I Ditched Sony for Micro Four Thirds

I Ditched Sony for Micro Four Thirds - Here's why.

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Жыл бұрын

I Ditched Sony for Micro Four Thirds
In 2020 I made a mistake and just now in 2023, I fixed it that mistake.
Goodbye Sony!
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@pierreben4211 Жыл бұрын

You don't just explain why M4/3 is a logic and quality system, you prove it by your great shots !

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

That’s very kind, thank you 🙏

@trevorbrooks813 Жыл бұрын

I grappled with the APSC versus M43 decision for a year, a real left side vs right side brain tussle. I could see the image quality difference, albeit not huge, though the larger sensor pulled ahead at night. Logic said APSC while every tactile sense said M43. I'm simply happier using M43. Thanks for posting.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

It was an easier decision for me having a full frame canon set up to use aswell. Based on what and how I shoot, m4/3 and especially the em1 mark ii, won out over Sony. I just wish now I hadn’t fallen for the hype 3 years ago 😂 Thanks for watching 🖖

@JezdziecBezNicka Жыл бұрын

OM-1 is the most fun I've had with a camera, ever.

@CameraCombo Жыл бұрын

I went a similar rout with Sony.... I was happy to say goodbye. I have a E-M1 ii and it's a splendid camera with Ferrari specs... in 2016. It's amazing how ahead of the times this camera was! I'm certain you'll love every minute.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

The specs even on the “entry level” em10 mark ii blow the Sony apsc counterparts away. I’m very happy to have switched🖖

@antalperge1007 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial Wow 💖👍

@ivan7453 Жыл бұрын

I currently use an OM-1 but I refuse to part with my EM1 MK2.

@theuktoday4233 7 ай бұрын

Snap, I lost over 2 grand on my Sony full frames when I sold them recently but man I cant believe how happy I am with the 3 Olympus cameras I now own. I fell in love with the image quality from the very first time a clicked the shutter.

@FotoSharp Жыл бұрын

In the last 50 years I've used several different 35mm cameras, a few MF, one 4x5, some early digicams, Sony full frame and APS-C digital SLRs, and a Sony APS-C mirrorless. Recently I decided to try M43 for many of the reasons you state, but also size/weight, reliable performance, and COST. I don't shoot video but wanted a pro level body. I settled on a used EM-1 Mark I, used 14-150mm (the newer weather sealed version), and for a low light "normal lens" a used Panasonic 20mm 1.7. For under $500 total I got a great, light weight (2 lbs total) walk around setup. So far, I'm VERY happy with the setup and am now eyeing a few "specialty" lenses for unique situations.

@barrysteele8431 Жыл бұрын

What’s super cool about this video is your enthusiasm! I found your videos searching Sony a6000 stuff, and followed for a while. The best part for me is just how great the photos are on the new micro 4/3 system. Although I’m sure the camera is awesome and helping massively. I think getting the passion back has instigated these amazing photos! I also should have bought an Olympus years ago! Awesome work pal.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Barry. It’s a great feeling to have a camera again that makes me want to shoot more. Very happy with the switch to Olympus 🖖

@DigitalLemonade Жыл бұрын

I enjoy your enthusiasm, I'm about to pick up my first micro 4/3s. Enjoy.

@skfineshriber Жыл бұрын

Micro four thirds is better than anyone expects until they use the system for a short time.

@amybella Жыл бұрын

To be honest, I have the A6500 has 4K , IBIS, fast AF, but I also have the EM1- Mark III the IBIS on the Olympus blows any camera out of the water. Alot people do not realize how important IBIS is not only in video, but for shots. Especially for low light and telephotos of wild life. You can hold the shot longer and have no issues in missing the shot, cannot say the same for the Sony A6500. Olympus has also better colors than Sony.

@matthewsequoyah2665 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love some of your shots, especially the colorful night scenes 💥📸😃👍

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, Matthew🖖

@MartinJSmithPhotographyUK Жыл бұрын

Hi David I went from Nikon to Olympus 4 years ago see the video, and never look back, and now have the OM-Systems OM1. Thanks for sharing.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Martin 🖖

@chrisbrowning550 Жыл бұрын

I got the EM10 Mk 4 as my first camera and recently purchased 45mm 1.8mm lens as I wanted a slight upgrade from my 12-42mm my kit kens. For my first camera it's really nice and I'm getting some nice feed back from my shots. For it's price it really packs a lot I think, plus it's small and light for travel. I am also using a 40-150mm lens which is good for a cheap beginners lens. Not sure when the day will come to upgrade my camera, for now I am having fun with the one I have

@wallywo7392 Жыл бұрын

great camera, i have it for years and love it! Thanks for sharing.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Have a good one🖖

@Big_Yin Жыл бұрын

I've been on the m43 system since 2014 with the em5 mk1 and thanks to the late *David Thorpe* YT channel I've stayed with this system I now have a G95/90 but I prefer Olympus because I believe it's more photography orientated imo. Olympus 17mm 1.8 Sigma 30mm 2.8 art Olympus 45mm 1.8 Olympus 12-50 kit lens with macro Olympus 12-40mm pro Olympus 40-150mm pro with 1.4x teleconverter. Not including all the mount adaptor for Retro OM lenses to MFT. I really want to get the OM-1.

