Have Nikon D3300, Considering E-PM2 As Backup: Shutter Shock?

larrytusaz wrote:

I currently have a Nikon D3300 outfit I'm not looking to change. Previously I had Sony E-mount, prior to that in 2012 I had Olympus via the E-PL1. I enjoyed using it but changed to Sony E-mount since the 12mp Olympus models were lagging behind the sensor technology of the Sony E-mount. However, I still liked the Olympus models. I got on well with how they worked via the Super Control Panel and I liked their JPEGs.

When the E-PM2 finally came out I didn't get it because I had the Sony, but I've always considered it at various times. Now, with me having the Nikon DSLR and no Sony E-mount equipment anymore, I'm considering a cheap one I saw to use for "walkaround," especially landscapes. The main bug-a-bear--shutter shock.

I've done some reading on the issue but not obtained a real consensus point of view about it. If it's an issue of serious consequence then I'd likely avoid it and simply pick up a Sony RX100 if one ever shows up for low enough. Then again if it can be easily managed simply by using that 1/8 shutter delay setting or whatever it's called and turning off IBIS in a given range, then I'd consider it instead of something like a Sony RX100.

Thoughts?

Yes, is an old camera, but image wise the quality is very good even by today's standards.

One thing that bothers me is the lack of wifi. Transfering photos and controlling the camera with the phone are very useful features. I also often miss having a EVF... But, I was on a tight budget and found mine really cheap ($150 w/ lens two kit, low shutter count, but not excellent condition), otherwise would have waited for an OM body.

No focus peaking either... Manual magnify assist works great and the OM art filter focus peaking alternative work well enough in some situations.

I followed Guy's advice and have no problem with shutter shock. I often use manual lenses (no internal stabilization) and they usually allow for fast shutter speeds, so shutter shock is not a problem. When in doubt, usually up the ISO and the shutter speed and/or use slow burst mode.

I used a D3200 a month ago and found I could use quite slower shutter speeds with the E-PM2 (both with kit lenses). The IQ of the Nikon was noticeably better, but found the E-PM2 to be far more flexible, even with the limited external controls it has. Both light years away from the slow shutters speeds allowed by the awesome Ibis on some of the newer M43 cameras ( and Panasonic's portable cameras).

If you don't plan on getting additional lenses, then the RX100, G9X, LX10, LX100, etc. Are good choices too.