Olympus OM-2000 Body

Review Date
October 28, 2009

Overall Rating
 3 of 5

Value Rating
 3 of 5

Used product for
More than 1 year

Reviewed by
iapetos , Expert

Price Paid
$0.00 at Singapore

Photography Experience
21+ years , Outdoor

Summary
I bought an OM 2000 twelve years ago. I’m very pleased with my camera especially with its top speed of 1/2000 sec and its spot metering.
Recently I had a problem with it. By pressing the shutter release button the mirror was not moving up. When I removed the lens the process proceeded (mirror up – shutter open and close). Then I noticed that the mirror was about 2 mm offset like if it was slide off its frame and was hitting the lens frame. I pushed the mirror hardly sliding it back to its proper position. I managed that and now the camera operates perfectly.
I seams that the glue or silicone used was not so strong.
If I notice the same phenomenon in the future I guess I have to fix that mirror with a drop of a epoxy glue at its edges.

Review Date
July 24, 2003

Overall Rating
 3 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

Used product for
More than 1 year

Visitors rate this review
5.00 of 5, 4 votes

Reviewed by
Dan Barksey , Intermediate , from Sudbury,Ont.Canada

Price Paid
$105.00 at ebay

Photography Experience
2-5 years , Outdoor

Summary
I bought this camera because of the spot metering,it is dead on when you learn how to use it.I have taken many nice photos with this camera.When you learn how to use the view finder to over and under expose,depending on the situation(backlit or highlighted).Again it takes some time to learn,but the camera produces some beautiful Pics.I am left eye dominate,so get an eyepiece it really helps,because the rewind lever has to be pulled a little away from the camera to turn it on.For a manual camera with spot metering for this price, what's to cry about.Remember nothing is perfect, you have to learn how to use a manual camera.

Strengths
Manual camera,does not need battereies to take a picture.Great asset.Spot metering.Found it easy to learn on,and a metal body.Good sync speed for flash 125 th.

Weaknesses
No dedicated flash,just a small add-on.You can't take the shot unless you double check shutter speed setting.I had the exposure that I wanted in the viewfinder only to find out that I can't hand hold for 1 sec.Can't accept a winder.

Similar Products Used
Om10,OM2,and OM4

Customer Service
I use and independant camera repair shop through Black's they're reasonable and good

Review Date
July 26, 2001

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Visitors rate this review
3.67 of 5, 6 votes

Reviewed by
Jim Mueller , Intermediate , from Oak creek, WI

Price Paid
$160.00 at B&H

Photography Experience
2-5 years , Other

Summary
It's worth the price at $160 for the body alone. The strengths out weigh the weaknesses and I am enjoying shooting with the OM2000 very much.

Strengths
Good looking, nicely finished, all manual camera with spot metering, operates without batteries at all speeds, double exposure capability, bright viewfinder, mirror lock-up that is activated activated by the self timer, takes Zuiko lenses which can be had in used condition for reasonable prices.

Weaknesses
Shutter is loud, self timer lever feels flimsy. The camera is turned on and off by pulling the film advance lever in and out. This can get in the way.

Similar Products Used
OM-1n

Customer Service
Not needed.

Review Date
July 15, 2001

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Visitors rate this review
5.00 of 5, 1 votes

Reviewed by
Mark Berton , Casual , from Pittsburgh

Price Paid
$200.00 at BH Cameras in New York

Photography Experience
2-5 years , Fine Art

Summary
Great sturdy camera for little money. Aluminum body eliminates the question: Does this plastic crack easily when dropped? Pictures that I've turned out so far are very satisfying to me and this camera leaves a lot of room to grow.

Strengths
Aluminium body that is light and sturdy. Very dependable. Great for beginners or middle of the line clickers who like the manual control of the camera. Fits all those great OM lenses that are readily available and inexpensive.

Weaknesses
None that I've run across yet.

Similar Products Used
I was using an old Mamiya 1000 TL. The light meter in it didn't work and it was falling apart.
This was my first pick based on the research I did on the Nikon plastic F-10. The aluminum body was really a big selling point for me.

Customer Service
Not applicable yet.

Review Date
June 26, 2001

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by
Tim Bosley , Intermediate , from Indpls

Photography Experience
11-20 years , Outdoor

Summary
If you want to experience the OM system, then this is about the best way on a budget. What more can you say about a manual camera with spot metering, center weighted metering, high shutter speed, 1/125 flash synch, metalic alloy construction, and best of all - Zuiko lenses; for under $200 bucks.
I guess you could be upset if you had or want to invest in other OM products, since this camera is compatible with the lenses, eyecup, and a flash only.
This camera was given to me by someone not really interested in manual cameras - Boy I lucked out. I added the Zuiko 24mm, 135mm, 50mm, and a surprisingly nice Vivitar OM 85-210mm and I can bump around on travel knowing my shots will come out excellent without worrying about equipment.
Shutter is loud, but you can operate camera without BATTERIES. This is nice in an age with all the cameras using CR-123A, CR-2, and lithiums!
I know this camera isn't a "true" OM, but it has enough to make me happy.
I use several Medium Format cameras and still like to just hold the OM-2000. It also gives my F-801s a rest when I want to spotmeter in 35mm.
You will not be disappointed in the purchase.

Strengths
Spot metering, mechanical shutter, wide shutter range, and good flash synch (1/125). Nice solid build. Good grip.

Weaknesses
Really none for price and technical capabilities, but it would be nice to add motor drive and x-synch flash terminal. Again, for the price I feel I am getting a steal.

Similar Products Used
Nikon system FM and N2000. Minolta X-s(why?), Canon T-50

Customer Service
Best around even though they have dropped in the SLR buisness. Yes, even better than Nikon.