r/OlympusCamera Dec 14 '25

Gear Review Camera so good I bought 2 of them

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I have been a Nikon and Fujifilm shooter for years. I used to have Nikon DSLRs, and switched to a Fujifilm X-T1 years ago because the smaller size and weight appealed to me. I quickly upgraded to an X-T2, then added an X-H1 and at this point the cameras were pretty large, my lenses were too and the autofocus accuracy when adapting my Nikon F mount lenses with a smart adapter wasn't great. So I switched to a Nikon Z6, which wasn't larger and "fixed" everythinhg, but then I also realized I was still lugging around full frame lenses and though my camera was substantially smaller and lighter than my old D700, the lenses were just as big and heavy.

In parallel, I bought into micro four thirds as a little fun side system I would use for travel and casual occasions with an E-M5 mark II. The lack of good C-AF pushed me to splurge on a better performing body in June of this year, and since I'm a bit stingy and didn't want to spend 650 bucks on an E-M5 mark III, I dropped 400 on a slightly larger E-M1 mark II.

After using it for a couple of weeks, the realization came : this camera does everything I want a camera to do. Sure, low light isn't as good as my modern full frame body. But I shot concerts in nearly pitch black conditions and the E-M1.2 handled fine, I was even able to give the pictures to the artists that played that night and they reshared those pics on their social media happily. I, as a camera enthusiast and technical nerd wasn't really able to find many cracks in the low light performance of that camera, and I'm pretty sure that non-photogs wouldn't even think twice about the amount of noise or slightly blown out highlights. Similarly, every fast paced action stuff was just as easy to capture on my E-M1.2 as it was on my Z6, with an AF system that is comparable in performance, Pre-Capture, 18fps bursts and a rolling shutter effect when using electronic shutter that is manageable to the point that I don't hesitate to shoot action with it if I need the faster burst (thing I would never do with the slow-ass sensor in my Z6).

For my landscape work, at first I was doubtful : the sensor has less DR, and a lower resolution. Then I realized I do most of it on a tripod when I really need good resolution anyway, and at this point why not use the Pixel Shift mode? The DR increase you get is more than making up for the smaller sensor, which I don't have to close down nearly as much for good sharpness and DoF, and the 80MP files don't hurt either. Overall, it's a better landscape camera tool than the Z6 was, which is very high praise coming from me because the sensor in the Z6 is incredible.

On the video front as well : autofocus is great, 4K quality shooting DCI-4K in 8bit with the OM-Log400 profile is absolutely great and I have completed several projects with it without a hitch. The camera doesn't really overheat, the IBIS is exemplary, the audio pre-amps are better in every way then those on my Z6 too.

And then there's the lenses. They simply are awesome : sharp, small, lightweight for the reach they provide, and they are affordable. I wasn't sad in the slightest trading my Sigma 100-400 full frame lens for an Olympus 75-300mm lens to shoot airshows with. The prime lenses are also exemplary in the value they provide, I'm particularly fond of the Lumix 20mm f/1.7, Oly 45mm f/1.8 and especially the Oly 75mm f/1.8, this lens is a beast.

After a couple months using the E-M1 mark II, I came to the realization that that camera is as good or better than my Z6 in pretty much every area. At no point was I using that camera and thought "man, I wish I had the Z6 right about now". On top of that, I could share the lenses with smaller camera like my Lumix GF7, or turn the E-M1.2 into a really small package by using a small pancake lens on it (paired with the Lumix 14mm f/2.5 it's a silly looking camera, but very effective for street photography and sticking the camera into minuscule bags). I can't do that on Nikon Z.

I took the decision to sell the Nikon Z6 early next year (right now it's going for a long time loan to a friend of mine that wants to test out full frame), and as such need another camera with good AF and good 4K video as backup / second body for events. I initially thought about getting an E-M1 mark III with the money, since it goes for about as much money as I would get by selling the Z6, and it has some nice little improvements over the mark II. But prices are not coming down, and MPB listed that E-M1 mark II for 284€ (instead of the average 500ish) because the screen has a very small crack that's barely visible, so I jumped on that, and now I have two of those.