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

i wanted to learn photography. So I got a used Sony A7s2. Then lens I got with it was damaged. I thought buying a zoom lens would help me practice diversely with different focal lengths. The thing I don't keep my camera with me. I should have gota fixed focal length lens (which would have also been smaller) and a smaller camera so that I can keep this handy with me always. I need to practice more and more. The setup I have currently I just don't carry with me. keeping in mind i want to click pictures in low light during evening and night after office, please share some suggestions for a body and lens to have with me everyday.

@koblih69 Жыл бұрын

I´m happy owner of EM-1 mark 2, bought seconhand slightly used. Those who have not tried this system probably have no idea how good it can be.

@Joe_VanCleave Жыл бұрын

I like that many of your images are 4:3 aspect ratio, embracing the format’s shape.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

It’s something I found myself cropping for with my other cameras so it’s quite refreshing to be able to frame exactly how I want in camera and not have to worry about fixing it afterwards👍

@astrozeugs Жыл бұрын

Great. I use Olympus too. One Advice use on the Olympus Body Lenses from Olympus too. The Performence e.g. Continues Autofocus in Video is much better. Camera internal Raw corrections are also avialible. Regards Andreas

@terrygoyan3022 Жыл бұрын

Great video. It's refreshing seeing a "why I changed systems" video with legitimate reasons given. It seems that quite a few people change systems solely to drum up views! Touché! Subscribed and am looking forward to more great content.....

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Terry. Have a great weekend 🖖

@eppietimisela7118 Жыл бұрын

Great vlog! Im already a M43 user - Panasonic- but Im thinking to get a Olympus in my collection.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much🖖

@powerhausstudiosgkfotograp3256 Жыл бұрын

I did the same by ditching all my Sony A7 series cameras (5) after years of use and now shoot Lumix GH5S and GH6 , couldn't be happier

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@TwoDudesandaSasquatch 7 ай бұрын

I use a Lumix G9, (haven't upgraded to the G9 II yet) and I use it for all my event photography. The lenses are cheap and after carrying it around for hours walking around at an event it's not weighing me down like the FF cameras were. Honestly, it's more convenient to not have to lug around a giant zoom lens and it's also nice to be able to slip in and out of different situations unnoticed. I photographed an entire wedding once the entire procession barely even noticed me. It was a long wedding too and I took well over 2,000 photos. My flash died on me during one event and the event was at night, but that didn't stop that tiny powerhouse. Yeah, I had to denoise the images in lightroom but the client loved the cinematic feel with the really dark shadows and highlights from the available light. I photographed a concert once for a client who was playing on stage and I didn't use a flash the first time, only the stage lighting and the pictures looked amazing. There was a guy there taking pictures for the newspaper next to me and he kept holding up his giant Cannon camera with his giant lens and snubbing his nose at my equipment but by the end of the night he was wanting to know more about it after I showed him the pictures and how light weight the camera is. So yes, MFT is a GREAT platform to use IF you know how to use it. It's not as easy to use as the FF cameras I used to use for various reasons but it's waaaaay more fun to shoot with and the colors are so vibrant! The only downside that I can think of is that you don't get the FF bokeh but honestly, the bokeh you get is more than enough. Seriously though... lightroom AI takes care of the noise and they recently updated for lens blur. If they keep this up there's not really going to be any reason to have a FF camera......

@waldlemming300 10 ай бұрын

Thanx for your emotional experience! I am in the same boat. Started with an E-620 and upgraded to the E-M1 Mark 1. Then I was caught by the Sony hype and with a bleeding heart I sold my silver EM-1. But as good as the image quality was, it was too heavy all the time and I had some final hopes for the upcoming a7Cii. But the leaked price of about 2800€ gave me the final kick to return to my beloved MFT.

@ulfjonsson2122 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful images!

@DavidFlowerOfficial 5 ай бұрын

Thanks very much🖖

@antonikonvr77 Жыл бұрын

After trying all the systems even full frame I have recently switched to olympus om System and I have to admit that I have never had so much fun taking pictures, I love the 4/3 system and I feel that I will stay with it for a long time

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I genuinely get the impression that many of those who crap on m4/3 have never actually used one or have only used the very basic models like my Lumix gf2 and get the wrong impression. I’ve been in the game a while now and having used many different cameras I can confidently say that the EM1 mark ii is more than good enough for professional work. Thanks for watching 🖖

@antonikonvr77 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial Exactly, and above all they use them with very cheap kit lenses, I really have the M1 m2 with pro lenses and I can say that if you know how to exploit it, it is a jewel of a machine, I also just ordered the panasonic leica 9mm f 1.7 with which I think I I'll have a lot of fun,🖐

@tomfenn7149 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficialAs I’ve said before, I’ve been using the E-M1 mk1 and mk2 in a professional capacity for 8 or so years now. They are fantastic cameras. The lenses too are razor sharp, even the cheaper more consumer ones. The Pro ones of course are also weather sealed which makes them great for the British streets.

@user-yw6ez1zf1b Жыл бұрын

@@tomfenn7149 yes. When you mentioned about the weather in England.

@markhoffman9655 Жыл бұрын

I find it interesting the number of expensive Sony A7 models on the second hand market all the time over the last couple of years. Olympus OM-D E-M1 series have everything I need for outdoors and fishing photography - Pro lenses on my E-M1 Mike is a killer combo - shoots 20MP RAW at 60fps, better splash proof body than Sony has ever made, and has stood up to hours in the rain, sand and saltwater splashes when fishing (and fish-slime - have to wash camera or it smells!)

