Olympus US launched new massive deals on MFT stuff (Click here to see them all).
1) Save up to $900 on lenses & $100 one audio recorder:
Runs at GetOlympus. $200 kit savings on Amazon.
2) $600 off on E-M5 12-40mm kit. Use that additional $100 mail-in rebate (pdf file):
At Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto and GetOlympus. Qualifys for an additional $300 in savings on the M.12-40mm f2.8 PRO lens (after $200 instant savings and $100 mail-in rebate). Ends 7/19/14.
3) $100 off on MFT lenses:
Olympus 12mm f/2.0 at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto and Getolympus.
Olympus 75mm f/1.8 at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto and GetOlympus.
Olympus 12-40mm at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto and GetOlympus.
Olympus 12-50mm at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto and GetOlympus.
4) More deals from GetOlympus and Amazon:
Up to $200 off on MFT cameras at Amazon.
Up to $100 Off Recorders with OM-D or E-P5 Purchase (Click here).
Up to $800 Off Lenses with OM-D or PEN E-P5 Purchase (Click here).
PEN E-PL5: FREE Wi-Fi Card (Click here).
PEN E-P5: Over $479 in Savings! (Click here).
VF-4: Only $99.99 with E-P5 Body Purchase at GetOlympus and Amazon.
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E-M5 due for replacement soon. Must be the reason for the offers, to clean stock.
I’m not sure were going to see an EM5 replacement. I’ve heard zero rumors or plans about it. I’m afraid we are going to have a 2 body EM lineup in the future.
Just EM10 + EM1 is not such a bad idea. The EM10 is like an EM5 on steroids, and slightly more compact to boot. Small enough to feel it in your hands. If it had been available when I bought my EM5, I would have surely bought the EM10 instead.
Pen range should be cut down to 2 models, too — Pen EPL with no viewfinder, and EP with viewfinder. Then have a couple of fixed lens 28mm + 40mm Pen Mini aka Trip-Digital models.
Instead of an EM5 MkII, I’d rather see EM10 – EM3 – EM1, where the new (theoretical) EM3 model is yet another serious-looking Pro camera. The entry level Pro, like the 6D is to 5D, so to speak.
Curious about a possible replacement too.
For the love of all things Olympus, I just want that 75mm for under 600 bucks. I don’t think I’m asking a lot here. My EP5, 9-18, 25mm, 45mm and that lens- dream team.
You may have to wait awhile for $600, but you’ll never regret buying that 75mm. Sharp as a tack.
It’s worth every penny. Splurge and you will not regret.
Well, here is my fear. I own the Zeiss 135mm 1.8 for my Sony alpha A900. It’s ridiculous. However, I’m finding my Olympus gear to be pretty damn close. In many cases recently- most everyone I know can’t tell the difference. If the 75mm 1.8 can stack up well against it- I’m not sure I’ll keep investing in full frame.
I see your dilemma. I am an EM5 shooter and love the size difference with m43. I wonder if you could rent or borrow a 75mm to play with. I believe BHPhoto has a return policy. You could go that route and see if you like it. I suspect you will. I went even crazier and bought the Noctricon 42.5mm. Not cheap, but oh so beautiful are the images.
Hi BlueSky. Have you used the Oly 45mm? If so, is the Noctricon that much better? I would imagine so, just curious. Thanks.
The Nocticron is here 6 times the price of a 45 f/1.8. It depends on the person if that justifies the subtle differences in rendering. Buildwise the Nocticron is obviously much much better then the Olympus. This and the 1.2 /Leica designation might be enough for some.
I have both. I’m goofy. The Oly 45mm is super great for the price and I think it would be hard to justify the $1500 price tag of the Nocticron if you’re watching the ol’ budget. The Pany is big and heavy and not weather sealed. But it’s oh so special. Steve Huff has an awesome article about it. The Pany is also a full stop faster. Bokeh is that much nicer at f/1.2.
sometimes the choice in sensor formats can be a struggle. MFT sometimes is a nobrainer for me. But sometimes I prefer the rendering of a larger format (dof/perspectice wise). Recently I sold my E-M5 setup due to financial reasons. Now I am at that crossroad again to choose what I want.
Well said. I have my Rollieflex for medium format, EP5 for everyday stuff and Sony full frame/Zeiss gear when I need to scratch that 35mm itch. However, I know for a fact I could live and be happy with M43rds by itself. If anything, it’s taught me two things. One- most people are way oversold on what they need. Two- there is no all in one perfect camera or system. To me the struggle is letting go of my imaginary needs that drive useless purchases. Tough to do with so much gear out there.
i have a similar wish for goin back to medium format. Full time if i can get my hands on a cheap used Mamiya ZD(which uses a 1.1x crop sensor). Otherwise I might endup again with MFT this time maybe the E-M1 plus that Nocticron, though pricewise a Fuji X-T1 or Sony A7 might be a bit more attractive plus the more expressive rendering wideopen (Sony only if going legacy wise with a good lens). Mft still offers the best all in one solution imho…decisions decisions
Couldn’t agree with you more. Olympus 75mm 1.8 and Panasonic 25mm 1.4 are the lens every MFT shooter should get. They are worth every penny.
I had been shooting an E3 with the standard FT lenses. I jumped right into the EM5 with the 75 f/1.8 and the 25 /f1.4 right the get go. My only regret, …, none! 😉
Yo, admin: make that “12-50 kit,” above.
Wow, Olympus is really going all in with the huge markdowns these days!