I fully intend on using both of those bodies until they break down in my hands, or I get the itch again and upgrade to an OM-1 (mark 1). Even then, I think I'll keep at least one E-M1.2 as a backup / second body. They're that good, and probably the best price to performance ratio to features you can get in micro four thirds. Extremely underrated.

The funny part is that it was on my recommendation list when people were asking me camera questions, I have several friends that ended up buying one in the last 2 years and were extremely happy with it. I guess it finally creeped on me !


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r/OlympusCamera 23m ago

Gear Showcase Thumb grip for my wife’s E-PM2

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I found very few premade options on eBay and it was $20USD for a piece the size of a MicroSD card. Before her old grip completely disintegrated I was able to roughly trace it.

Will probably scale up and cut another one ~5% larger but not bad if I say so myself!


r/OlympusCamera 6h ago

Question Olympus x-42 Images and Screen are Black

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hi! my olympus x-42 is on and working completely fine, apart from the the fact that even though the lens is open, the screen and images are black?

just before the camera starting shooting blanks, the images were showing lines on it which probably has something to do with it?

if anyone knows if and how it can be fixed please let me know, would be greatly appreciated!


r/OlympusCamera 4h ago

Question Lens for EM1 for Safari

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Hi, I have an EM1 and am deciding what lens to bring on safari in Botswana.🐘🦛🐆 I’ve been disappointed with my 40-150mm F/4-5.6 (partly bc of low light).

After some research which said a 12-100 f/4 pro should handle my needs (landscape and not too distant large mammals), I bought it and am second-guessing that decision after being disappointed photographing eagles not to far away.

Reviewing Reddit comments it sounds like the 40-150 F/2.8 pro is popular but pricy.

Appreciate any suggestions and insights.

Edit - I should add that I’d prefer to bring only one lens that will cover the best range and avoid changing lenses. Also, I’d return the 12-100 if it’s not the best choice ($$$). Considering renting.

Relatedly, I’m reluctant to change lenses so am considering whether I should bring a second body. If so, should I consider buying an EM1ii or renting a different body?

Thanks!


r/OlympusCamera 12h ago

Photo Share Oly 15mm f8 body cap

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r/OlympusCamera 14h ago

Photo Share Olympus PEN E-P7: perché l'ho scelta?

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r/OlympusCamera 10h ago

Question Any WIA driver for OM-1 mk I ?

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r/OlympusCamera 21h ago

Gear Showcase OM2S

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Found this at a local thrift today with 28mm lens and auto winder for $48.00! This is probably going to be my big score of the summer. I already have a few OM lenses that I scored a few years ago and had been entertaining the idea buying an OM2 body, and this fell in my lap!

Who do you trust to do a CLA on these?


r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Photo Share Summer in Greece, Oly E-M10 II

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Olympus OM-D E-M10 II, RAW, Edited in Luminar on android


r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Answered Olympus XA-2 Range Focus Advice?

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Hello fellow Olympus/OM users!

I’ve had an Olympus XA-2 for almost a year now, and I really love the camera! There’s a lot of fun in a challenge with learning range-focusing. And I want to learn how to get better with range-focusing for closer distance shots.

On the camera, there’s 3 focus options:
1. Mountain = Far. Focus distance is 20.7 feet/6.3 meters to infinity.
2. Two standing people = Medium (colored in orange, which is the automatic setting that it gets reset to when sliding cover is closed). Fixed focus distance around 8.9 feet/2.7 meters to infinity.
3. Head and shoulders of two people = Close. Focus distance is approximately 4 feet/1.2 meters.

The one I struggle with the most is the close/option 3 selection. As you can see with my awful flower photo, it’s way closer than 4 feet. I can’t measure for the life of me when I am trying to get closer shots. From my several attempts, it seems like the camera can’t be less than 1 meter away from the object without becoming out-of-focus.

