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OM SYSTEM Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Camera Body Only, (Black)

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Features

  • New 20.4 megapixel live MOS sensor
  • New TruePic VIII dual quad core image processor, auto focus points phase detection: 121 (121 cross type), contrast detection: 121
  • 60 frames per second S AF, 18 frames per second C AF (silent electronic shutter)
  • 15 frames per second S AF, 10 frames per second C AF (mechanical shutter)
  • 121 point dual fast AF with cross type on chip phase detection focusing

Description

The OM-D E-M1 Mark II is an advanced system of innovative technology and features designed to forever change your photography: up to 18 frames per second sequential shooting with precision C-AF Tracking, 121 Cross-Type On- Chip Phase Detection AF points, up to 5.5 shutter speed steps of compensation with powerful in-body image stabilization, plus a 50MP High-Res Shot Mode. It’s all enclosed in a lightweight magnesium alloy weatherproof body. Paired with the superior resolution of Olympus M.Zuiko PRO lenses, the E-M1 Mark II will deliver brilliant imagery that’s coveted by professionals everywhere. Battery Life for Movie Shooting: Approx. 90 minutes (under standard JEITA testing) when used with an authentic Olympus BLH-1 battery. Approx. 150 minutes (when zoom and other operational functions are not used) when used with an authentic Olympus BLH-1 battery when repeatedly recording at the maximum time of 29 minutes.

Compatible Mountings: Micro Four Thirds


Aspect Ratio: 43


Photo Sensor Technology: CMOS


Supported File Format: RAW, JPEG


Image Stabilization: Dynamic


Optical Zoom: 1 x


Maximum Aperture: 6.3 f_stop


Expanded ISO Minimum: 64


Metering Description: Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot


Brand: OM SYSTEM


Compatible Mountings: Micro Four Thirds


Aspect Ratio: 43


Sensor Type: CMOS


File Format: RAW, JPEG


Image stabilization: Dynamic


Maximum Aperture: 6.3 f_stop


Expanded ISO Minimum: 64


Photo Sensor Resolution: 20.4 mp


Photo Sensor Size: Micro Four Thirds


Maximum Shutter Speed: 60 seconds


Minimum Shutter Speed: 60 seconds


Exposure Control: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority


Form Factor: slr_style_mirrorless


Effective Still Resolution: 20.4 mp


Special Feature: Brightness Control


Color: Black


Screen Size: 3 inches


Shooting Modes: Bulb Mode, Time Mode,Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority


Item Weight: 1.1 pounds


Video Resolution: 4K UHD 2160p


Viewfinder: LCD


Flash Modes: Fill Flash, Off, Red-Eye Reduction, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction


Camera Flash: Hotshoe


Skill Level: Professional


Specific Uses For Product: Photography


Compatible Devices: Olympus cameras and lenses, certain accessories with hot shoe mount


