A variation....

[Willo]

... on the "new camera for wildlife photography" theme.

I have been lurking here for a few weeks and am enjoying the great photographs and appreciating the sensible advice that people give out but I am a little puzzled. Out of all the posts and replies concerning which dslr system a budding photographer should invest in there are very few recommendations for Olympus E-system cameras and none, as yet, for the micro-four thirds system. I am just wondering why this is the case. Is it that so few members use them or are there features that make them less suitable for wildlife photography than the big two?

I understand that the micro-four thirds is a relatively new system with a limited range of lenses so I won't be surprised to hear that nobody owns one.

I am currently using an Oly SP550UZ and, having struggled at first, am now taking photos that I am happy with. However I feel that I am hitting up against the limits of this camera. I am in the market for something which will let me continue to develop my skills. It has to be a lightweight system and with the ability to take pictures in light typical to woodland and jungle. It would be nice to have video but not necessary. My budget could extend up to around £1000 depending on how much I can save before my little one arrives in May. I would have thought either of the aforementioned systems would be ideal, particularly the Oly.

I am looking forward to reading your thoughts.

Will