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jct us101 · 06-29-2011, 11:29 PM

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kwetiaw · 06-30-2011, 01:15 AM

very neat!!! love it!

kwetiaw · 06-30-2011, 01:15 AM

also the removable hand grip means, more hip/cooler accessories will be available on ebay

Christine Tham · 06-30-2011, 03:05 AM

I must admit, the new models look a lot better than I thought they would. But they are also a bit bigger than I had hoped.

I'm primarily interested in the E-PL3, but the lack of a thumb dial may be a deal breaker.

The GF3 doesn't have it either, but the Q has.

My local camera shop says they will be getting the new models in stock in the next 2 weeks, so I hope to be able to play with them in the near future.

Clicker · 06-30-2011, 05:45 AM

Originally posted by Christine Tham

I must admit, the new models look a lot better than I thought they would. But they are also a bit bigger than I had hoped.

I'm primarily interested in the E-PL3, but the lack of a thumb dial may be a deal breaker.

The GF3 doesn't have it either, but the Q has.

My local camera shop says they will be getting the new models in stock in the next 2 weeks, so I hope to be able to play with them in the near future.

slip your card in and post up samples for us ...lol

Blue · 06-30-2011, 06:44 AM

There are actually 3 Pen bodies announced by Oly.

PEN System Cameras

The 12mm/2 lens is very interesting and has a metal build. It will be interesting to see if it relies on in-camera correction to deal with distortion.

http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/product.asp?product=1568

The 45/1.8 is also metal

http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/product.asp?product=1569

jct us101 · 06-30-2011, 04:17 PM

I just wish they'd release a price on the E-PL3 and E-PM1.

Clicker · 07-02-2011, 07:48 AM

So i wonder how the P3 will stack up against the GF1 now?

Clicker · 07-02-2011, 06:29 PM

If you missed this one ... did you hear that "opening statement?"

Youtu.be

Christine Tham · 07-04-2011, 04:15 AM

The following link shows size comparisons between the new Olympus bodies and the G3:
Olympus PEN E-P3, E-PL3, Panasonic Lumix G3 Size Comparison

Given that I've already decided the G3 is way too big for me, it seems the Olympus bodies will be way too big too.

Looks like it's the Q that I will be primarily interested in.

Edit: GF3 is still in the running ... but I didn't really like the ergonomics - main deciding factor will now be how usable and SLR-like the Q is to operate ... pity because the E-PL3 kinda looks sexy ...

pxpaulx · 07-09-2011, 06:07 PM

Thanks for the link Christine, nice to see a comparison. I currently have an e-p2 and G1 myself, but have pre-ordered a G3 - next to the G1/2 bodies, it is quite a bit smaller, and will make a nice pair with the panasonic 100-300mm I just bought.

The Q is interesting I'll give it that, I'm having trouble how the Q compares to any of the m4/3 cameras though! The E-pm1 and GF3 are likely the smallest m4/3 cameras will ever get - they both already sacrifice pretty much all direct user control as well - they'll be great cameras no doubt, but essentially point and shoot ergonomics (which certainly have their place). On the other hand the Q looks to offer up great control, but with a sensor that doesn't really need that much interaction. Beyond defining the exposure, there will be little depth of field control and adding the lenses makes it non-pocketable too. That aside, good luck with your choice!

nickthetasmaniac · 07-09-2011, 11:49 PM

Hmmm interesting. I'm almost certain I'll get the 45/f1.8 - it's exactly what I've been waiting for for a while...

I'd like to try one out first but I'm also tempted to get the EPL3 as a back-up for my GH2

Christine Tham · 07-11-2011, 02:24 PM

Originally posted by pxpaulx

Thanks for the link Christine, nice to see a comparison. I currently have an e-p2 and G1 myself, but have pre-ordered a G3 - next to the G1/2 bodies, it is quite a bit smaller, and will make a nice pair with the panasonic 100-300mm I just bought.

Just a word of caution - I played extensively with the G3 and the GF3 at PMA 2011 - I found both cameras frustrating to use and have a few quirks which neither myself nor the product manager could resolve.

This is a photo of me holding the G3 - I found the G3 heavy and cumbersome, and not much of a size advantage compared to my K5 with FA43.

You may find the G3 perfect for your needs - I was very keen on the G3 prior to PMA but after touching it and using it I'm completely cold on this camera.

nickthetasmaniac · 07-11-2011, 07:22 PM

Originally posted by Christine Tham

This is a photo of me holding the G3 - I found the G3 heavy and cumbersome, and not much of a size advantage compared to my K5 with FA43.

Very interesting - I always found the GH2 and 20/f1.7 to feel much more compact and portable than the K-7 and 35/f2.8 Ltd, and the G3 is noticeably smaller than the GH2...

Alan Clogwyn · 07-12-2011, 12:30 AM

The GH has a nicer grip though, My Pentax Super A has asimilar grip to the G3 and it does feel cumbersome despite being the same size as the GH.