Continuous Shooting: 18 frames_per_second


Aperture modes: F6.3


Viewfinder Magnification: 1.48


Flash Sync Speed: 1/250 Second


Connectivity Technology: USB 3.0, HDMI, 3.5mm audio


Wireless Technology: Wi-Fi


Video Output: Micro-HDMI


Total USB 3.0 Ports: 1


Total Video Out Ports: 1


Hardware Interface: AV Port


HDMI Type: Type D Micro HDMI


Display Type: LCD


Dots Per Screen: 1,037,000


Display Fixture Type: Articulating


Display Maximum Resolution: 1024 x 768


Display Resolution Maximum: 1,037,000


Touch Screen Type: Capacitive


Flash Memory Type: SDXC


Memory Slots Available: 2


Recording Capacity: 29 minutes


Write Speed: 18 fps


Flash Memory Speed Class: UHS-I or UHS-II


Flash Memory UHS Speed Class: UHS-I, UHS-II


Flash Memory Video Speed Class: V30


Flash Memory Bus Interface Type: UHS-I or UHS-II


Flash Memory Installed Size: 256


Compatible Flash Memory Type: SDXC


JPEG Quality Level: Fine


Supported Image Format: JPEG, RAW


Bit Depth: 12 Bit


Total Still Resolution: 20.4 mp


Maximum Image Size: 5184 pixels


Optical Zoom: 1 x


Lens Type: Macro


Zoom: Other


Real Angle Of View: 18.2 degrees


Focal Length Description: 24-400mm equivalent


Digital Zoom: 0.44 x


Number of Diaphragm Blades: 7


Photo Filter Thread Size: 7.2 centimeters


Lens Construction: 16 Elements in 11 Groups


Photo Filter Size: 7.2 centimeters


Metering Methods: Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot


White Balance Settings: Auto, Color Temperature


Self Timer: 12 seconds


Crop Mode: Micro Four Thirds


Brand: OM SYSTEM


Model Name: Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II


Built-In Media: Camera Body Only


External-Memory Size: 256 GB


Model Number: V207060BU000


Model Series: OM-D


Series Number: 1


Generation: 2


Number of Items: 1


UPC: 050332191181


Age Range Description: Adult


Item Type Name: Olympus om-d e-m1 mark ii (black) micro four thirds digital camera.


Manufacturer: Olympus


Manufacturer Part Number: V207060BU000


Warranty Description: 1 Year Parts and Labor


Digital Scene Transition: False


Image Capture Type: Stills & Video


Auto Focus Technology: Contrast Detection, Phase Detection


Focus Features: Active


Autofocus Points: 121


Focus Type: Auto Focus


Focus Mode: Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Manual Focus (MF), Single-Servo AF (AF-S)


Phase Detection Sensor Points: 121


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  • Fast and accurate C-AF, and and incredibly customizable camera. It’s just about perfect.
Style: Body Only
Incredibly fast and accurate. I upgraded from the original E-M5 and before that I used mostly Nikon DSLR gear and a Panasonic GF1 for everyday carry. Yes the E-M1 Mark II is a bit larger than the E-M5, and significantly larger than the GF1... but I can carry the E-M1.2 with 12-40mm f/2.8 and 40-150mm f/2.8 in a much smaller and lighter bag than was required for my Nikon kit. Paired with my primes it makes for a very lightweight kit, but most importantly this camera is simply amazing to use. The autofocus is so much faster than the E-M5 Mark I, and the continuous autofocus is very accurate for both stills and video. I love how customizable the camera is, and I can change everything I need to change while shooting quickly and easily without diving into the menu system. A lot of people dislike Oly’s menu system, but it has never bothered me. It’s not intended to be used regularly. Just set up the external controls the way you want them. Everything about this camera is fast (except that it can take a moment to wake from sleep... so either switch off or set auto sleep for longer timeout). You might find yourself taking way too many frames in continuous shooting or ProCapture modes. ProCapture is amazing, but I reduced the FPS for it and continuous modes unless I’m shooting something that calls for it. At first I wasn’t crazy about the flip out articulating LCD compared to the tilting one of the E-M5, but I have gotten used to it. Since my E-M5 LCD is cracked, I like that I can flip the E-M1 LCD around to protect it. The LCD and EVF are fantastic, and the grip is nice... especially for big lenses. Image quality is excellent. I notice better high ISO vs the E-M5 and more room for cropping thanks to the bump up in resolution. Better shadow recovery too. HDR mode is nice to have, but I haven’t used the hi res mode much yet. I like that it includes a clip on flash you can swivel, tilt, and bounce... but it’s not as powerful as a battery powered flashgun. Works well in a pinch though. The WiFi capability is nice to have. Transferring images to smartphone is easy, but you have to shoot JPEG or RAW+JPEG. The Olympus app can also remotely fire the shutter, but it’s not terribly responsive from more than a few feet away. Overall this camera, which was released a couple of years ago, offers all the performance, features, and image quality I want in a high end camera. I think I will get many years of use out of it. If you’re an Olympus shooter, you could wait for the Mark III versions of the E-M5 or E-M1. I’m glad I didn’t wait though. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2019 by Sean

