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First thoughts on the Olympus OM-1
Since writing previously for Olympus Passion about my B&W street photography with the PEN-F, I have given up my job as a full-time accountant and instead work part-time as an accountant and have the support of my new employer to pursue additional income through my photography. I’m not usually an early adopter of trends or […]
Olympus OM-D E-M1X – 2 years later
The OM-D E-M1X has recently blown out the second candle. Launched on the world market in February 2019, the Olympus super flagship was the most ambitious camera ever made by the Japanese company. Being a completely new product, with completely different dimensions compared to the standards of the system, the E-M1X initially struggled to make […]
Olympus OM-D E-M10 III – A street photographer’s review
INTRODUCTION Street photography is a demanding genre – both for the photographer and the camera. For years, I worked exclusively with film cameras. As my professional work started to take over more and more of my time, I decided to get myself a capable, take-everywhere camera to keep my street photography going while at the same […]
One Lens Life- Impressions of Olympus 12-40mm f2.8 PRO
Creeping through the undergrowth, ferns brushing the front of my camera, dirt crunching under my feet, stalking, holding my breath… and I have my shot of a tree shooting out of the underbrush in a shaft of light. I’m on my last minute get away to the Forest of Dean with my wife, and I’ve […]
Field Notes: Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7
Let’s get things straight: I am not a fanboy. I hold no allegiance to any particular brand though I do have affinities for some. If anything I’m a Nikon apologist. I celebrated their 100th Anniversary by buying an Olympus camera and a Leica-designed lens manufactured by Panasonic. I think of gear as tools for the […]
Olympus E-M1X – My Impressions
As a nature photographer and an enthusiastic user of an Olympus camera, I welcomed with high expectations Olympus’ announcement of a new flagship camera E-M1X that would surpass their current superstar E-M1 Mark II. As you know from articles describing my user experiences with Olympus, I’ve been entirely thrilled with the E-M1 Mark II capabilities. […]
Simplr F1 Camera Strap Review
A few months ago I had the chance to review the M1a Mirrorless camera strap from Simplr. I really enjoyed it and have been using it a lot since then. But how can something good get better? Making it simpler! Or should I say, Simplr? The F1 Sling-Style Camera Strap When testing the M1a, I’ve […]
Camera Review: Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark lll
In September I went to Berlin to meet with the Olympus team for the launch of the new Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III mirrorless camera. As well as having a great “insider” tour of the city we also had access to the expertise of the Olympus brand managers and a very talented videographer who gave […]
Olympus E-M1 mkII Review, by Daniel Stocker
Thanks to the very friendly people at Olympus Germany, Austria and Switzerland, or in short Olympus DACH, I was able to test the Olympus OM-D E-M1 MKII, the Olympus M.Zuiko 12-100 f/4 and the Olympus M.Zuiko 7-14 2.8 Pro lenses. Oh the M.Zuiko 12-40 2.8 Pro was in the box as well. A big thank […]
Olympus 45mm F/1.8 – The pocket portrait gem
The Olympus 45mm F/1.8 prime lens is currently Olympus’ only fast short telephoto lens. Yes the 60 macro is perfect portrait length… but it is F/2.8. The 75mm F/1.8 lens is also amazing… but it is a bit long for working in close distances. Luckily the 45mm is a stellar offering. As usual I […]
Nine months with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO – The ultimate travel lens?
Disclaimer: I am an ambassador for Olympus Norway and I did not pay for this lens and I’m not being paid to write about it. All opinions about is are my own. Introduction About 9 months has passed since I got the Olympus 12-100 f/4 and I’ve used it quite a bit in various settings. […]
Lens Review: 50mm F/1.4 CCTV C-Mount Lens for Micro 4/3
As I’ve said in my original review of the 50mm f/1.4 CCTV C-mount, this lens is very cheap (less than 30 dollars/pounds/euros), yet capable of amazing results. Technical image quality (as in lack of aberrations, flare, vignetting, etc.) isn’t what this lens is about, although it isn’t bad in that regard either. What it’s really […]
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Landscape photography at extreme conditions
Hello Adrian! Could you please introduce yourself to the readers? I am a father of three and have worked as an independent management consultant for many years. In 2017 I’ve turned my passion for travelling and photography into my profession. I call myself a landscape, adventure and travel photographer with a focus on volcanoes as […]
My journey into the world of macro photography
Passionate about nature since childhood, Richard Kubica discovered his true creative path through macro photography. Living in Slovakia and working in the energy sector, he spends his free time exploring the tiny details of the natural world. What began with a simple 50mm lens and extension rings evolved into a long-term dedication to capturing insects up close, fuelled by patience, curiosity, and the capabilities of the Olympus/OM System.
The Olympus PEN E-P1
Around 2010 I purchased my first Olympus camera: The PEN E-P1. The E-P1 had just been released at the time, and it was Olympus’ first mirrorless Micro Four Thirds camera. Coming from a bulky Canon DSLR, I remember the appeal of such a compact, good-looking interchangeable lens system camera with a 12MP sensor, and I […]
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Olympus PEN E-PL8 – The Perfect Camera for Bloggers
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 […]
Less is more – Lightweight and mobile with the Olympus XZ-2 and E-M5
Introduction Professionally I work in a creative field but around 3 years ago, I started pursuing photography myself, and it has turned into an obsession. I find genres can be limiting but let’s say I am focused on travel and event photography. I sell some of my images via EyeEm which means they end up […]
Bird photography experience with the Olympus E-M1 Mark II
Equipped with two Olympus OM-D E.M1 Mark II bodies I started the new year and my main interest was to test them for my purpose. My focus hereby was not so much anymore the comparison between DSLR and MFT, pixel peeping or checking all the technical spec promises from Olympus marketing. I was much more […]
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An old soul
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. […]
Walking and photographing
Walking is not only good for your health, it allows us to think about things, or nothing, listen to music, listen to nature and, why not, also be an opportunity to photograph? I did that a few days ago, and I have to do it more often. I haven’t been able to photograph for several […]
Prague: The city of thousands of spires
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 […]
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Arthropods comprise 80% of Earth’s fauna. An estimated one million species of insects, arachnids, myriapods, and crustaceans make up this category. They’re everywhere, yet they’re often overlooked. Through my photography, I highlight the beauty, intricacy, and importance of these tiny creatures. I’ve always been interested in visual arts, I’ve always been fascinated by nature, and […]
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