Both OM-1 and OM-3 shutter need no battery to operate. I think OM3 has
different mechanical construction from the OM-1, not the mention the
LCD display. The manufacturing quantity of OM3 is very small, it is
not easy to find spare parts (may be the 3Ti's parts can be used but
repair cost will be high). On the other hand the OM-1(n) is largely
available.
Now I have four OM1ns, two for spare part and two are working very
accurately. I also have a OM3 that is more or less for collection but
can't afford a spare.
C.H.Ling
DBellamy2k@xxxxxxx wrote:
>
> Has the OM-1(n) got a mechanical or electronic shutter? Does it need
> batteries for the shutter? The OM-3 doesn't does it, for any shutter speed?
>
> I thought that the non-electronic shutter might make the OM-3 possible to
> repair in the long term (20 years plus) when electronic components might be
> not available. Do you disagree?
>
> Anyway, I would like one [an OM-3, or maybe an OM-1!]. I know that many
> serious photographers seem to use the OM-1 and get stunning results.
>
> If you see anyone selling an OM-3, please tell me!
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Dave Bellamy.
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