  • A delight to use camera
Style: Body Only
Having used the EM1.2 for a while, I write down my first impressions, related to Olympus EM10.2, from my feeling experience rather than a scientific view. I get raw images to be processed later with RawTherapee and do not make movies. Note: I know this is nothing new but an end user experience with a still perfectly capable camera... and may help you if you are thinking to move on to an EM1.3 or EM5.3. Ergonomically, is a delight to use. It is more comfortable than EM10.2 in hand, especially with large lenses like 75-300mm. Has many extra buttons, all configurable so all handy options are at a button press far (FN1 = Manual Focus, FN2 = Multi Function with ISO, Front Top Button at left = peaking, Front Bottom Button at left = zoom, etc.). AEL/AFL is more handy to be configured as Back Button Focus (BBF) but I think I'll stick to shutter button because I have the feeling that my hit rate is higher having auto focus there. Front dial on EM10.2 is more comfortable, being the EM1.2 front dial smaller (and rear too). But I'll get used to it, no doubt; I guess it is smaller because it's located on grip instead of body. Weight, almost the same feeling, minimum perceptible extra 180g. Battery life, lasts a little longer. Noise and dynamic range, looks a little better when stretching shadows. Auto focus, see no difference with good light (according to EM1.2 advertising, C-AF mode is PDAF only and S-AF mode is hybrid: PDAF + CDAF). Stabilization, no perceptible difference to me. Over 100mm I haven't found a reliable standing position and breath technique while pressing the shutter so I still adhere to the 1/focal_length speed rule with m43 and 2x crop factor. Below 100mm, I can relax the rule significantly on both cameras as much as 1/2s with 25mm. Menu System is the same as EM10.2. No change here but with some extra options; same complexity but functional. Super Control Panel the same ;-) Shutter feels more silent or quiet; don't know if it is different or a compact metal housing absorbs shutter shock more efficiently. I see a difference with EVF (being LCD instead OLED), liking more OLED in low light situations. I set to OFF 'View Boost - Manual' in order to EVF resemble exposure and WB at first sight. Letting View Boost ON (e.g. when flash is used) in both cameras, they look the same. In good light situations, both OFF, behave similar or equal. Now, pictures aren't worse than with EM10.2... to my relief ;-). But I must say I have the feeling that at pixel level (being myself a pixel peeper) they are softer, using same lens and being both CDAF in S-AF mode. Looking at pictures from both cameras at the same size, they look equal to me so I guess that having the EM1.2 25% more pixels (20MP against 16MP) is less forgiving with motion blur at pixel level. Or perhaps I'm reaching lens capability with this resolution. Tested with several lenses got almost same result. A Pro lens would make a difference? Adding a sharpness notch at post-process solves the situation (fortunately, just a little without producing artifacts or halos). I don't make large prints so I guess I wouldn't take advantage from the resolution increment. C-AF with PDAF, no chances to test it yet. I find this a useful feature because I do some BIF pictures. CDAF does not behave well in this area but I found a technique with EM10.2 that helps. Update: had a chance to try it, and behaves very well and have many pictures in focus where to choose from. Does not hunt and locks focus very fast. C-AF works fine following the subject with a good contrast area and a proper AF target mode. A weather sealed body would make me feel more relaxed in rough environments. Sometimes, I left my EM10 in the bag when faced rough weather - now I know it can handle it but I'm not sure I'll take the camera off the bag :-). Anyway, I own only one weather sealed lens. Both cameras can do focus bracketing. EM1.2 has the ability to produce a stacked jpeg using then internal engine (some lenses only). As I use raw, I post-edit them outside camera and later stack them with Zerene Stacker. As I said before, I still think EM1.2 is an EM10.2 in a better and comfortable weather sealed housing, adding auto focus PDAF, a little more dynamic range and less noise, an extra stabilization stop, two cards slots and a fully articulating monitor screen (plus a high speed sequential shooting and facilities related to continuous/tracking auto focus - that would be of great relevance in action events). All these extra attributes make EM1.2 even better than my highly regarded EM10.2 ;-) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2021 by Andres Bertens

