Does the E-P1 17mm kit come with a viewfinder? In the press release it said that this kit came with the 17mm lens and a viewfinder for $900. Amazon doesn't mention the viewfinder, so will it come with it? Does the E-P1 17mm kit come with a viewfinder? In the press release it said that this kit came with the 17mm lens and a viewfinder for $900. Amazon doesn't mention the viewfinder, so will it... » Read More Does the E-P1 17mm kit come with a viewfinder? In the press release it said that this kit came with the 17mm lens and a viewfinder for $900. Amazon doesn't mention the viewfinder, so will it come with it? « Show Less
1092464
Hmm, and B&H; lists it for $900 with the viewfinder.http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/629795-REG/Olympus_262817_E_P1_Pen_Digital_Camera.html
1092465
Did they say anything about the estimated shipping date? I want to pre-order one, but am afraid it might arrive after I leave the country.
1092466
Amazon really should provide a list of included items for products like this. And it shouldn't get lost in a page with an avalanche of information I've already seen at review sites.
1092467
Then what is with the press release? You'd think it would be right.http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_section/cpg_pressDetails.asp?pressNo=688Right at the bottom of that.
1092468
Looks like amazon finally updated the listing with the correct info... viewfinder included.Just placed my order with prime next day shipping.
1092469
I asked Olympus customer support if this kit (specifically, this kit, on amazon, that I've preordered) included the viewfinder. Their response:from CustomerSupport@olympus.comto (me)date Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 3:25 PMsubject RE: Fw: (Ticket #2396270) [INTR:648836]Dear Peter,The VF-1 is bundled with the 17mm lens and is part of the kit.Regards,Olympus Imaging America, Inc.
1092470
I talked to Amazon over email and was told they do not know what is coming in the kit.I talked to Olympus over the phone and was told that there will be a 17mm kit with and without the viewfinder so it's possible that the one Amazon is selling does not have it. Of course there wasn't any way for them to tell me which kit Amazon is getting. The price seems like it would include the viewfinder, especially since Amazon usually has competitive pricing. And I really want to use my prime shipping, but I'm not going to preorder without knowing for sure.
1092471
It costs the same as the kit with the viewfinder, so I'm going to assume it includes it and just return it if it doesn't. :\
1092472
Thanks for the help. Amazon support doesn't really answer anything. Sounds good!
371806
In my case it did. But even if it doesn't, the price for one is reasonable at $30. The lens, Opteka 500, is a mirror lens and it is excellent for nature and sport photography, but unless you intend to really try it and put it through its paces, and you are a new at photography, I would wait until you learn a bit more. You may want to have it, just in case, but it is a cumbersome lens to handle, and you may find yourself abandoning it for more manageable model.
340011
no, it's the body only. You have to buy your own lenses. Unless you find one sold as a kit with a lens. The one listed @ $6799 is body only.
871686
"Body only; lenses sold separately" - so says the copy with the body. There is no flash either. I bought one with a 14-42 mm lens which is a general purpose lens for not much more than this and I bought another without a lens for about half this price (both at Amazon). Now I have the standard Olympus telephoto on one and a good closeup lens on the other body. An electronic viewfinder is also a good accessory - especially for bright days.
1992081
Yes, mine came with kit lens. US warr. from a local well known dealer. No refurbished goods. Camera Company in WI. I would second Raymond S, and get the Panasonic 35-50mm lens, expensive but well worth it. This camera took just as good pictures as my S7000 Nikon which I just sold. What's nice is the mirrorless lenses are cross compatible with my Panasonic GH3.
909791
I does have a viewfinder, it's small but useful for situations you describe. The LCD screen is very good also, about 1 million pixels vs 250 to 400 thousand for most point & Shoot cameras. The shutter to picture time (or Delay) is excellent, with a good UHS Class1 card, it's as quick as you can get w/o going to a full size DSLR.
74726
No, only the lens that is marked with the "WR" on it. But you can buy the kit with the "WR", just be prepared to pay $900 or better.
1411189
Not seeing this dual lens offer @ $698 anywhere on Amazon - grab it if you can but the $698 price point since before the holidays has been for one lens only (usually the 18-55) - would live to get a link if out there
176997
I love it how it comes! I'd just go with what it comes with BUT DO order the telephoto lens because the one it comes with doesn't zoom well. And you save a ton if you get the extra lens when you order.
871685
Hi, in my case it was only the body I bought; I had my old lenses from Minolta X700 and I bought also an adapter ring for them. You may buy the camera set with lens ... It have a flash inside. But no viewfinder. Yes, a pancake lens 17mm may be a good investment.
1684116
The one I received had the viewfinder, a small carrying strap, a microfiber cloth and two self-adhesive magnetic frames. This was several years ago, so I'm not sure if they've added/removed items from that basic kit. In any case, I think it works very well for the price.
2208513
Hello, thanks for posting your questions.The Product Page states that there are "Only 13 left in stock" from the seller, Beach Camera. You can view this information to the right of the product picture in the green text. There are also several other sellers who have this camera available. You can view the list of sellers by clicking on "18 new from $199.99" below the information to the right of the product picture.Based on the Product Title, this camera is the Olympus PEN E-PM1.I hope this is helpful!
11990
I just got an email stating between Nov 1 and December 1. Wow... should I wait for the pancake lens? It's $50 more than the 14mm-45mm...
1690495
Thanks for your question!I'm sure it's disappointing to see an increase in the price of the lens you were planning to purchase. Because we constantly receive new data from our suppliers, our prices regularly change. The price you saw was the lowest price we were able to offer at the time.More details about our pricing can be found on our Help pages:http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/?nodeId=468502&We look forward to seeing you again soon.
604712
Yes, it comes with a viewfinder, quite a nice one, actually. The whole set up was good value, for the money.
1732950
If you buy the kit for $1,149.00, the lens will be included. "What's in the box" might be because it's a description of the body only and up. Maybe. Anyway, the lens will be there if you buy the $1,149.00 kit. It is a handy lens that matches the E-M5 nicely. Nothing beats primes, but the 12-50mm is very handy for the less serious daily walk-around use. I am very happy with mine, and am very pleased with the 12-50mm over the 14-42mm option. I've had both. Good luck!
1109261
The 17mm f1.8 is the default lens I use the most on my E-M5. I've taken some great pictures with it! I upgraded from a e-pl1 last year and have to say I totally love the E-M5. I may eventually upgrade to the OM-D E-M1 but at this time don't see a need.