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Micro 43s Camera Rankings Overview
Sep 10, 2024
Micro 43s Camera Rankings Lecture Notes
Overview
Not an exhaustive list of micro 43s cameras.
Based on personal experience and research.
Open for discussion in comments for additional opinions and rankings.
Camera Rankings
Lumix G7
First Lumix camera owned.
Great for video with audio input.
Not stabilized or weather-sealed.
Ranking:
Blooming Brilliant
Olympus EM5 (Original)
First weather-sealed micro 43s camera.
Built with magnesium alloy, very durable.
Affordable and compact.
Ranking:
God Tier
Lumix GX80
Stabilized, small with EVF.
Regret selling it.
Ranking:
Blooming Brilliant
Olympus Pen-F
Excellent photo-centric camera.
Regret selling it.
Ranking:
God Tier
Olympus EM1X
Large size, non-removable grip.
Considered for purchase due to phase detect autofocus.
Ranking:
Not Recommended
Lumix G80
Used by the lecturer's father in the Faroe Islands.
Weather-sealed and portable.
Ranking:
Good for Certain Things
Olympus PL6
Compact and stylish.
Great everyday carry for photos.
Ranking:
Good for Certain Things
Lumix GH5
Significant impact on the lecturer's life and career.
Excellent for both photos and videos.
Ranking:
God Tier
Olympus OM1
Smaller than G9 Mark II, good for wildlife.
Ranking:
Blooming Brilliant
Lumix J6
Initially loved but overshadowed by G9 Mark II.
Ranking:
Good for Certain Things
Olympus OM5
Phase detect autofocus, beautiful design but lacks metal build quality.
Ranking:
Blooming Brilliant
Olympus Air
A sensor with no body.
Issues with compatibility, labeled as a "crime against photography".
Ranking:
Not Recommended
Lumix G9
Highly regarded for photography.
Rugged and sensitive shutter.
Ranking:
God Tier
Olympus EM10
Confusing lineup, lacks significant upgrades over EM5.
Ranking:
Uninspiring
Lumix G9 Mark II
Best micro 43s camera available.
Outstanding for both video and photography.
Ranking:
God Tier
Lumix G100
Lightweight and compact, good for everyday carry.
Lacks stabilization.
Ranking:
Good for Certain Things
Olympus PL10
Stylish but underwhelming features and high price.
Ranking:
Uninspiring
Lumix GX800
Affordable and feature-rich for photography.
Not good for video.
Ranking:
Good for Certain Things
Lumix GM1
Smallest micro 43s camera.
Fun, user-friendly, and colorful.
Ranking:
God Tier
Lumix GX8
Weather-sealed and more comfortable than Pen-F.
Lacks Pen-F prestige.
Ranking:
Blooming Brilliant
Olympus OM1 Mark I
Firmware updates not substantial enough for a mark II upgrade.
Ranking:
Could Have Been an Email
Conclusion
Encouragement for audience to engage and share their rankings in comments.
Mention of MPB for buying, selling, or trading camera equipment.
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