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The E system is in evolution,only hit the shelves in late 2003. As noted in some of the links to real world users discounting the celebrity shooters--- are they not called "paparazzi?"(I jest)--,E-1 is truly not El Ultimo Perfecto body and so what. As a first entry in DSLR by Olympus in 30 years since the very innovative OM system was intro'd, it is a tour de- force of nifty features! think about what it does have,dust reduction,seals,a comprehensive dedicated flash, and on and on... The next high end model- coming around soon enough folks,before this thread gets too stale- will capture more professional interest,just as the water resistance,sturdy build, high quality zoom lenses at competiitive prices have captured attention of those who did our homework.Frankly, the stale nitpic about the 300mm lens has become,truly,pure cliche. A nitpic to nail the whole system,give us a break. The previous comment was damning with faint praise,or came out that way. I want to offer a positive encoura...
"I am constantly berated for pointing this out, but I do so purely so people will not foolishly ditch all their analogue kit and lose equipment which betters this equipment for some types of photos. I've found it ultra-reliable and very good ergonomically. It's also very very quiet, the sensor has never got dirty ..." A very reasonable point. Why make it an all or nothing business. This may indeed be the time to fill out your medium format system by taking advantage of those who have just decided to skinny down their collection. But when I climb Krakatoa caldera, and hike the Andes, I take the E-1 not the Bronica. That is my resolution of the choice factor. GS
" How about a self-described SLR where - you can see through the lens when the camera is off and you waste valuable time trying to shoot and wondering why the shutter won't fire - you can see images through the viewfinder and record them with the lens cap on (yes, they are black mostly) I don't understand why I haven't see other complaints about this interface glitch."I read this three times and don't understand it. Only KMinolta has an eye or hand activated on- switch. If there is no info on the bottom of the screen the camera is not on. An LED might be useful. Or use manual shutter mode all the time,not sure.The only other thing I can think of regarding the sailboat subjects is that those operating conditions would likely tax/push any camera. I would suggest a Canon weather sealed model and image stabilization. For four thousand dollars, I believe a great system could be acquired in that realm. Yes,you may need to go high professional for sails coming abeam of you at racing speed...