I know what the feature differences are between these
"consumer" grade models, but if I want to get a camera for
someone who is just starting out on learning photography (i.e.,
strictly manual mode metering, with some auto exposure once in
a while), is there any real differences between these models?
I will probably avoid the OM10 because of the oily magnet
problem and the need for a separate manual module. I gave my
OM40 (OM/PC) to my son to use and I've been very pleased with
that body -- except for a minor light leak problem. And now I
am looking to acquire another inexpensive "consumer" grade body
to help someone else learn photography. If I don't care for
the "focus assist" of the OM30 (OM/F), is there any difference
between it and the OM20 (OM/G) or OM40? In other words, should
my buying decision between the OM20/OM30/OM40 be purely based
on the price (all things being equal)?
I know these consumer models also share many components, so
between the OM20 (OM/G), the OM30 (OM/F) and OM40 (OM/PC), is
one more robust than another? I've noticed there are more OM20
and OM40 for sale than OM30, so maybe I can get lucky with a
bargain if I aim for an OM30. Thanks.
-Dan
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