The IQ is better than the Panasonic. However no PSAM mode dial. But value for money there is no contest. The kit lens is very good and the 40-150mm zoom makes this an extremely portable and versatile system. Even if the two lens kit was priced the same as the GX1 I would buy it for the better IQ and the extra lens. This is assuming you are shooting stills primarily.

The EPM2 IQ is not better than the GM1. The JPGs are a little prettier, if you plan to use them, but not by much (and I prefer the color signature of the GM1, actually).  High ISO on the GM1 is a tiny bit better than the EPM2...and the GM1 has no shutter shock.

Six of one half dozen of another.  I traded my EPM2 in and ended up with the GM1, which I like better, in spite of the price differential. The OP would not go wrong with either.

-J

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