I appear to have been instrumental in encouraging a number of people to join the Micro 4/3 camera club. The latest, I believe it is number ten, is Camberley.
Camberley has a Canon 5D, assorted lenses; and has no need of another camera. But that is irrelevant, he decided he wanted a GF1, justification enough for the male of the species; but not enough for wives.
He is planning to take his wife on a trip to Vietnam, and decided the trip might serve as a justification for a new camera. The conversation went something like this:
C: I am so looking forward to taking you on holiday darling! Mrs. C: What do you want? C: Oh, nothing. It’s just that when I went to Vietnam last time, I felt very conspicuous with my big DSLR; not a pleasant feeling at all (failing to mention the 10 zillion other tourists touting similar cameras). Mrs. C: And……..? C: Ah, well, and so I thought it would be good for both of us (cleverly sharing the benefit with his wife who will not be allowed to use the camera) if I bought a small camera to take on the trip. Mrs. C: And……? C: And so I got this (flourishes GF1 and a couple of lenses). Mrs. C: If it’s all about being inconspicuous, why did you choose a red body? C:…Oh (rumbled)
Never mind Camberley, enjoy your new toy essential holiday companion. And it does look good in red.
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2010-10-12| Marcus saysGood on him, Im thoroughly enjoying my Olympus EP1. For my family it too was the best compromise choice out there.
I wanted to advance my photography, my wife just wanted something simple she could easily carry, but better than the four year old 5pm Lumix we had knocking around.
I did lots of home work and I know it didn’t get the best reviews, but the deal they offer on these cameras today made it just too compelling to turn down.
After having it for a two weeks I have taken close to 600 pics and I’m very pleased with the picture quality. (when I get my settings right)
2010-10-12| Camberley saysSpike: Were you there? I actually wanted a black one but they were out of stock, the red one does look nice though. It is a subtle red after all. Indeed I did use a 5D, but you forgot I also have a 1Ds. I recently thought of a much more compelling medical justification. Back (heart even) problems associated with carrying all that weight anyone?
Marcus: My homework on what to get was also very extensive it involved going back through old Pattaya Days posts to see what it was that got Spike away from his 1D
2010-10-12| Spike saysI forgot all about your 1Ds, just can’t keep up with your purchases.
You really have to break your back to use that excuse; but I wouldn’t recommend it.
2010-10-13| Jamie saysI saw a GF1 for the first time in Phuket this weekend, I think the shop wanted 29,900 Baht. Is it much cheaper in Bangkok? Anyway, I have to pay the kids school fees first, so will carry on with my old 20D.
2010-10-13| Spike saysThat seems to be the going rate with the 20mm lens; although you might find it cheaper in BKK somewhere. Another option is eBay out of HK and a creative valuation for customs.
2010-10-24| Jock saysHey Spike, I was waiting for the Panasonic Lumix LX5 to go on sale but not yet available here in Swissland … is the GF1 better for snappers ?
2010-10-24| Spike saysThe GF1 is a better camera; but if you want something small and easy for snapping; then the LX5 will serve you better.