MILC suggestion

[diduknowthat]

Hey guys,

I'm looking to purchase one of those new compact mirror-less cameras. I'm not an avid photographer but I do like to mess around with it once in a while. Can anyone recommend me one (preferably the more compact ones) that costs under $500?

Also, can anyone that knows this field well educate me about these cameras? It seems like I'm looking for ones with compact four third censors, correct?

Thanks guys

 

[Justin]

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?atclk=Price_$250+to+$499.99&ci=16158&N=4288586281+4288580242

If I was in your position I'd get the Olympus EPM2 or the Panasonic GF5.

 

[diduknowthat]

How about this guy?

http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC...ancake/dp/B0054YVA8S/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

seems more compact and has built in flash too.

 

[Justin]

That's a good one as well. Thought I'd suggest the GF5 since it's the newer model.

 

[diduknowthat]

Oh hey just noticed that. Also, do you think it's a good idea to go with the 14mm pancake lens initially due to its compact nature? Or should I get the kit with the 14-40mm lens.

 

[Justin]

That's up to you. The 14-40 will be a more versatile lens.

 

[diduknowthat]

Oh wait, the GF5 doesn't come with the 14mm lens. It does, however, comes with power 14-42mm lens (now on sale too). I might just grab that one due to its more compact nature compared to the regular 14-42mm lens.