I can't comment on build quality but will note that the OM-D is not
technically a DSLR. It lacks the reflex mirror and uses an electronic
viewfinder instead. B&H in NYC is selling the OM-D kit for the same USD
price of $1,299. Your price for the E-5 is lower than B&H's price of
USD $1,699. Someone who owns several original 4/3 lenses might opt for
the E-5 rather than change all their lenses to micro 4/3 or else use
them with adapters.
Chuck Norcutt
On 3/15/2012 6:52 AM, John Hudson wrote:
> If this question has been asked and answered already I apologise in advance.
>
> An established bricks and mortar [and on-line] photo outlet in Toronto is
> listing the E-5 body at $1,519, and the OM-D body, plus a 12-50mm kit lens,
> at $1,299, both with taxes out.
>
> Is the E-5 overpriced or is the OM-D price a teaser to attract business ?
>
> Although the OM-D is the latest pro / prosumer in the Olympus DSLR lineup
> does it represent a significant advance in technology, build quality and
> longevity over the E-5 or is a better comparison that of this year's model
> of GM auto over that of the immediately preceeding year [ie: not much at all
> if any]?
>
> jh
>
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