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Premium/ The same place is never the same again

Premium/ The same place is never the same again

Hugo Pinho Apr 29, 2026
What happens when the same village, the same roads and the same river are photographed for years with a camera always close at hand? This piece explores time, memory and quiet change, showing how ordinary places reveal more the longer they are observed.
Premium/ It’s a Matter of Perspective

Premium/ It’s a Matter of Perspective

Jim Chung Apr 8, 2026
In this imaginative exploration of photography, Jim Chung delves into the art of forced perspective using highly detailed miniature models. What began as a creative outlet during the pandemic evolved into a refined visual practice, blending technical precision with storytelling to recreate scenes, evoke emotion, and convincingly blur the line between illusion and reality.
Premium/ Olympus Throwback: C-5050 The Compact Premium from a Past Era (+ video)

Premium/ Olympus Throwback: C-5050 The Compact Premium from a Past Era (+ video)

Hugo Pinho Oct 27, 2025
In an age when compact cameras were reaching their golden years, the Olympus C-5050 Zoom stood out as a bold statement of quality and ambition. With its bright f/1.8 lens, solid metal body and DSLR-like controls, it remains a fascinating reminder of when premium meant precision and personality in every click.
Premium/ Tilt-Shift Photography: A Guide to Big Effects with Tiny Worlds

Premium/ Tilt-Shift Photography: A Guide to Big Effects with Tiny Worlds

olympuspassion Aug 27, 2025
Tilt-shift photography blends technical precision with creative fun. With the right lens—or even software—you can transform real cities into miniature models, correct perspective in architecture, or add surreal blur effects to your shots. This guide walks you through how tilt-shift works, how to shoot it, and how to fake it in post.
Premium/ Mastering Multiple Exposure Photography: A Creative Guide for Olympus and Beyond

Premium/ Mastering Multiple Exposure Photography: A Creative Guide for Olympus and Beyond

olympuspassion Aug 25, 2025
Multiple exposure photography is one of the most creative tools at your disposal—whether you’re shooting portraits filled with texture, landscapes that blend day and night, or motion stories in a single frame. With Olympus cameras offering powerful in-camera options, this guide will show you how to get started and experiment.
Premium/ M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm F4.0~5.6 – The lens I wanted to hate

Premium/ M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm F4.0~5.6 – The lens I wanted to hate

Hugo Pinho Jun 3, 2025
Photography has a curious way of challenging our convictions, often at the least expected moments. Over the years, I have become what one might call a “prime lens purist”. It is not just a preference but a belief system shaped through experience. Back in the days of film, my go-to setup was a 50mm lens, […]
Premium/ Behind the Lens: Olympus PEN E-PL8 Photo Adventures (VIDEO)

Premium/ Behind the Lens: Olympus PEN E-PL8 Photo Adventures (VIDEO)

olympuspassion Mar 1, 2024
In this photography journey, Hugo Pinho embarks on an unconventional choice. Venturing to the serene banks of the Mondego River in Portugal, he deliberately left behind the PEN-F, the OM-D, and his array of lenses. Instead, he embraced the unexpected companion – the Olympus PEN E-PL8, a compact 16-megapixel mirrorless camera introduced in 2016.   […]
Premium/ The irreplaceable essence of Human Touch in Photography among the rise of AI

Premium/ The irreplaceable essence of Human Touch in Photography among the rise of AI

Hugo Pinho Nov 26, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides, revolutionizing various industries, including the realm of photography. There is an undeniable truth that AI is reshaping the job market for photographers, particularly in areas like product photography, automotive imaging, and fashion. The moment virtual models and clothing are loaded onto a […]
Premium/ Capturing the Enchanting Schist Village of Talasnal with an Olympus PEN-F

Premium/ Capturing the Enchanting Schist Village of Talasnal with an Olympus PEN-F

Hugo Pinho Nov 8, 2023
When it comes to exploring the hidden gems of Portugal, few experiences compare to wandering through the ancient schist villages that dot the country’s stunning landscape. During a recent visit to the picturesque village of Talasnal, I had the opportunity to discover the rich history and unique beauty of this charming hamlet. Armed with my […]
Premium/ Creative Photography: MULTIPLE EXPOSURES

Premium/ Creative Photography: MULTIPLE EXPOSURES

Giampaolo Mascalzoni Dec 29, 2022
My name is Giampaolo Mascalzoni, I’m 53 years old, and I live and work in Verona, a wonderful city in northern Italy, halfway between Milan and Venice. I started working very young in an advertising photographic studio as an assistant, and so I was lucky enough to be able to use many types of cameras […]
Premium/ Size Matters (?)

