Thank you for sharing insights into your camera gear. It’s always fascinating to see the equipment photographers use – especially in relation to their photos. But what’s even more interesting is understanding why they make those particular choices. Your explanations were clear and made perfect sense.

Thanks again for sharing your thoughts.
Wishing you all the best,
Marc.

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I use a Nikon Z 8 and a Nikon Z 6 ii. The auto focus isn’t as fast or intelligent as Canon, but the Nikkor lenses hold the edge. Sony has the largest family of mirrorless lenses, but users complain about the interface and machined like feel of the sharp edges and square corners. The Leica and Lumix system was my second choice. I went with Nikon because of my family’s long history with the brand, going back to the F4. The mirrorless is still a work in progress but it’s improving. Shooting in RAW helps in post. I just correct for user or camera errors. My photos don’t usually have a cinematic preset overlay.

I look forward to your next advancement. I trust that it will be the right choice, and a natural leap for you! 😊

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That is very good advice, Guy, and I completely agree with you. I have no intention of leaving the Micro Four Thirds system. It’s also encouraging to hear that many photographers remain loyal to the system. It only reaffirms that we made the right choice, even though there are others who criticize it.
Best regards,
Marc

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Thanks for the comment! I just visited your website and was actually trying to find out what type of camera you use yourself—maybe a Lumix or Leica?—but I couldn’t find it.

A full-frame camera that uses the same lenses as my Leica T would indeed be convenient. My issue is mainly that I already use two systems, and that makes me doubt whether three are manageable.

We’re still figuring things out. But every idea and comment helps me move forward a bit—yours included.

So thank you, and be sure to visit again; you’re always welcome!
Marc

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Well being a 66 year old fart I can appreciate your desire for lighter equipment. I have an OM-1 MK II as well as a Pen-F. Everything has a compromise to it, you just have to figure which ones you are ok with. I’m quite happy with M43 and have no intention of dumping it even if OMS and Panny decided to quit the format.

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Well, you might be mistaken about that, normally, I don’t hesitate to go for it, but this time it’s different. It’s a tough decision, mainly because I know I probably wouldn’t use it often. In that case, it feels like a waste of money.

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The Lumix sounds like the one to go with then.

I think I already know what you will do.

Be interesting to see how you go with your new camera.

All the best

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Hey Bearfuzzy,

The weight difference between the Lumix S5 and the new OM-1 MKII is just a little over 100 grams, so that won’t be a game-changer. However, the Micro Four Thirds (M4/3) system does have a 2x crop factor, which has a significant impact on lenses. Lenses for M4/3 become much more compact when compared to full-frame lenses with the same effective focal length. So yes, you will definitely feel a difference in terms of size and handling when using lenses on an M4/3 versus a full-frame system.

That said, I would primarily use the S5 for shooting with vintage lenses. In that case, the weight difference doesn’t really matter—it’s just about those 100 extra grams on the camera body itself. For me, it’s the ability to use those older lenses that makes full-frame appealing.

Like you, I would never trade in my Micro Four Thirds system for a full-frame setup. My decision to get the S5 was simply because I found it at a great price and could use it specifically with my vintage lenses. Because, let’s be honest, if you’re going to shoot with an old vintage OM Zuiko 28mm lens, you’re either going to do that on a full-frame digital or an old film camera, not on a Micro Four Thirds.

As for other brands, I’ve had Fujifilm cameras but I sold them. And Sony, wel, great sensor but the build quality just doesn’t compare to a Lumix.

Eventually, if I sell my Canon 5D MKII with lenses, I’ll probably need to add around €300 to €400 for the S5.
And then the question arises—should I keep the money or invest in a full-frame S5 as an extra camera system ?
Thanks for your input, Bearfuzzy, and I hope to see you back here.
All the best!
Marc.

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I am a bit older than you so my concern would be the size and weight of equivalent lenses for full frame. But it is worth consideration. Might also be worth a look at the latest and greatest from other companies. Fujifilm are making great strides with their x-trans processors and Sony appear to be shrinking the size of cameras as well.

Having said that I am really wedded to the MFT format. It is much more compact than my APS-C camera and lens.

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