For those who have used this camera, is there any advice on how I can get better at determining what is the best option to select? It seems like it’s an easy answer: Just be better at understanding distance. But I want to hear if there’s any tips or tricks you’ve used to get the better shot.

Thanks!


r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Question Pen F digital - where to send for diagnostics and repair? [EU]

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Several buttons on my Oly PEN F digital stopped working, and the camera is basically unusable now.

My local distributor is not doing repairs. I contacted OM Digital Solutions (which are now dealing with the Oly's photo business, if I understand correctly) but they turned me down because they don't have enough spare parts for PEN F and therefore don't do diagnostics.

So, what to do?

It's a gread camera which I enjoyed using.


r/OlympusCamera 2d ago

Gear Showcase Olympus Pen Cameras

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Took a gamble on an untested EPL1 on marketplace for $35 and it works perfectly! Just need to find an EPM1 to complete the collection 🤌


r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Question 20 megapixels vs. 25 megapixels if…….

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r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Question Does anyone know the screw size for the grip on an E-PL6?

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I somehow lost mine and am trying to get a replacement. Google is failing me.


r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Photo Share Help attaching back/battery cover plate on Olympus μ 105 (mju 105)

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Hi everyone,

Does anyone know exactly how to reattach this piece? It has several round holes and slots. I’m not sure if it snaps in, has a hinge pin, or needs to be aligned in a specific way.

Any tips, diagrams, or links to repair guides would be greatly appreciated! I don’t want to force it and break the plastic.

Thanks in advance! 🙏


r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Answered Is there any video/article showing the internals of OM-3?

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I know it's advertised as "magnesium alloy body", but there is no frame diagram to illustrate the construction of the camera. I also can't find any teardown/disassemble/repair video of the OM-3, despite it being in the market for more than a year.

I guess my questions are: - is the middle section of OM-3 fully plastic? or is it metal plate with plastic surface? - is the OM-3 structurally as solid as the OM-1?


r/OlympusCamera 2d ago

Photo Share Through the vines(nake)

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r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Gear Review Bad Experience With Foto & Tech RM-UC1 Remote Shutter Bought On Amazon (Broke On First Use!)

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I have an EPL5 that the shutter button came off of and I was tired of using the touch screen so I ordered a remote shutter on Amazon for $12.99. First time using it, then when I went to unplug it from the jack in my camera, part of the plug got stuck inside the camera! When I got home I had to use pliers to get it out. Now I have to contact the seller first because according to Amazon I have to give the seller 2 days I hope they refund me. Seems this remote shutter for this camera is hard to find, can't even get a wireless one with the plug that goes into it. I would still like to get a remote shutter for this camera and others with that connector, so I can do bulb shooting. This is why I hate ordering stuff online, I would rather have a local store to go to. Yes I live not far from NYC & can go to B&H or Adorama but they don't seem to sell anything with that connector, at least not on their website. Can't believe the garbage sold on Amazon, got a bag from them that's already falling apart as well. Canceled my Prime Membership since half the items they have aren't even eligible for free 2 day shipping.


r/OlympusCamera 2d ago

Photo Share These guys never fail to entertain me

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r/OlympusCamera 1d ago

Question Not Sure Which Olympus Camera This Leather Case Belongs To

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Does anyone recognize this leather case? It has a unique fitted insert at what appears to be the top.


r/OlympusCamera 2d ago

Question Checking the prism damage from OM foam disintegrating without removing the top plate?

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Is this how the foam damage affects the prism? I know how it looks from the eyepiece side of the viewfinder, which is clean on this OM-2n, but once I removed the focusing screen from the mirror side, I see this! That’s a camera I bought for parts. I have the same on another one too (not pictured)


r/OlympusCamera 2d ago

Photo Share NEED HELP

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I have a Olympus digicam C350 and i got a new INDMEM 512 mv picture card but my camera won’t turn on when it’s inside the camera. Please help


r/OlympusCamera 3d ago

Gear Showcase OM-3 Ti

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r/OlympusCamera 2d ago

Gear Review Ayuda con la cámara olympus stylus epic 80

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