@ainsleywilkins145 Жыл бұрын

Same set up for me EM10 mkII and EM1 mkII. Love them both. FYI by far the sharpest lens is the 75mm f1.8 if you can find use of that focal length.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I’ve read a lot of good things about that lens, but at 150mm equivalent it wouldn’t be a lens I’d probably use that much unless I got back into portrait work (135mm on FF is one of my favourites). Thanks for watching 🖖

@Dbrautodetail Жыл бұрын

That lens is great for photography. Since it's pretty much a telephoto it's hard for video unless you are doing stuff far away. But I gotta say for photography the 75mm 1.8 almost feels like you used a cheat mode taking pics 🤣

@thegreatvanziniphotos5976 Жыл бұрын

Yep apsc to FF to m4/3. Shots are great for what I do & my back & neck thank me.

@nlanca1 Жыл бұрын

Always worth stressing the terrific range of lenses available for the system and you dont have to pay a fortune for them either.

@mudgie069 Жыл бұрын

Your decision makes total sense to me. M43 is smaller, lighter and especially Olympus bodies have a way of wanting you to pick them up and use them. The only m43 body I have atm is the e-m10 mk III which is great fun camera to use and go out light. have fun with the em1 MK II :)

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Oh I wasted no time getting out with the EM1 mkii😁 While it’s not exactly a small camera (comparable to Sony ff bodies) the system as a whole is a much smaller, especially when you start looking at bodies like the em5 and em10. Thanks for watching, mate🖖

@steve_grimes_photography 11 ай бұрын

Currently doing the same with my full frame canon gear and L glass, weight saving is added bonus even with Omd-em1x

@Mraz75 Жыл бұрын

Welcome.. i was a sony ApSC user too. Now i’m with GH5ii

@ridealongwithrandy Жыл бұрын

Awesome video! The OMD Mk 2 series is maybe the best Oly cams, to include the EM1X. I shoot dual EM1X's for wildlife and birds in flight, and desert landscapes etc., I challenge anybody to see the difference between my Nikon shots and my Oly shots. I am sensor agnostic, shoot them all, but really enjoy my EM1X's THE most! Cheers!

@AiurMedia Жыл бұрын

welcome to m43 world, it's a super fun ecosystem with tons of options in cameras and lenses for both photo and video, i ditched sony myself as well since picking up gh5 in 2020

@qphase49 Жыл бұрын

I currently use an E-M1X and OM-5 for most of my needs and I still occasionaly pull out my old Nikon D7000 and D7100 for some venues. It depends on what feels like the right tool for that day/circumstance. I choose lenses 1st, then bodies. They're all fun in their own ways.

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@GLu-qc6vn 8 күн бұрын

A smaller camera with good in-body stabilization is easy to carry, and allows sharp hand-held shots with far longer shutter speeds, for low light conditions. For me, the OM-5 and the Olympus Pen E-P5 both work well. Both are Micro Four Thirds cameras, with many small lenses available, including various primes at f1.7 -- f2.5 for evening/night scenes. The OM-5 is 2.6 ounces heavier than the E-P5, and small but less pocketable. It has several more advanced features, but the E-P5 offers the special color and monochrome modes of the legendary Pen F. Both cameras have the same fantastic dial arrangements, to flexibly adjust the camera without menu-diving. Both have excellent image stabilization, but the OM-5 can handle darker night shots than the E-P5. The E-P5 also has a flash, but for beautiful photos light shouldn't come from the front only. Still, the flash helps for casual shots at night. (Panasonic also has a couple smallish M4/3 bodies with stabilization, but I'm not familiar with them. And some of their lenses are stabilized.) I got both of these on eBay, one new, and one used in fantastic condition for great prices, from stellar Japanese shops that offer very fast shipping to North America. No tarrifs for shipments to the U.S. Sticking with vendors at 98% or more 5-star feedback is very safe. MapCamera is my favorite for quality and responsive customer service, but I've shopped happily from others as well. Longer shutter speeds can't capture fast action in low light. For that, much larger cameras and lenses are needed, from full-frame cameras. About 1/3 of my photos are in low light. I carry one of these cameras much of the time. I use full frame cameras too, old-classics, and they are better than M4/3 cameras in dynamic range, in low light. My M4/3 cameras can achieve this through HDR bracketing, however.

@GLu-qc6vn 8 күн бұрын

I made an error, I meant the E-P7, not the E-p5. ... Also, some older older Olympus cameras, including the EM-10 series might perform well in what I wrote above, at lower prices used. (Not including the E-P7's amazing color calibrations/settings.)

@qphase49 8 күн бұрын

@@GLu-qc6vn I currently use 2 OM-5's and an E-M5 III in concert with my E-M1X. I carry the small cameras in a single case and usually outfit them with a 12-40 f2.8 pro, 40-150 f4 pro and 60mm f2.8 macro. They meet most of my needs without ever swapping a lens. I love the system. At 75 years old and with significant handicaps i find the handling and stabilization of the small cameras to be superb.

@berkahmbf749 Жыл бұрын

Nice video sharing brother👍👍

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🖖

@ralphmichaelferraro2398 5 ай бұрын

you are funny and a great story teller enjoyed presentation

@DavidFlowerOfficial 5 ай бұрын

Thanks very much. Have a good one🖖😁

@rauchquint Жыл бұрын

I did exactly the same thing, bought an EM10-ii and followed it up with an EM1-ii. Since then my full frame Panasonic sits on a shelf gathering dust. EM1 is awesome!!

