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For your needs, the E-M5II seems like it would be a good fit. The potential end of the system could be something to consider but it'll work and I don't see it ending within the next couple of years. ...

The upgrade would be very significant so I'd say it's worth it. You have pretty nice lenses and those will transfer over to the 5DIV. The R isn't a great body right now (though it's not bad either) ...

If you think you would use the 35mm, then I'd recommend that kit for the long run. Lenses last longer and these are both first generation bodies. The second generation should be significantly ...

Lenses usually last longer and could make more of a difference in image quality so I'd say prioritize that. There are quite a few other factors to consider between the two kits though.

Canon 5DIV is an easy general recommendation.

I love using the Lowepro Urban Reporter 150 messenger bag. It might be a tight squeeze but your kit may fit in there. Otherwise, the Peak Design messenger bags are pretty practical though a bit ...

What does he shoot? That could help. There are so many options. He already has a pretty full kit for most genres.

It's a pretty good body. For the money, I would say Nikon and Sony have better offerings though. I guess it may depend on the price you'd be getting it for. One of the main limiting factors for me ...

It's a great camera. And buying used allows you to sell it for a minimal loss of you do switch later on.

That makes more sense. That being said, you may be able to sell it for more now, but it could also save you more money now if it reduces your need to buy. It depends... But we can't answer that for ...

Congrats! Enjoy the kit!

For astro, it could be nice to get wider than 24mm but it could depend on your style.

Can you explain please? What do you mean by a tired shutter? Because besides that, age doesn't make a camera any less good unless there is an actual thing that's wrong with it. We don't know, but ...

^This The reason the two lenses exist is because they serve different purposes/customers. We can't really help without knowing more about your photography wants/needs.

Why not just stick with your D610? My thinking is that the second generation of Z bodies should be significantly better so if you do plan on going to Nikon mirrorless, it may be worth the wait.

One question is how important image quality is to you. Micro four-thirds seems like the best option for you as it would make the kit more portable for your hikes, they have good options for ...

It's not quite this simple, but it's like choosing between size and image quality. It depends on what's more valuable to you. You already have a pretty established system in Olympus so it would be ...

I agree with John Deerfield. You want a superzoom but you also want low-light performance and you can't really get both unless you expose correctly with a bridge camera that has a large aperture. ...

It depends on your priorities. Getting a DSLR would work for now, but if you think you'd plan on going with the trend and eventually switch to mirrorless, it may work to start switching now. That ...

No problem, just wanted to bring clarity to the situation. A mirrorless camera is ideal but point-and-shoot options may be better at your budget as they often come with faster lenses. Wide ...