  • Early impressions are excellent
Style: Body Only
I'm an Oly E-M10 Mk I shooter, so this is a huge upgrade. These are only preliminary impressions, which I'll edit as time goes by with longer term tests. Currently testing some of the more vaunted features with my 12-40 F/2.8 Pro lens while waiting on the 12-100 to be in stock somewhere. I'm writing from a perspective of a somewhat experienced photographer. Not a master by any means, but I shoot in manual, raw, and do a lot of OCF work, mostly portraits. It may also amuse you to read my older camera reviews and see my, er, growth (?) as a photographer over the years. :) Onto the review! The exterior is very solid. The grip is much, much improved. There's no gap between my fingers and the grip like there was with the M10, and I know with the M1-I. Everything feels more solid too. I know it's weather sealed, and have seen many reviews and videos of early, promo shooters in Iceland, dropping their body & lens in freezing water with no ill effects. The M10 always felt a bit flimsy to me, and in fact have had some parts come off/fall apart (eye piece, hot shoe plate). All the flaps for the battery, SD Cards (2! Thank you, Olympus!), USB 3 (and type C), mic & headphone (again, thank you , Olympus!) jacks have a good feel to them, as is the fully articulated (3rd thanks!) LCD screen. Only potential downside is if you have the mic and/or headphones plugged in, you won't be able to flip the screen over for selfie-mode on the fly. Fair IQ tests will have to wait, since I don't have a raw converter yet (still on LR 5.7, LR CC has early support, no lens correction as of this writing). DxO Mark had some tests done, and it looks like a tiny increase in high ISO quality over the M1-I, nothing huge, but going from 16 MP to 20 MP will net you a bit more resolution. Maybe a bit more noise if you pixel peep, but if you compare, say, an 8x10 to 8x10, you'll find a better overall image. But I'm not too worried about high ISO shoots, because... The stability is a giant leap over my M10, since it only had 3-axis IBIS. I can't say for sure how much better the M1-II is over the M1-I, but I did some 1 sec hand held exposures at 12mm no problem. (Edit: I've now pulled off an 8 sec (!!!) hand-held shot with my 25mm 1.8, while leaning against a doorframe). I've seen on YouTube a 10sec(!) and a 20sec(!!) hand held exposures with just the body braced against a wall. That latter was paired with the 12-100mm F/4, which gives you an extra stop of stability, but even with a "mere" 5.5 stops of stability, you should be able to get a 12mm, 1 sec exposure for still scenes just by following the reciprocal rule. That is frankly mind blowing. So maybe if you're shooting action in low light, you'll miss having a FF camera, but for still scenes or even portraits, I don't think you'll have issues with image quality. The menu system is, well, it's Olympus. If you're used to previous Oly models, you'll be able to figure things out. The controls are fairly instinctive (again, for Oly shooters) and very customizable--far more than the M10. Some people complain about the mode dial lock, but I absolutely love it, since I rarely take it out of M, but sometimes I'll brush the dial by accident and then wonder why I can't set my shutter or aperture properly. I do have to get used to the power switch being in a new location. New battery is huge. Should last most people a day easily.I got a spare anyway. I'll next update this review when I get a fully supported raw converter, and also when I can pair it with the 12-100mm for the added stability, especially for video shooting, but I'm expecting very good things. There's also a ton of action photography features I need to test, including the ludicrous 60 FPS shooting and the Pro Capture mode where it starts buffering when you press the shutter 1/2 way down. I'm planning on an ice skating shoot in late January (2017), so stay tuned. For now, my initial findings are: Pros: Solid, weather sealed exterior Ridiculous stability, makes up for the need for high ISO shooting for many situations Dual SD slots Video-friendliness: 4K, mic & headphone jacks, fully articulating LCD Tons of excellent Olympus glass with which to pair, and now some combined lens stability too, Really looking forward to testing the 12-100mm F/4 and the 25mm F/1.2 (no lens stability though). 18 FPS with C-AF, 60(!) w/S-AF, all in raw. Bigger, better battery. Faster charging too. Cons: Price. Only you can determine if this camera is "worth it". To me, yes, absolutely. but $2K USD is a lot of money. For this price, you may honestly expect better high ISO performance. Base ISO is 200. There's extended, but I really wanted a 100 or even 64 base ISO. Only 1 SD slot is UHS-II. Kinda bad placement for the mic/headphone jacks for the articulating LCD. Can't reuse old battery. Other: This is probably THE flagship micro 4/3 camera body, with maybe an edge for video to the Panasonic GH series, but for stills, or even combining stills & video, the M1-II is the new king. Whether M4/3 works for you is a different story, and way too long to write about here. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2016 by Dave Ruff