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s become my main camera and my FF canon sits on the shelf waiting for the few instances when I feel it could be useful🖖

@Chris-Brown- 11 ай бұрын

Can easily hike around carrying a just over 1000mm, FF equivalent lens

@philipwilkinson3088 6 ай бұрын

Lovely pic’s of our great City.

@LowDoughTech 7 ай бұрын

0:24 Amazing shot!

@DavidFlowerOfficial 7 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🖖

@russellgoodwin1652 3 ай бұрын

I can't tell you how refreshing it is to hear someone eschew Sony, to buck the trend, to overcome all the marketing millions they spend to the detriment of photography. When Sony started out their stated aim was to become one of the top three camera manufacturers, eventually supplanting Nikon and Canon. It was telling that they didn't express an intention to make the very best camera possible, only that they should supplant their rivals by shifting the most boxes. They have just about succeeded, and all credit to their business acumen and marketing. Have they built a consummate camera though, something that feels like it has a photographic soul or pedigree? Or have they built a powerful computer that happens to also capture images? In many ways I wish Sony had confined themselves to making very good sensors, and leaving the designing of cameras to those that have a long provenance in the craft. Photography has always attracted anoraks, and Sony has provided them with their ultimate wet dream and the spec sheet with which to clean themselves up. The Borg are credited with saying 'Resistance is futile,' but having watched your video there is hope that not everyone will be assimilated by the tyranny of numbers. Thank you.

@DavidFlowerOfficial 3 ай бұрын

I think you absolutely nailed it with the soulless super computer thing👏 and I honestly never fancied the Borg lifestyle. Dingy digs, grim lifeless aesthetic, weird green lights everywhere, kinda like Sony skin tones😂 I really appreciate you watching 🖖

@Dannydurangi Жыл бұрын

Completely unrelated to the topic, but it's weird how, if you're from Hull, you can just tell that a street is one of ours, even if you've never been down it in your life. Love to see local content, and the fact that you're a fellow 4/3 user is even better. Subscribed.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the sub, Daniel. There’s just something about this city eh?😁 Thanks for watching, mate🖖

@theelectricmonk3909 Жыл бұрын

Haha - I was wondering if it was Liverpool for a while, there's a very similar look... it was Ye Olde White Harte that convinced me it was Hull.

@ZakWilson Жыл бұрын

I've made the same comparison a couple times, most recently after discovering that used Sony A9s are kind of underpriced. I'd have to spend a lot more on lenses to come anywhere near parity in capabilities, and the E-M1 II would still have much better IBIS. All I'd gain is a stop of high-ISO noise performance and better tracking autofocus.

@malcolmwright6948 Жыл бұрын

Hi David, It's not just the cameras that are better value, the whole MFT system has been around since 2008, so there are lots of good value secondhand lenses around as well. Then when you buy into a camera manufacturer that offers both APS-C and FF, suddenly you realise all the development of PRO grade glass is heading towards the FF range and the prices are out of reach. I reckon I've saved myself between £20,000 - £30,000 by buying MFT secondhand compared to getting into another system where they have been late to mirrorless and there is barely a range of new native lenses let alone a secondhand market. I don't even have a massive set up the savings per lens are that large. Anyone priced up a 90mm F1.8 lens for FF when the MFT equivalent costs less that £150.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yes, exactly. And it’s pretty much the same story with Canon. Not a whole lot in the way of pro grade lenses for apsc there either. M4/3 is an amazing system for me and I’m looking forward to building out my lens collection for it🖖

@Bigfarmer8 Жыл бұрын

Have you considered the E-M10 MKII for B-roll David? I used the E-M10 MKII only once for a video about production in a print factory but the output (colors, light, clarity, stabilization) surprised me. I believe I used a +0.3 EV setting. Fun thing is that you can use the Vintage and other filters for video as well.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve used it for broll on a few videos and in the natural setting I quite liked the look. Now I’ve got the Em1 mark ii though, I expect I’ll use that more for broll just to utilise the 4k👍

@manilamartin1001 6 ай бұрын

I'm a micro four thirds lover. I shoot Panasonic gh4. great video

@Acomyztly Жыл бұрын

Saludos from Mexico. I owned the Olympus M1mII 4 years (glued the 12-100 f4 zuiko pro lens) and it’s an amazing camera for photography, and for sometime I make video with it combined with the A7S2…..until I bought the Sony Fx30 which has become my principal video camera. The best of two worlds I think. 🖖

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah those Sony fx cameras look great. I’ve been looking at those zooms for Olympus and feel like I might pick one up soon. Thanks for watching 🖖

@stephenbrasure4331 6 ай бұрын

As an amateur photographer, my use of Olympus gear goes back to the four thirds system (E-520). Then I made the switch to the micro 4/3 system, and I eventually bought a M10. The M10 was the first camera I truly loved due to its size, ergonomics, controls and image quality. I replaced it with the M10 Mark ii which I still use along with my M1 Mark ii. By purchasing used gear, the micro four thirds system has allowed me to acquire a variety of lenses including some of the fantastic inexpensive prime lenses and two pro level zoom lenses (f/2.8 12-40 and 40-150). The system meets my needs and when I've looked at other options such as full frame systems, I'd have to invest a lot of cash that just wouldn't be worth it for the few times I'd benefit from a full frame system. At this point, I just need to work on my skills and spend time doing what I love to do. I maintain that for amateur photographers looking to have some quality cameras and lenses, the micro four thirds system offers the biggest bang for the buck if you shop for used or reconditioned gear. And for the overwhelming majority of photographers, the system offers more features and capabilities than most of us use on a regular basis.

