Keith
The best camera is one that still works!
Fantastic deal on that OM-2 ... stunning! 
Spyderman
Well-known
Ranger Copy: 28/2.8, 28/3.5, 35/2.8, 50/1.8, 100/2.8, 135/3.5, 75-150/4 are all reasonably priced.
It only becomes a little expensive when you're after something a bit more special like 24/2 or 85/2 or a whole lot more expensive for lenses like 35-80/2.8 or 90/2.
If you're patient, you can find even a 24/2.8 or 85/2 at reasonable prices ( 24mm < $150 or 85mm < $200). I bought my 28/2 for < $200.
It only becomes a little expensive when you're after something a bit more special like 24/2 or 85/2 or a whole lot more expensive for lenses like 35-80/2.8 or 90/2.
If you're patient, you can find even a 24/2.8 or 85/2 at reasonable prices ( 24mm < $150 or 85mm < $200). I bought my 28/2 for < $200.
hausen
Well-known
Wow my mint Om-4 & 50/1.4 turned up last night from KEH. Missing caps for the lens but otherwise is mint. Went out this morning on the way to the office and had a play. All I can say is WOW! If the results match the enjoyment of using it I am in heaven. Spotmeter is a godsend and it is so small. Don't miss my M6 at all. If I don't have the battery issue people talk about then I have found my perfect user camera. Thanks to all that advised me to push the button, and thanks Keith for your ongoing OM story which is a big part of why I now have one as well.
johnnygulliver
Established
anyone know of an OM1 expert in the UK who can do a reliable CLA?
jesse1dog
Light Catcher
Talk to Michael Spencer in Clay Cross, Derbyshire.
Telephone: 01246 250767
[email protected]
Bit of a character and with a lot of Olympus experience.
Does a CLA for about £60 plus P&P
Has recently cleaned a Zuiko 50mm 1.4f for me. Did a bit of rim straightening too and charged me £25 plus P&P.
Suggest you contact him and discuss the issues you have.
jesse
Telephone: 01246 250767
[email protected]
Bit of a character and with a lot of Olympus experience.
Does a CLA for about £60 plus P&P
Has recently cleaned a Zuiko 50mm 1.4f for me. Did a bit of rim straightening too and charged me £25 plus P&P.
Suggest you contact him and discuss the issues you have.
jesse
hans voralberg
Mentor
I personally recommend Keith Leedham, he's very good with Olympus, actually he's my go to man for everything. Very quick turnaround as well.
http://www.klcamerarepairs.co.uk/
http://www.klcamerarepairs.co.uk/
ColinW
* Click *
Johnny,
I'll second Hans for Keith Leedham. He repaired my OM4 and I got it back better than ever. Helpful advice, good prices, really fast turnaround and spot on repairs. He never looks at his email much as he's a bit of a computerphobe (but he's getting better!), so if you get no response, better to phone (Monday to Friday - office hours).
Good luck.
I'll second Hans for Keith Leedham. He repaired my OM4 and I got it back better than ever. Helpful advice, good prices, really fast turnaround and spot on repairs. He never looks at his email much as he's a bit of a computerphobe (but he's getting better!), so if you get no response, better to phone (Monday to Friday - office hours).
Good luck.
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reiki_
Well-known
how low do you go with handheld speeds?
D.O'K.
Darren O'Keeffe.
Newton Ellis & Co of Cheapside, Liverpool did a very satisfactory job on my OM1n last year. Not cheap at £88.00 (despite the address!) but worth it.
Regards,
D.
Regards,
D.
Keith
The best camera is one that still works!
I've gone down to 1/8 but mirror shock does become an issue. I generally avoid shutter speeds below 1/30 with my Olys... if I know I'm going to be in a situation where I may have to use shutter speeds this low I'll grab a rangefinder!
johnnygulliver
Established
many thanks Jesse, this is just what I needed.
Aurelius
Well-known
coelacanth
Ride, dive, shoot.
pggunn
gregor
Nice shot! I just spent an hour with your Flickr stream. I love your work! You really have a great eye, whether left or right!
Now I'm inspired to go out and shoot more!I read your comments about fear of heights and wide angle lenses. I've never taken to wide angle either. The Zuiko 50/1.4 stays on my OM1-MD 90% of the time.
coelacanth
Ride, dive, shoot.
Gregor, Thanks very much for your kind words. I'm really glad you liked the photos. Yeah, I've got only one eye to shoot, but I'll keep shooting till the light goes away.
I'm "training" myself with 28 and 35, but 28 feels still a bit too extreme for me most of times. 35 is getting a bit better, but I still feel 50mm is my "standard" and love 85mm on OM.
I better take my OM out a lot more. I've been having a bit of affair with Leica's girls lately.
I'm "training" myself with 28 and 35, but 28 feels still a bit too extreme for me most of times. 35 is getting a bit better, but I still feel 50mm is my "standard" and love 85mm on OM.
I better take my OM out a lot more. I've been having a bit of affair with Leica's girls lately.
AzzA
Established
Hi all.
I'm going crazy trying to find a battery cover/cap for my OM4, I was wondering if anyone here could help!?
I have a number of OM bodies, but the only other cover that seems to fit is from my OM4Ti. I've been alternating the cover between the two cameras for a couple of weeks now but it's starting to get a little annoying now.
So if anyone has a spare battery cover or can point me in the direction of someone else selling one I'd really appreciate it.
Cheers
I'm going crazy trying to find a battery cover/cap for my OM4, I was wondering if anyone here could help!?
I have a number of OM bodies, but the only other cover that seems to fit is from my OM4Ti. I've been alternating the cover between the two cameras for a couple of weeks now but it's starting to get a little annoying now.
So if anyone has a spare battery cover or can point me in the direction of someone else selling one I'd really appreciate it.
Cheers
Chriscrawfordphoto
Real Men Shoot Film.
Azza,
Don't know about in Australia but in the USA John Hermanson sells them. He's a retired Olympus service manager who works from home repairing OM gear. His website lists the covers you want for sale.
Don't know about in Australia but in the USA John Hermanson sells them. He's a retired Olympus service manager who works from home repairing OM gear. His website lists the covers you want for sale.
remegius
Well-known
100mm 2.8
100mm 2.8
I just scored a 100/2.8. I know that the 85/2 is a more desirable lens, but just wondering how the 100/2.8 matches up. I'd love to hear some impressions of the 100/2.8.
Cheers...
Rem
100mm 2.8
I just scored a 100/2.8. I know that the 85/2 is a more desirable lens, but just wondering how the 100/2.8 matches up. I'd love to hear some impressions of the 100/2.8.
Cheers...
Rem
andreios
Well-known
From the new to me 85/2
pggunn
gregor
Hi Rem,
I wanted the 85/2 but the 100/2.8 fit my budget better and it's very nice too.
It's compact, handles well, is reasonably fast and makes a great portrait lens.
Of my three lenses, the 50/1.4 gets the most use, but the 100/2.8 stays on the other body most of the time. Here's why:
Cassidy by pggunn1, on Flickr[/IMG]
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