James:

I agree. There certainly seems to be a lot to like about Oly's latest M4/3rds offering. Magnesium Alloy construction; full weather sealing; built in 120Hz EVF; 5-Axis in body image stabilization; top mounted dual control dials; 16MP sensor; ISO 200-25,600; SD/SDHC/SDXC memory storage; 9 fps burst; and full HD video.

I also like the fact that the IBIS kicks in with half-click of the shutter in live view. I never could master tweaking the focus at 10X magnification in live view. The image just bounces and shakes too much.

I've been wanting to add a M4/3 body to my gear for travel purposes and with a 12-50mm & a 75-300mm lens, the whole kit would weigh in at less than 2 pounds, batteries included. That would save a lot of wear and tear on my neck during a long day of sightseeing. Of course I could make do with a body only and get an adapter for the 14-42mm & 40-150mm kit lenses that came with my E-510.

I'll be saving my allowance while I wait for your hands on review.

Jim