Switching to four-thirds?

[djl4]

I've been shooting Nikon for a while, but I recently sold all of my Nikon gear for personal reasons.
I'm planning to pick up a new camera. I was considering Canon, but I came across a couple of articles on the Internet about Micro Four-thirds. It sounds interesting, but I don't really know much about it.
I'm considering the Olympus Pen E-P1. I have also considered the Panasonic Lumix GF1. To me, they look just like a digital compact camera. I'm sure the photos will yield much better quality.
I can continue reading articles about these kinds of things, but I'm just curious as to what your experiences have been with micro four-thirds, especially if you came from Nikon or Canon.

I shoot photography as a hobby, not professionally. However, I do want great quality pictures.

Any input will be greatly appreciated.

[vloher]

Hi djl4,

You should visit these sites dedicated to m4/3rd's. You can get some good insight into your questions.

Micro Four Thirds Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review

4/3rds Cameras - The GetDPI Photography Forums

4/3rds Cameras - The GetDPI Photography Forums

Micro Four Thirds - Four Thirds User discussion forum

Victor

[Raist3d]

As a rule of thumb, both cameras have their pros and cons.

- you want faster DSLR autofocus? Get the GF1
- you want in-body image stabilization, like the Olympus jpeg colors (and you shoot jpeg)? Get the Pen.

I think both have their pros and cons. If you can handle one and prioritize what you are looking for, then go from there.