epointer
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Thanks for the tips.
E-PL1 and PT-EP01 Special
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Oops. This was probably an error by Adorama. They now sell the case for $399, the camera for $449 and the combo for $700. I did get a combo at the low price of $399, so they did honor the deal until someone woke up.
I had wanted a spare housing, because changing the port for a fisheye on the dive boat seemed risky. The port lock on this housing was not designed for easy swapping, as it requires a cross head screwdriver and maybe a strap wrench, and careful cleanliness and lubrication.
If you are shopping today, the E-PL5 with Oly housing is still a better choice. It costs more, sure (housing $800, camera $600). You get a much better camera and a somewhate better type II lens. Same clumsy port locking system though. I love my E-PL1, but 3 years is a long time in the camera business.
I had wanted a spare housing, because changing the port for a fisheye on the dive boat seemed risky. The port lock on this housing was not designed for easy swapping, as it requires a cross head screwdriver and maybe a strap wrench, and careful cleanliness and lubrication.
If you are shopping today, the E-PL5 with Oly housing is still a better choice. It costs more, sure (housing $800, camera $600). You get a much better camera and a somewhate better type II lens. Same clumsy port locking system though. I love my E-PL1, but 3 years is a long time in the camera business.
I saw this thread and acted. As a result, I now own the E-PL1 and housing for $399. Its a big step up from my SeaLife Mini II, so thanks for the tip!
Now I have a new dilemma. I have one of the SeaLife strobes. What I've learned in my short career as an underwater photographer is that in the murky waters of Monterey Bay CA, Two strobes and a focus light are required.
So, I have an Intova Super Nova, and that has a ball attachment for use as a focus light. Which leaves me with my dilemma.
Do I buy a matching SeaLife strobe and call my new rig complete OR do I wait until I can save up two grand to buy two really good strobes?
Thanks for the tip. Adorama is a wonderful vendor. I've purchased camera gear for my wife from them on many occasions. If this was a mistaken offer, they did not hesitate to fulfill the order. If it was a clearance offer, I'm still quite pleased.
Now I have a new dilemma. I have one of the SeaLife strobes. What I've learned in my short career as an underwater photographer is that in the murky waters of Monterey Bay CA, Two strobes and a focus light are required.
So, I have an Intova Super Nova, and that has a ball attachment for use as a focus light. Which leaves me with my dilemma.
Do I buy a matching SeaLife strobe and call my new rig complete OR do I wait until I can save up two grand to buy two really good strobes?
Thanks for the tip. Adorama is a wonderful vendor. I've purchased camera gear for my wife from them on many occasions. If this was a mistaken offer, they did not hesitate to fulfill the order. If it was a clearance offer, I'm still quite pleased.
I gotta say I was kinda disappointed when I saw this, but only because I didn't see it until about two weeks after it ended.
But it's back!!! I just ordered mine!
Link: Olympus PEN E-PL1 Digital 14-42mm Camera Bundle w/PT-EP01 Underwater Housing 262856 S
But it's back!!! I just ordered mine!
Link: Olympus PEN E-PL1 Digital 14-42mm Camera Bundle w/PT-EP01 Underwater Housing 262856 S
buton
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This is still a great deal...
ggibson
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I was saving up for an E-M5, but I'm thoroughly tempted to make this my underwater option...
ggibson
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Interesting, that's good and bad. The newer model focuses better with slightly better optics, but doesn't have as powerful macro.
I assume it didn't come with the zoom ring? Did you order that separately?
I assume it didn't come with the zoom ring? Did you order that separately?
Considering I'll also be using the cam to shoot my 9 week old daughter topside I'll take the faster focus over macro and deal with it.
I asked him, but I haven't heard back from my brother yet regarding the zoom ring. If it's not in there I will get one before having him send it all down to me. BTW that'd have to be the PPZR-EP02 ring for the 9-18 and not the PPZR-EP01 for the original 14-42, right?
I asked him, but I haven't heard back from my brother yet regarding the zoom ring. If it's not in there I will get one before having him send it all down to me. BTW that'd have to be the PPZR-EP02 ring for the 9-18 and not the PPZR-EP01 for the original 14-42, right?
Lizard Leg
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Correct on the PPZR-EP02 being the right ring for the MKII lens - and no, it doesn't come with it.
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