Which new body would you choose?

I have an E-510 with 5 lenses and I love it. It has taken hundreds of stunning photos (in my opinion), but I know I need to think about upgrading now (or at least start saving for an upgrade).

What body do you recommend in the moderate price range? I don't think I can spend $1500. on a body right now. (someday!)

I looked on the Olympus website and they've archived all but 3 of the e-system cameras. Does that mean I should only buy one of the newer models or would you say that one of the newer, but archived models would be a decent choice? I know the adage "you get what you pay for", but if it's too expensive, I don't get anything.... at the same time, I don't want to buy something that won't work with newer lenses, which is where I'm at now with my e-510. I really appreciate your suggestions.

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Permalink Reply by Dan Tubbs, Jr. on April 25, 2012 at 7:32pm

Congratulations on your choice of the E5! If I did not already have my E3, I would have gone for the E5. My favorite lens is the f/2.8, 12-60 mm. It is a fine "walk around" lens. That and my 70-300 mm seem to cover most of my needs. Have fun making friends with your new camera!
Best regards, Dan

Permalink Reply by Jack Harwick on April 25, 2012 at 8:59pm

From all that I have read, and DPR test photos, the EM-5 at $995 is better than the E-5.

Permalink Reply by Angie's Images on April 26, 2012 at 10:05am

I have heard that the EM-5 is great. However, I have a lot invested in 4/3 lenses, and it doesn't work with those, or at least doesn't work well- so I've heard. With that in mind, and because my husband was willing to part with the $, I went for the E-5. I just received it yesterday, but had to attend a college graduation, so I didn't even get to take it out of the box to charge the battery until afterward. Tonight I will be playing photographer!

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