@DavidFlowerOfficial 6 ай бұрын

Since stepping into micro4/3 I’ve rounded out my lenses for both photography and video and very rarely feel the need to use my FF cameras. The E-M1 Mark ii and Lumix GH5 are all the cameras I need for both my work and this channel. Thanks for watching and have a great day 🖖

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@ruivalverde 5 ай бұрын

I have one EM1 MarkII and agree with you 100%.

@caskraker Жыл бұрын

Now get a mint condition PEN-F and you will fall in love with it. Your ideal street companion. Another tip: get the Panasonic 9mm f1.7 . Don’t tell Panasonic, but it is a great wide angle lens and a real bargain.

@j.guerrero6643 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations, fighting against camera specs hype invading internet requires a lot of determination and mindset clarity about you and your real needs.

@gabl8a89 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing....there has been an interesting trend going on in MFT photography community. It seems despite obvious disappointment of the Olympus latest products there actually has been a surge of MFT users in recent days. There has been pros like you downsizing from Canon, Sony and Nikon as well as GenZ had enough of their obvious incompetent CCDs and entered the good looking yet practical Olympus Pen and Lumix GF. The world is kind of crazy, but against all odds, MFT is making a come back in 2024 when the wheel of fortune spins back in its favor😂

@srcameralens7284 Жыл бұрын

I left too all my sony and canon gears too olympus em1 And a em1x. Great bodies with all the avantages you have mentionned 😊

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

That Em1x is a great looking body😍 Thanks for watching 🖖

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@barrieainge4937 Жыл бұрын

Interesting observations David, I started my mft experience with an EM10 MK2 as well, around 6 years ago and it's a great camera but I'm left with mixed feelings as reliability let's it down. The 14 - 42 pancake lens failed twice in less than 5 years followed by the screen. I now have a MK3 with a manual 14 - 42 lens to mitigate any further failure . However ,it's the only camera that has ever let me down. Perhaps an upgrade to an EM 1 might be in order as I believe their better grade cameras or more reliable,by all accounts.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Since buying mine I’ve seen a lot of Em10 mk 2 bodies with the same screen issue so I suspect perhaps a design flaw? I just got the EM1 mk ii and it’s a tank by comparison and feels incredibly well made. I can’t really speak to the long term reliability of the thing. Thanks for watching 🖖

@TITAOSTEIN Жыл бұрын

Makes sense! M43 is the future!

@paulanderson24 Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Great to see some love for M43. The only camera I regretted selling was the Panasonic gx80 which I foolishly “upgraded” to an a6300. I got an rx100v to compliment it. It was great but terrible build quality and Sony customer support was atrocious. Sold both and haven’t missed them one bit. I ended up being very fortunate to get a great price on a Leica m8 a few years ago (they are now on average double what I paid) and still use it a lot. Size and form factor are important to me no full frame mirrorless system now can touch M43. I recently bought a second hand gx80 again and some of my fave pictures I’ve taken with it. It has some of the same shortcomings you mentioned that you ditched the Sony system for but as a small secondary camera to put in your coat pocket it’s phenomenal and the 12-32 kit lens is extremely underrated. Would love to see your thoughts on this if you fancy trying one and can pick it up cheap. Sorry for rambling on. Great video and beautiful photos.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I’ve used a lot of cameras in my time as a photographer and I genuinely feel like the Olympus cameras and m4/3 in general offer the best balance in terms of quality, features, usability and cost. The Sony cameras were all great in their own way, but none of them really hit the mark as an all rounder. The Em1 mk ii absolutely does, at least for my use. No need to apologise for rambling on, it’s amazing to see a community who are genuinely excited by their cameras and I’m happy to now be part of it. Thanks for watching, Paul🖖

@paulanderson24 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial I think the push to full frame has caused many photographers and enthusiasts alike to see anything smaller as a lot less which just isn’t the case. The IBIS in m43 helps big time with low light and I tend to prefer having some depth of field anyways rather than being a bokeh hunter. A benefit for myself is that I just really like the 4:3 aspect ratio and often crop to this anyway. Size to performance is simply unmatched today IMO. Tempted to pick up an EM1ii for a safari trip we are planning hopefully next year - and they will be even cheaper then

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

@@paulanderson24 I was saying the exact same thing a few days ago about cropping 4:3. I found myself doing it a lot and now I don’t have to. For my work for years I had a Nikon D800 which is probably the best photo camera I’ve owned and I’ll probably buy one again at some point, but it stopped at that, it was pretty much garbage in terms of features that are in abundance in the Olympus cameras. I still have a FF Canon setup for niche stuff that calls for it, but for 95% of what I do, the videos included, the Em1 is more than enough. I’ve never been a brand fanboy, I use what works best for me and will continue to do so despite the trolls 😁

@paulanderson24 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial absolutely. I think we have all fallen into the spec sheets sirens call. The better I have became (I am by no means a professional- just a hobbyist) the less that mattered to me. The most important thing for me is enjoying the experience of taking the photos as hipster as that sounds. 30 year old me would have given 37 year old me a good slap for saying such things 🤣

@bobk4438 Жыл бұрын

Nice, Bro. I like the EM10.2 with the Lumix 20mm/1.7 pancake lens. The camera will fit in a jacket packet. Wonderful for travel or street photography.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah It’s a great camera for street. Thanks for watching 🖖

@gm1590 Жыл бұрын

Great vid, thanks. Why did you go for the E-M1mk2 and not the OM-1? (For some things that require shallow DOF or high-res I'll stay with my FF Sony, but I'm thinking of also buying a m43 kit for portability).

