John;
Well I really don't feel I was much help. As for best lens buys, what kind of
lens? Like I said, 50/1.8 and 50/1.4 are your best bets, pricewise. Perhaps
35/2.8 in there as well.
As for body, I guess my vote would be for an OM-2n. Or perhaps an OM-1n.
Om-2=auto exposure up to many minutes, best of probably any camera in
existence. Simple to use, has compensation dial, can switch to manual if u
want. Good body in the $200-225 range. Leaves money for 50/1.8 OM-1, one of
the best cameras ever made. Very reliable, simple match-needle meter, mirror
lock-up, completely manual, mechanical shutter can work without batteries. Good
body in $150-200 range. Money left for 50/1.4 or 35/2.8?
Auto = ready for more grab shots. Manual = full control. Auto = less
guesswork. Manual = more thinking and learning. ...
I hope this is of some help.
george
John Gaasland wrote:
> gma wrote:
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> > John Gaasland wrote:
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> > > I'm new to the list. I would like to buy a used Olympus camera but my
> > > budget only allows $250. Can someone tell me which model and lens would
> > > be the best value in that price range? Thanks, John Gaasland.
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> > John;
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> > This question is nearly impossible to answer as you've stated it. Help
> > us out and tell us what you want to use the system for? Do you require
> > auto exposure or will manual only be OK? What type of lens do you want,
> > standard, wide, zoom..?? Finally, of course, $250 does limit the
> > choices. Especially for a lens other than say 50/1.8 or 50/1.4.
> >
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> >
> > george :>)
> Thanks George. From what I've recently learned, the OM1 or OM2 may be
> what I would be looking for. What are the pros and cons of manual vs
> auto exposure with these two cameras? What are the best lens buys?
> Thanks for all the help! John.
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