Premium/ Size Matters (?)

olympuspassion Aug 19, 2022
What is the best resolution to print or to use online? This is, perhaps, one of the most recurrent questions that constantly knocks on our door. When we start talking about size, we usually end up concluding that size doesn’t matter. But this is not always the case, as you will see in this article that we have prepared for you.
Premium/ Atmosphere and Mood – A step-by-step tutorial for your post-processing

Premium/ Atmosphere and Mood – A step-by-step tutorial for your post-processing

Anna Skrivankova Jan 19, 2022
IntroductionI am honored to once again contribute my work, and this time a little insight into the whole process from the very RAW beginning to the final photo going out into the world. I’m Anna, a recreational photographer who strives to capture the everyday moments, mostly coffee, people and their feelings, and finally, the most […]
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Drew Whitley Feb 10, 2021
The lake is quiet. My breath visible in the cool morning air. The mist swirls, moving silently over the water. As the first light of the day hits the trees, the muted greens bring colour to the landscape. The melody of the dawn chorus drifts over the rhythmic, gentle sound of waves lapping the shore […]
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olympuspassion Nov 26, 2021
Hi everyone, it’s Friday again! As usual, we have selected a set of photos posted on Instagram with the @olympuspassion tag for your inspiration. Because we also learn by seeing the work of others. Have a great weekend! Susan Lash – @sz_lash @fusao_kannoOlympus Tough TG-6 @alexthinkwell Damian H – @dam.he Szilveszter Nèmeth – @szilveszter_nemeth_Olympus PEN-F […]
Photography is Art

Photography is Art

Dino Rovolis Aug 28, 2020
Hi, my name is Dino Rovolis. I am of Greek ethnicity and I work as a freelance photographer & retoucher based in the city of Montreal. Photography is a form of art I wasn’t necessarily always into; it sort of squeezed its way into my life in my late teens. It all began when I […]

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The Olympus E-M1 as an adventure camera

The Olympus E-M1 as an adventure camera

James Spencer Nov 13, 2018
Olympus have long been known as producers of sturdy cameras, that is cameras that can take a bit of a beating and won’t break a sweat in the process. That has certainly been my experience with the flagship Olympus E-M1 over the past few months. Previously I had shot with Canon cameras but having grown […]
Olympus PEN E-PL8 – The Perfect Camera for Bloggers

Olympus PEN E-PL8 – The Perfect Camera for Bloggers

Leah Flavell Mar 9, 2017
There is one clear way to know you have walked into a bloggers event and not a Wedding event like I accidentally did once (don’t even ask!), and it’s by the number of Olympus PEN cameras you will see hanging off people’s necks. The Olympus PEN E-PL7 has been the bloggers camera of choice since […]
Full Frame vs Micro 4-3 Revisited with Pro Olympus Lens

Full Frame vs Micro 4-3 Revisited with Pro Olympus Lens

Chris Corradino Mar 22, 2017
Months ago I shot a head to head comparison with my OMD E-M10 and a Canon 6D. In that test, the 6D image was clearly sharper, but the lens used on the E-M10 was not necessarily known for its quality (17mm f2.8). Many readers on the 43rumors site mentioned the need to shoot it again, […]

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An old soul

An old soul

Milan Degraeve Jun 12, 2020
Milan Degraeve loves everything that is old, all the vintage stuff, because he can sense the amount of work that went into making these products with the few resources they had back then. I call myself an old soul. It’s something I came up with a few months back. It’s because I love old stuff. […]
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Martin Pavinger Jul 19, 2020
Living in Prague for 25 years, Martin Pavinger knows the city as the back of his hands, therefore, over this time he had the opportunity to discover the best spots and the best time of the day to photograph them. Don’t miss this guided tour of Prague! Prague is located in heart of Europe, in […]
Pietà

Pietà

Hugo Pinho Aug 27, 2020
Summer holidays are over, and I need to get into “work mode”. For that, nothing better than a weekend in the region of Lousã, in Portugal. A mountainous area, with dense vegetation, punctuated by small villages. The ideal place for a relaxing weekend. Yes, because I don’t know anyone who has actually rested during the […]