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Because the EM 1 mkii is £400 and the OM1 is 2 grand and after the latest firmware update for the em1 mk ii there isn’t £1600 worth of difference

@gm1590 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial Thanks for that :D

@veikop 7 ай бұрын

Its funny that i bought 2nd hand m1mk in 2018 and sold it same price when olympus died😂 too many feature camera for me and never liked aspect ratio and iso+af was problematic in actionshots. Daddycam😂

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@@gm1590 i wanted to learn photography. So I got a used Sony A7s2. Then lens I got with it was damaged. I thought buying a zoom lens would help me practice diversely with different focal lengths. The thing I don't keep my camera with me. I should have gota fixed focal length lens (which would have also been smaller) and a smaller camera so that I can keep this handy with me always. I need to practice more and more. The setup I have currently I just don't carry with me. keeping in mind i want to click pictures in low light during evening and night after office, please share some suggestions for a body and lens to have with me everyday.

@gmaas1418 5 ай бұрын

- snif - I love a happy ending!

@artoriaslee Жыл бұрын

I left the sony ecosystem and moved to m43. I had the sony a6000 and a6500. I was very unsatisfied with the ergonomics, handling, lack of IBIS on the a6000, poor EVF and no flippy screen. I was happy when I got my G85. it has everything I need and more. I have since added the gx85, em5ii, and em1ii to my stable. I'm so happy with all of them and the affordable price for the m43 body and lenses, new or used is a huge plus. The picture quality out of these cameras are stunning and it really fits my preferences. the a6500 was great in its own right. i never like the a6000. I am so excited to use my m43 gear now. the weight savings is incredible. I have had multiple neck and back surgeries and I can still 100% enjoy photography with m43. I will never to going back to apsc. my favorite lens so far is the leica 25mm f/1.4. the picture quality is so beautiful!

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

The a6000 was a solid photo camera, but beyond that it was very basic compared to the Olympus cameras. I much prefer the look of the Olympus files and even the little lumix gf2 I have produces great looking pictures. I am quite curious about the lumix bodies now after seeing what can be done with the EM1 mkii

@MrFirstdance2000 11 ай бұрын

What kind of lens/filter set up are you using at 6:02?

@DavidFlowerOfficial 11 ай бұрын

It’s just a basic 14-42mm kit lens I use for video with a variable nd filter👍

@juligonzalez686 6 ай бұрын

Hey David, thanks for these Olympus videos. Question, would you consider getting the EM1 Mark1? Or would getting the EM10 mark IIIs be a smarter choice. I don't usually take photos in the rain but sometimes the cold weather and light snow. After watching your videos I am considering selling my Sony A6000 and getting an Olympus - just trying to decide which model. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

@DavidFlowerOfficial 6 ай бұрын

I haven’t used the Em1 mark 1 or the EM10 mk iiis so I can’t say for sure how the compare to the em1 ii and em10 ii that I have. All I’d say from the experience with mine is that they’re both far better than the a6000 in every way except sensor size. With that said, noise performance up to 1600 is better on the Olympus than the Sony.

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@thatdentaldude7903 10 ай бұрын

Just got an EM1X for under 700 quid and I'm blown away. It was over 2 grand when it first came out!

@DavidFlowerOfficial 10 ай бұрын

Yeah the prices over on mpb are quite good. I may or may not have looked several times recently 😂

@stephen-wahl Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Funny, I'm a bit of a Sony fanboy for whatever reason (walkman daya 80s lol) and was looking to jump in....and this would be my first kit and attempt at serious photography. I really really really really really wanted to jump in with the Sony APSC but the more I looked at them and the more research I did, every model seemed almost, have everything but not enough in the end: the a5000 no tiltng screen, no touch screen, no EVF and the deal breaker was it was all plastic, and then the a6000 no weatherproofing, no microphone input etc, then a6100 still didn't seem much of an upgrade from the others and still missing some key features. I think the only model that had comparable specs and completed What I considered essential, was the a6500 maybe? And then we're moving into a thousand or more dollars lol. And all this time I'm sort of dithering around the Olympus I see used that I read about which are being sold for dirt, cheap and have amazing specs actually even way more than I would even ask for. And for $300 of full kit. Anyways, I went for the original OMD E1 Mark 1 and I absolutely love it. I love the feel of it. I love holding it. I love using it. I love every feature. Couldn't be happier Where have you been amy life Olympus (actually, many years ago I used to have one of their point and shoots which I also loved. It had a slide thingy that hit the screen away). My dad I have to find all the KZbin videos on it to be continually surprised at its features like bracketing and stacking was available like 10 years ago? WOW ahead of its time I would think..

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@mmadmic Жыл бұрын

I switched from Canon FF to MFT a few year ago, and no regret, I just keep one Canon APS-C camera because some of my EF lenses were not compatible with the EF-AF-MFT adapter, a few third parties old lenses with some AF issues with this adapters. But I clearly prefer MFT, 1st for its size, 2dn for its image quality and for the huge lenses available and with IBIS even 1940 L39/M39 are stabilized ...

