Re: [OM] Camera Purchase-First Cut

[Wayne Harridge]

> Phase detection has historically been much
> faster and more accurate than contrast detection.
> 
> That said, from what I read it appears that Panasonic has figured out
> how to do contrast detect autofocus with speed and accuracy approaching
> (but not yet equaling) that of phase detection systems.  It also
> appears
> that Olympus has not yet done so.

This seems to be my experience with the E-P1 when it's near the close focus
limit of the 14-42mm lens.  I only really noticed the problem a few days ago
and perhaps it had something to do with the subject matter I was
photographing.

...Wayne




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