Again, thanks for all the help. Gradient, my problem is, I'm interested in detail but it does not necessarily mean macro exclusively. Sometimes it's a tree, sometimes a cloud in the sky... Macro will probably be my main goal for some time but i'm not married to it. :-D

I don't think I took your post the wrong way. I'm not getting rid of my Premier, either. I'm still having a lot of fun with it and it may be useful for many shots in the future. I just get frustrated I cannot get it to focus on a spider on the web, for example. And, since money is not the issue (up to a certain amount, obviously), I thought I'd rather go for DSLR than a better digital because it's more flexible. And thanks for the wishes.

LOL! girsempa!  I just got back from a shop where I was to actually take a closer look at E-410 and left disappointed. You know what? That dinx that's used to fasten the strap is mounted exactly where I need to put my middle finger while holding the camera. And it's prety sharp, too. Very uncomfortable. :-( On our way back home my dad suggested I take a look at E-510. I sit at the computer, this thread is obviously the first place I check and... LOL! Your post is sitting there. Sure, I'll try it on Wednesday. It's only slightly more expensive than 410 and that thingy is mounted on top so it's not an issue. I also realize the kit lenses are good. They will sure be enough for me for some time so I'm still thinking Olympus.

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Liam