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah the ibis in both Olympus and Lumix bodies is fantastic for using the old manual lenses. I still have a ff set up, but it sits on the shelf 95% of the time🖖

@powerforward1955 Жыл бұрын

I've been wrestling with potentially upgrading from my canon DSLRs ( still and photos); the out-of-camera colors and friendly user interface are difficult to match for an enthusiast like me who prefers non-complicated things so I can enjoy my hobby.... My questions: Your thoughts on the menu system on the EM-1, Mark II (may be an unfair question after coming from Sony the menu system)? Also, can decent photos and video be accomplished without the necessity of color grading or is it required to use the footage? Thanks and keep enjoying the decision you made. Peace.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Ok regarding the menus. I’ve found the best way to approach any system like Sony or Olympus with very extensive menus is to fully utilise the quick access features. On Sony you can configure the FN menu with the things you use the most and Olympus is pretty much the same with that menu system. For myself, with both systems it’s been a one time setup and then use the quick menus. The EM1 mark ii makes things a little easier still having dials or dedicated buttons for many of the functions. Regarding colours, I always shoot raw to get the best I can for stills and for video on the Olympus I’ve been using the flat picture profile rather than OM log400 just so it’s a faster process in post. Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🖖

@powerforward1955 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial Many thanks. Be welll.

@Zero Жыл бұрын

I am in the same boat as you. I started out with Canon t3 and then upgraded to a canon 7d and those years where honestly amazing. I feel into the sony hype and bought a a6300 thinking I would do some 4k work. I do all my video work on my iphone and shoot images only on my a6300. I really dislike the battery life on my a6300 it has killed any creativity I had photography wise, camera eats away at the battery even when the camera is powered off. I legit have to remember to charge batteries days before I even want to go out and shoot. my old canon 7d would last weeks on standbye and I could always count on it if I got a itch to go out and shoot. I am going back to canon after this but currently saving up, I miss having that canon color science, weather sealing and amazing battery life.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

In hindsight, I should never have let my Nikon D800 go. As with the Canon dslrs, the thing was practically bomb proof with amazing weather sealing and battery life, but, we live and learn. I though switching to Sony mirrorless would save me some weight, but that was quickly eliminated by the amount of batteries I had to carry around😂 Thanks for watching🖖

@foorichard1712 Жыл бұрын

Hi David what lens use on street photos?

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

For most of these it’s the wonderful Olympus 45mm f1.8👍

@michaelbrown5371 Жыл бұрын

It seems to be paying off Dave, you've got some great images with the 2 Olympuses.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Cheers Mike. I got a few good ones yesterday. Better than I thought at the time🖖

@michaelbrown5371 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial same here! 😁👍

@jeffslade1892 Жыл бұрын

MFT have always been well suited to video and Panasonic led the way there. Why would you need a sensor so much bigger than the resolution needed for C4K? The new 20Mp can encompass to 6K (burst), with less noise and more DR. Video is usually shot all manual so the EV doesn't change during a clip, but it can run maybe two stops slower than you might use for stills (it depends how you edit). Your E-M10ii is sibling to my E-PL7 and they both borrowed bits from the E-M5ii. I got the E-M5ii and tried using it as B-cam to the GH4 and found it could not shoot movie, it can shoot video clips until the footage tinges magenta (small print in the manual and an issue common to all Ollies of that period). Pana use a heat sink, so I had to get their G7 for the job. I still have the E-M5ii. (& E-PL7, G5, GX7, G7, GH4, PEN-F, G9) For stills I do prefer the tilt screen for waist level but for video we do want the flip. The PEN-F should have had a tilt, it is not suited to video. Ollie IBIS is good, no doubt about that, and I prefer their haptics, but if you want run and gun video, it is the latest Pana because although Movie-IS is different to stills on both breeds, the Dual-IS operates on all Lumix Power-OIS lenses not just the IS-Pro lenses for Synch-IS. Waving the G9 about is like it's on a steady-cam. And no, Ollie don't use the PDAF in all focus modes, Pana have DFD which is not just CDAF. If I wanted to replace the E-PL7 (which I don't) it would probably be the last metal-bodied E-M10iii, not the new plastic one.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

As I’m a photographer first, the Oly Em1 mark ii and em10 mark ii work perfectly for me, though I have to admit I have looked at the Lumix bodies for a dedicated video body going forward for projects that will require that little bit more. Thanks for watching 🖖

@MrJapanforce Жыл бұрын

Perfect. MFT is one of the very best. For those who know what photography stands for...

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much 🖖

@ereklikhan 8 ай бұрын

same. Had only a Ricoh GR for 15 years. Loved it. It died. Listened to some SONY fetish got myself a a6000. Good but who cares. Moved to Olympus - fun is back. Small, with true character.. em10 series, surprisingly the coolest to use.

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@GrumpyTim Жыл бұрын

You seem like a very happy bunny David - even made me excited, I always liked the idea of one of the Olympus EMs and it might re-kindle my slightly lost love for photography - I'll have to see how the pennies go. It'll be interesting to see how many comments you get telling you how stupid you are etc blah blah blah, you know, "a friend of a friend of a friend said that Micro 4/3 is rubbish so therefore you smell" and so on...... Such a feel good video, awesome stuff.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I’ve already had one telling me I’ll be back with Sony soon 🤣 As I mentioned in a recent video, it’s helpful if people actually use these cameras before they trash them. I’m very happy with the Olympus cameras and yes, I do smell😁 Thanks for watching mate🖖

@GrumpyTim Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial It really showed in the video that you're happy with your Olympus fleet - it's the best feeling ever when something feels right like that.