06-29-2011, 11:29 PM	#1
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793	The E-P3 is here! Along with the E-PL3, E-PM1, and new lenses! Last edited by Parallax; 06-30-2011 at 06:55 AM. Reason: Link to personal commercial site removed

06-30-2011, 06:44 AM	#6
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	There are actually 3 Pen bodies announced by Oly. PEN System Cameras The 12mm/2 lens is very interesting and has a metal build. It will be interesting to see if it relies on in-camera correction to deal with distortion. http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/product.asp?product=1568 The 45/1.8 is also metal http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/product.asp?product=1569 Last edited by Blue; 06-30-2011 at 07:26 AM.

07-04-2011, 04:15 AM	#10
Christine Tham Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,269	The following link shows size comparisons between the new Olympus bodies and the G3: Olympus PEN E-P3, E-PL3, Panasonic Lumix G3 Size Comparison Given that I've already decided the G3 is way too big for me, it seems the Olympus bodies will be way too big too. Looks like it's the Q that I will be primarily interested in. Edit: GF3 is still in the running ... but I didn't really like the ergonomics - main deciding factor will now be how usable and SLR-like the Q is to operate ... pity because the E-PL3 kinda looks sexy ... Last edited by Christine Tham; 07-04-2011 at 04:22 AM.

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06-30-2011, 01:15 AM	#2
kwetiaw Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 174	very neat!!! love it!

06-30-2011, 03:05 AM	#4
Christine Tham Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,269	I must admit, the new models look a lot better than I thought they would. But they are also a bit bigger than I had hoped. I'm primarily interested in the E-PL3, but the lack of a thumb dial may be a deal breaker. The GF3 doesn't have it either, but the Q has. My local camera shop says they will be getting the new models in stock in the next 2 weeks, so I hope to be able to play with them in the near future.

06-30-2011, 05:45 AM	#5
Clicker Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,241	Originally posted by Christine Tham I must admit, the new models look a lot better than I thought they would. But they are also a bit bigger than I had hoped. I'm primarily interested in the E-PL3, but the lack of a thumb dial may be a deal breaker. The GF3 doesn't have it either, but the Q has. My local camera shop says they will be getting the new models in stock in the next 2 weeks, so I hope to be able to play with them in the near future. slip your card in and post up samples for us ...lol

06-30-2011, 04:17 PM	#7
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793 Original Poster	I just wish they'd release a price on the E-PL3 and E-PM1.

07-02-2011, 07:48 AM	#8
Clicker Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,241	So i wonder how the P3 will stack up against the GF1 now?

07-09-2011, 06:07 PM	#11
pxpaulx Veteran Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Twin Cities, MN Posts: 2,867	Thanks for the link Christine, nice to see a comparison. I currently have an e-p2 and G1 myself, but have pre-ordered a G3 - next to the G1/2 bodies, it is quite a bit smaller, and will make a nice pair with the panasonic 100-300mm I just bought. The Q is interesting I'll give it that, I'm having trouble how the Q compares to any of the m4/3 cameras though! The E-pm1 and GF3 are likely the smallest m4/3 cameras will ever get - they both already sacrifice pretty much all direct user control as well - they'll be great cameras no doubt, but essentially point and shoot ergonomics (which certainly have their place). On the other hand the Q looks to offer up great control, but with a sensor that doesn't really need that much interaction. Beyond defining the exposure, there will be little depth of field control and adding the lenses makes it non-pocketable too. That aside, good luck with your choice!

07-09-2011, 11:49 PM	#12
nickthetasmaniac Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,361	Hmmm interesting. I'm almost certain I'll get the 45/f1.8 - it's exactly what I've been waiting for for a while... I'd like to try one out first but I'm also tempted to get the EPL3 as a back-up for my GH2

07-11-2011, 02:24 PM	#13
Christine Tham Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,269	Originally posted by pxpaulx Thanks for the link Christine, nice to see a comparison. I currently have an e-p2 and G1 myself, but have pre-ordered a G3 - next to the G1/2 bodies, it is quite a bit smaller, and will make a nice pair with the panasonic 100-300mm I just bought. Just a word of caution - I played extensively with the G3 and the GF3 at PMA 2011 - I found both cameras frustrating to use and have a few quirks which neither myself nor the product manager could resolve. This is a photo of me holding the G3 - I found the G3 heavy and cumbersome, and not much of a size advantage compared to my K5 with FA43. You may find the G3 perfect for your needs - I was very keen on the G3 prior to PMA but after touching it and using it I'm completely cold on this camera.

07-11-2011, 07:22 PM	#14
nickthetasmaniac Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,361	Originally posted by Christine Tham This is a photo of me holding the G3 - I found the G3 heavy and cumbersome, and not much of a size advantage compared to my K5 with FA43. Very interesting - I always found the GH2 and 20/f1.7 to feel much more compact and portable than the K-7 and 35/f2.8 Ltd, and the G3 is noticeably smaller than the GH2...

07-12-2011, 12:30 AM	#15
Alan Clogwyn Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Gwynedd Photos: Gallery Posts: 93	The GH has a nicer grip though, My Pentax Super A has asimilar grip to the G3 and it does feel cumbersome despite being the same size as the GH.

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