  • Great Camera, but with some quirks.
Style: Body Only
This is a great camera. Love how fast it is and accurate. I have had some disappointments however. When using the FL-900R or FL-600R flash, I've noticed that the camera does not respond correctly and will exhibit unwanted freezes in the viewfinder (times vary from 5 to 15 seconds) when there is a large contrast between where you first pointed the camera to a different location. When trying to focus on a low-light area, camera will quickly focus on a random area, and even flash. When I try to focus, pushing the shutter button half-way, it will be non responsive in that low-light area for focusing. I also have a PEN-F camera, and previously a OM-D E-M1 and these cameras work great with the above flashes. When contacting Olympus, they told me some settings to set. I had to have the "AF Focus Adj." to -18 and the flashes worked most of the time. But why would a person have to do that? Note however, the bundled flash that comes with the camera will work fine. It's just that the FL-900R or FL-600R flashes have their own focusing light, that appears to not work correctly in these high contrast areas when the flashes are mounted on the camera. Also, please note that if you have adapters that allow you to use Canon lenses, like the metabones SpeedBooster Ultra 0.71x, that this camera will not work. According to metabones, "The optical element of our SpeedBoosters and the sensor of this camera is too close." That was a disappointment since my Pen F and old OM-D E-M1 worked fine with the Speedbooster. But for the most part, I really like the camera. I only hope Olympus fixes the issue with there higher end FL-900R or FL-600R flashes. --------------------------- After a number of months working with Olympus, the above problems I had with my flashes was resolved. The problem was actually the battery grip that caused the camera to not respond correctly and freeze, which has since been replaced. So the camera is working great. In addition, the Metabones speedbooster Ultra 0.71x does partially work, with a firmware upgrade. But, the autofocus on most of my lenses does not work. I can only get the Metabones adapter to reliably work in manual focus. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2017 by PBednar

  • Buy one, go have fun, and don’t look back! Micro 4/3 rocks!
Style: Body Only
I’m a hobbyist. I’ve had an Olympus EM 5 Mark 2 for about 3 years, using it for travel and to take photography classes. I love it! I also have a number of Olympus lenses, both Primes and Zooms. You could say I’m committed to the system. I upgraded to the EM 1 about a month ago for a number of reasons, including higher megapixel count, faster burst speed, and the larger size of the body to better match the 40-150 Pro Zoom. So far, I’m amazed. This camera is a pleasure to use. It gives me the benefit of a compact system that produces all the quality I need. Prints in the sizes I want look great. I usually make 12x18 prints. I wouldn’t be afraid to go larger. Keep in mind that a matted, framed print this size ends up being around 20x26. That takes up a lot of wall space. Digital viewing is also wonderful. Right now the EM 1 is also a great bargain. When 1st introduced, they were $1999. I paid $1199 on Amazon. I assume a Mark 3 may be right around the corner. I may get one. About 4 years from now. Maybe! I’m sure I’ll get some more lenses. I think camera technology for stills has gone about as far as it can. If you have been afraid to try MFT, don’t be. Buy one and go have fun, without straining your back. I would like to thank some YouTube channels for their informative MFT videos, including Gordon Laing, Red35, David Thorpe, Robin Wong, Joe Edelman, Peter Forsgard, Sulantoblog, Rob Trek, James Popsys, Derek Forss, D Griff Gallery, Jamie Windsor and e6vlogs. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2019 by ZDot

  • Love it!
Style: Body Only
I use the E-M1 mostly for macro work — specifically, I shoot insects, amphibians such as salamanders and frogs, small reptiles (snakes and lizards mostly) and slime molds or fungus (often very tiny) as a hobby. Sometimes I use extension tubes or a Raynox. I upgraded from the E-M5 (which I loved and kept as my back up). I have now used both cameras extensively (including in high humidity rain forests) and they have been put through their paces. Here’s what I like the most about the E-M1: 1. The battery life is excellent. 2. The “out of the camera” files are extraordinary. For my needs, they need very little post processing. 3. It is substantially larger than the E-M5 but still way smaller and lighter than a DSLR. In fact, I routinely shoot one handed which is HUGE for me since I have a free hand to move twigs or leaves out of the way and steady myself (take a look at my photos and you’ll see what I mean. I only shoot in the field). I also hike for hours carrying this camera in one hand using a wrist lanyard for safety and my hand does not get tired — I just hook the tips of my fingers under the grip. 4. I don’t use the flippy screen much but, when I do, it is responsive and easy to use and the magnification (for focus) is excellent. 5. Once you find it in the (awful) menu you can set up "back button" focus and, for my hand size, the button is positioned really well. 6. The ergonomics are pretty good. For example, while lying on my belly, steading a leaf with one hand, I can focus, shoot, turn on focus peaking, use flash compensation and more with my other hand. 7. The files that are produced do not need a lot of tweaking because the camera does an amazing job of getting the white balance right. 8. I LOVE the 1:1 wheel which allows me to rest the lens to the shortest working distance. Here’s what I dislike: The complicated Olympus menu system creates a steep learning curve. The menu system is consistently panned by users and has been the topic of derision for years — and it is not consistent between models. That said, I can usually find most of what I need fairly quickly now I’ve shot with it four or five times a week for a year. I posted some photos that are typical of what I get when I use this camera with the M. Zuiko 60mm lens. These likely have some minor tweaks in Lightroom — but those will truly be minimal. I have used this camera with the Olympus 12-40 and it scored high points there too. If you want to see insect, amphibians and reptile macro shots I post to IG under jeremy.nature.photos. One final point: Keep in mind that my review is all about the relatively narrow field in which I work. As a macro camera this thing is magic. Coupled with the 60mm it has dramatically cut down the number of shots I make in order to get a “keeper”. I’d still use my full frame rig for landscape and birds. I rented an Oly 200mm and shot for a few days in Florida and, while everything worked fine, the m43 format/lens combination does not allow me to create the kind of image I like. I hope this is useful! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2018 by J Paul S

