Pauls0627@xxxxxxx wrote:
>
>> For what it's worth, I have an OM-1, OM-4, and an OM-2S. I keep the OM-1 and
> OM-4 in my "big bag" with 28-48/4, 50/1.4, 100/2, 200/4, 2X-A, T32, T20,
> bounce grip, Winder 2, etc... I mostly use the OM-4, with the OM-1 as backup.
> I also use the OM-1 for astrophotography (which, alas, hasn't happened much
> lately).
>
> I keep the OM-2S in a separate bag, with 35-70/4, 50/1.8, Vivitar
> 75-205/3.8-4.8, Winder 2, and a T20. This is my "snapshot bag" I use for
> family outings, etc... I like the OM-2S for this because with the winder it
> becomes essentially a great manual focus "point-and-shoot" (point-focus-and-
> shoot?). I can hand the camera to almost anyone, set it to program mode, and
> let them shoot away (otherwise I'd never get in any of the pictures!). In a
> pinch I have spot metering, too. In summary, I find the OM-2S a great
> complement to my OM-1 and OM-4. I've also found it to be very reliable (just
> make sure you keep a spare set of batteries around, especially if you're doing
> a lot of flash shots!).
>
> Paul Schings
> Coventry, RI
>
First the business. I too have an OM-2S and I love it. Program, manual
spot and aperture preferred. Who could ask for more? Well, I guess I
would ask for better battery life, but that's it. Also I think it's the
best looking OM camera, IMHO.
Now the fun part. I like your dual setup, Paul. I'm working to do
something similar. In fact, last nite I tried to divvy up my OM/Zuiko
collection into two: a photo back-pack and a small take-along anywhere
bag. I'm not sure I'm happy with the results.
The 'small' bag feels too crowded. No wonder, it holds: OM-4 w/Winder2,
65-200/4, 50/1.4, 28-48/4, 85/2, T-32, small flash grip. Then I realize
I need something wider, namely my 24/2.8. Also, notice no macro
capability and that breaks the bank. So, here's what I'm thinking now:
Small go anywhere bag: my IS-3 plus G-40 flash! Compact, 35-180 and
great flash capability. OK got that handled.
Large Tamrac bag: Everything above from the old small bag. Plus the
24/2.8, OM-1, 80/4, 65-116 tube, T-8 ring flash.
Photo backpack: OM-4T w/MD-2, OM-2n w/MD-1, OM-2SP (with IR back),
16/3.5, 21/2, 28/2, 35/2, 50/2, 90/2, 135/2.8, 100-200/5, 300/4.5, 1.4x,
2x, 7, 14, 25 tubes, F280, T32, Bounce Grip 2.
Jeez, now all I need is some time to use this stuff.
--
george :>)
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