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[christmaslovebird]

My brother got interested in photography so thinking of buy him one used olympus set ( body + one len ) . Not sure which one to buy for him .

1)Used E-1 or E510.

Currently , I am using E510 + 14-54 mm . I am more interested in E-1 as I can try the E-1
but is it adviseable to buy something " outdated " body ???? can someone provide more information so I can make better decision .

[egnaro]

Originally Posted by christmaslovebird My brother got interested in photography so thinking of buy him one used olympus set ( body + one len ) . Not sure which one to buy for him . 1)Used E-1 or E510. Currently , I am using E510 + 14-54 mm . I am more interested in E-1 as I can try the E-1 but is it adviseable to buy something " outdated " body ???? can someone provide more information so I can make better decision .

this is tough!!!! both are good cam... to me, E1 is a very good pro cam in the past, well-built but of cuz outdated as for it age.

E510 will be a more advance body, built is definitely out.

your bro is new to photography? if yes then I will advise on E510.

since u already have E510, y dun u pass it to your Bro and u upgrade to E3?

[christmaslovebird]

Originally Posted by egnaro this is tough!!!! both are good cam... to me, E1 is a very good pro cam in the past, well-built but of cuz outdated as for it age. E510 will be a more advance body, built is definitely out. your bro is new to photography? if yes then I will advise on E510. since u already have E510, y dun u pass it to your Bro and u upgrade to E3?

I also think the same way but E3 is too expensive for me now maybe wait for the new middle line body next year . Don't think my brother want to wait sooo long . I know also diffcult to make decision so i post to ask for advice .

[cater]

There is a E520 with 1 lens in B&S section.

[Kirika]

Ok. It all depends, really. I recommend the E1 for the veterans, E510 for the newbies. I still find it easier to access stuff from the main LCD, whatever the vets say about the top LCD. The E5xx are also lighter. Larger screens. IS. Etc etc. Great for beginners who would shoot handheld on full auto and expect results.

But once you're willing to slow down and get down to basics, shooting from a tripod, and ignoring the MP counts and noise, the E1 is still quite the workhorse. Much as I love the E1, I'd say get the E5xx. It's less intimidating =p Or pass your E5xx over, and get the E1. haha

BTW...don't forget the dpreview discussion: http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/re...hread=29668553

[mskong]

maybe you can consider E520?

[christmaslovebird]

Originally Posted by Kirika Ok. It all depends, really. I recommend the E1 for the veterans, E510 for the newbies. I still find it easier to access stuff from the main LCD, whatever the vets say about the top LCD. The E5xx are also lighter. Larger screens. IS. Etc etc. Great for beginners who would shoot handheld on full auto and expect results. But once you're willing to slow down and get down to basics, shooting from a tripod, and ignoring the MP counts and noise, the E1 is still quite the workhorse. Much as I love the E1, I'd say get the E5xx. It's less intimidating =p Or pass your E5xx over, and get the E1. haha BTW...don't forget the dpreview discussion: http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/re...hread=29668553

Thanks for all your inputs .

If I pass my E510 to my brother , I use the E1 .would it be some kind of “down grade “ . People usually upgrade where I go the other way . Got this strange feeling . Don’t know whether is a good move???

[aryanto]

You give advance dslr to someone who just started photography and he will either give up, overwhelmed by the settings, or stick to p-mode and complain camera not good when cannot get the shot he want. So what is your brother's level?

[christmaslovebird]

Originally Posted by aryanto You give advance dslr to someone who just started photography and he will either give up, overwhelmed by the settings, or stick to p-mode and complain camera not good when cannot get the shot he want. So what is your brother's level?

My brother had one year of experience of using the prosumer camera ( canon S3IS ). He did use my E510 for few time before . Had no complained with it . Actually I want to give him one used set as a gift to posion him .

[blurboiboi]

Originally Posted by christmaslovebird My brother had one year of experience of using the prosumer camera ( canon S3IS ). He did use my E510 for few time before . Had no complained with it . Actually I want to give him one used set as a gift to posion him .

how i wish i got a brother like you manz,,,,

[headfonz]

Originally Posted by christmaslovebird Thanks for all your inputs . If I pass my E510 to my brother , I use the E1 .would it be some kind of “down grade “ . People usually upgrade where I go the other way . Got this strange feeling . Don’t know whether is a good move???

think about it this way (i'm a E510 user)

cons:
downgrade in resolution
lose built-in IS and liveview

pros:
likely to upgrade in skill / technique with the limitations of ISO and lack of IS
E1's colour output
rugged camera body
best egronomically designed body
almost silent shutter release

[dorts]

I think the E-1's AF speed might kill you.

I say go with the E-520!

[holidaydom]

As good as the E1 is (or was for that matter), you'll probably be disappointed with the image quality seeing that you're using the E510 currently.

I suggest you get him the E520 for the fact that the IS will be very benificial for new users and the image quality is very good for that price point.

[Kirika]

Having played with both the E1 and E510, I find that using the E1 forces me to really consider my shots. If you're a casual shooter, the E510 can take shots in just about any situation short of heavy rain. But for the E1, I knew that I could not rely on IS or cropping to get the shots, so I find myself using it a lot when I want to slow down. Less reliance on technological aids like IS, LV and zooming in (both from LV and smaller LCD), but yeah...not for casual shooters =p As a veteran, you might be quite ok with it, I guess.

[kuanwk]

Originally Posted by blurboiboi how i wish i got a brother like you manz,,,,

alternative: find a supportive wife..

[microcosm]

Originally Posted by holidaydom As good as the E1 is (or was for that matter), you'll probably be disappointed with the image quality seeing that you're using the E510 currently. I suggest you get him the E520 for the fact that the IS will be very benificial for new users and the image quality is very good for that price point.

Its the other way round you mean? I have yet to see another Olympus camera that can compare to E-1 for image quality (wish they released the same sensor at a higher resolution). Colours are more vibrant with the E-1 (and more accurate).

[spidey89]

I agree with Microcosm,I like the output from E-1 more,heck,i use E-1 whenever possible,even at night unless bo bian than i use E-510

[egnaro]

Originally Posted by spidey89 I agree with Microcosm,I like the output from E-1 more,heck,i use E-1 whenever possible,even at night unless bo bian than i use E-510

u r confuse!!! what abt ur E3? haha

u seem to be richer then working personnel like me... i only own 1 body "pathetic E510".

[spidey89]

haha,E-3 also la,but sometimes lazy to bring out ma,where got rich?i'm not a poor student who is reading more and more each day,lol

[egnaro]

Originally Posted by spidey89 haha,E-3 also la,but sometimes lazy to bring out ma,where got rich?i'm not a poor student who is reading more and more each day,lol

omg... u r a rich student then... i cant even afford to buy E3!!!