LeeParrish
Contributor
Looking at my next camera and trying to stay on a budget but still get something that will allow me to expand in the future. I would like an option for wide angle later when I can afford it, macro right away (wet lenses are fine). I'm considering either the E-PL2 or E-PM1, both are priced nice right now. I am tempted more to the E-PM1 because of the higher video capabilities, but I'm not sure if it's worth the extra cost over the E-PL2. Anyone have any opinions on which is a good candidate for a great still shooter and casual video camera? I've read the reviews of both and they seem to each have their own benefits. I like the built in flash of the E-PL2 over the snap on unit of the E-PM1, and I can get the housing for the E-PL2 about $150 lower than the housing for the E-PM1 so the E-PL2 would come out about $200 lower for the same initial setup. Olympus has a deal right now on the E-PM1 for $399, and you can add the 40-150mm zoom (for above water) for $99.00, which is pretty tempting. E-PL2 can be had in same config with zoom as a refurb set for $449.00 as well.