On 3 Nov 98, at 1:05, Gary Schloss wrote:
> First, much like with used cars, what's really important is not the
> camera's chronological age, but its "mileage". If an OM-1 body looks
> barely used, than it is likely to outlast a more recent, but more
> heavily used OM-1n.
>
> Second, here are a few more differences not yet mentioned by others:
>
> - OM-1n has a reshaped wind lever;
I did notice the longer crank angle, but it was not a big deal.
> - OM-1n has a special contact which allows it to work with the Oly
> recordata backs;
No big deal here either...
> - OM-1 can only accept hot shoe 1, i.e. you cannot use any of the two
> Oly TTL Auto Connectors/TTL Cords with it for off-camera flash
> (of course, any ISO/aftermarket off-camera techniques, e.g. duo-sync
> cords, PC cords, etc. are perfectly ok).
Since I already have a variety of PC cords and no TTL cords, this is fine too.
> Third, there are some internal differences between the OM-1 and OM-1n.
> Certain parts for the former are getting scarce, and so some repair
> outlets refuse to service it (e.g. CRIS in Chandler, AZ). This seems
> not to be a problem at Photosphere in Dallas, TX, or with our own
> esteemed John H. (aka Mr. Zuiko.com :-)).
The real problem now is whether to go for the OM-1 or the 21 or 24mm I just
found - all of which seem to be at excellent prices. And how to hide it all
until
Christmas, when I can divert her attention with a new Stylus Epic... ;-)
Shawn & Janis Wright
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