  • Top of the line camera compared to almost any camera out there
Style: Body Only
I've been using M4/3rds since 2012, ever since the release of the glorious E-M5. I was so excited when all the rumors were coming out that I pre-ordered as soon as it was released. I sold off my Canon 30D with 24-70mm and went all in. 5 years later, it was time for an upgrade even though the E-M5 continues to work just like it did day 1. I now have different needs with more low light photography with a fast moving object (baby). I gave the E-M5 a try for 1 year, but I missed a lot of shots because they came out blurry or it was stuck buffering. I'm just a casual shooter, mainly taking pictures of my baby, family events, and get togethers. Every now and then I'll shoot an event for a friend at no charge just as a way to challenge my skills, and because it's fun. I considered keeping the E-M5 and buying a Leica Q, but for the $4k asking price without good video, tracking and baby drool/splash proof, it just wasn't worth it to me. The biggest selling factor for me was the dual quad-core TruePic processors that makes the camera work really fast. The faster it processes, the more chances I have at getting the shots at an instant. I'm usually shooting in Low burst mode with Raw + L SF and the E-M1 II takes almost no time buffering before I'm ready to shoot again. One of the processors is actually reserved for RAW shooting if that's how you're shooting. The new and better tracking feature was also a big plus, and while in practice it's not 100% accurate, it's pretty close and I'm happy with that. While the camera has a ton of other features and it's super well built, I bought it because it would allow me to capture better pictures in low-light and of a baby running around compared to my E-M5 or E-M5 II. Lenses wise, I like to keep my kit as small as possible so I carry my Olympus 12mm, 25mm, and 45mm. I considered some of the Olympus PRO lenses but man they're much bigger and heavier for slightly better IQ and faster aperture. I can highly recommend this camera because it's the best camera I've ever used, period. My decision wasn't based on price but rather the value it brings. Looking back at the great photos I've captured with the E-M1 in the month I've had it, I don't even think about the price I paid but rather how fun it is to shoot and the awesome shots I was able to get with it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2017 by nathan

  • My Opinion: The EM-1 Mark II, Is A Shooters Camera.
Style: Body Only
Had a lot of nice cameras in 40 years of photography, but this is my favorite. Not too big, not too small, just right in so many ways. When I had the original E-M1, I loved to travel with the Lumix 20mm f/1.7 mounted and it could 'disappear' when I wanted it to. Mount the Zuiko Digital 150mm f/2, and it has some new tricks up its sleeve. This camera is not the best choice for those who are occupied by the lore of the 'Full Frame' (sic) sensor, its for photogs with a sense of relativity. This camera is not a fetish, styled to attract dilettantes, its intended for shooters who value practicality. Its best not to hammer this camera, like some might (legitimately) need to hammer their C/N flagship. Yes, its for Pros, but not that particular kind. While it is very well built and well protected, this technological marvel must give away some design durability, in order to provide both portability AND (yes) affordability. This is a very flexible camera, but diving deep into its menu is for the brave, because with unparralleled configurability, comes complexity. But once you figure it out, set it up, and emerge from that 'heart of darkness', it can be your extension. Improving on the original E-M1 so dramatically, in every way, many wondered why it was merely designated a 'Mk II'...Olympus is quirky. Its High Resolution Mode is capable of capturing breathtaking detail, IF the sharpest lenses and the best settings and techniques are employed. This camera is the digital extension of a photographic philosophy, conceived at Olympus, by the great Yoshihisa Maitani, the designer of the renown and transformative Pen and OM systems. I believe he would be proud of the E-M1. I am proud, and very fortunate to own it. Photo sample is an early long exposure test of the high res mode, which also greatly reduces noise. Straight out of camera, but down sampled. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2017 by John Francis

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