@geuskoeman721 Жыл бұрын

thanke

@UmbertoAmante 10 ай бұрын

Even though my E-PL1 experience soured me on Olympus I was hooked by purchasing a used very low cost E-M10 ii. My journey had me go to Nikon due to the E-PL1 having ridiculous flash issues. However when I discovered the Alpha mount and the abundance of low cost used Minolta lenses I ditched Nikon for the A99 and its EVF. So for me it was Olympus>Nikon>Alpha>Olympus

@MoondogReviews Жыл бұрын

Subbed. M4/3 won me over from Canon since the EP-1. My EM-5 Mii has been my still camera but even back 7 years ago its video performance wasn't that great. I'm glad I watched this video because I was very close to buying a used Sony for vloging. I'm going to go with a Lumix G100 instead and stick with M4/3.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Weird thing with Sony is that even their vlogging cameras like the ZV-10 aren’t really any good for talking head vlogging because the digital stabilisation crops quite heavily. The Olympus is perfect for me. Thanks for watching 🖖

@MoondogReviews Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial BTW, concerning vlogging have you tried using a Rode Wireless Go II instead of your Micro shotgun? I recently started using one it's really freed me in terms of camera positions and my subject. Add a cheap cardiod lav like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5uteGmgjLiebrc and it's even good in loud areas.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Not really looked at the wireless systems but for when I want that bit more freedom I use a lav into my Zoom H1n recorder. The shotgun is really just a lazy alternative if I can’t be bothered syncing audio in post 😂

@MoondogReviews Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial What I like about the Wireless Go2 is that I plug it into the mic jack is I don't have to deal with syncing. You have that option with the Go2 because it records to internal memory. I wonder if there's better integration with the DJI wireless mics and their cameras?

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@@MoondogReviews i wanted to learn photography. So I got a used Sony A7s2. Then lens I got with it was damaged. I thought buying a zoom lens would help me practice diversely with different focal lengths. The thing I don't keep my camera with me. I should have gota fixed focal length lens (which would have also been smaller) and a smaller camera so that I can keep this handy with me always. I need to practice more and more. The setup I have currently I just don't carry with me. keeping in mind i want to click pictures in low light during evening and night after office, please share some suggestions for a body and lens to have with me everyday.

@mark.physique9119 6 ай бұрын

I’m in this boat with the a6700 and possibly changing to OM-1. With the specs of the a6700, wouldn’t you choose this one over the em-1 II?

@DavidFlowerOfficial 6 ай бұрын

The em1 mk ii does everything I need for about a third of the price of the a6700. As for the OM 1, it brings no real world upgrade for me. I still have Full frame for when things get tricky. So for 90% of what I do the em1 mk ii is perfect 🖖

@mark.physique9119 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for your quick reply! I might get an EM-1 II to just try it and possibly sell my a6700 and maybe get OM-1 as a main body with the EM-1 as a side! Still in doubt tho :)

@jamesbowmanphotography Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the cult that is M43! Wait until you see how good value the lenses are…

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I’m already seeing it! The 45mm f1.8 is awesome and I have the 60mm macro arriving in the next few days 🖖😁

@skipcampbell239 9 ай бұрын

I just switched from canon to the om1 awesome camera.....

@ThatguyRiz Ай бұрын

I have the same camera and a rode mic. I heard it needs a different plug to make rode mics work?

@DavidFlowerOfficial Ай бұрын

I’m not sure about rode mics. I’ve got 2 different wireless mics, a shotgun mic and lav mics and they all work by plugging straight in without the need for anything extra🖖

@sadeqsegaraga8766 Жыл бұрын

What lens on the em10 ii? And em1 ii?

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

The Olympus 45mm f1.8🖖

@ddsdss256 Жыл бұрын

The a7iii was on my short list, until I "pre-ditched" it for a Lumix G9 and I too have never looked back. I'm a stills photographer who only occasionally shoots video and the G9's a more than capable hybrid. I can't imagine using a larger-format camera as I've gotten spoiled with the ability to easily carry 16-800mm of FL in a tiny sling bag (I see that Laowa has a 6mm so I may extend that range even further!). I have a couple of Oly cameras, but prefer Lumix ergonomics. They both make great gear so it's just a matter of personal preference. Either way, MFT just seems like the "right" format to me--it's just a natural process that lets me get the images I want without undo hassle.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

After seeing James Popsys with the Lumix bodies I’ve been curious about the G9. I still have a FF Canon setup, but for my use it’s a niche camera and the Olympus is great for just about everything else. Thanks for watching 🖖

@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial The G9 is advertised as Panasonic’s flagship stills camera. That being said, it has awesome video capabilities. It is a GH5 light. Panasonic is known for their video prowess and it can be seen in the G9. I own a G9. It is a larger M43 body and for a M43 body heavy. I mostly use it for still images and works fine. The video is very good going up to 4K 60. The thing is, it is well matched vs. the EMD 1 mark II. The question to ask is does the G9 have features the EMD1 Markii doesn’t have? There is a lot of overlap between these two bodies. I love my G9 but you have what you need. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

@AoyagiAichou Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial James has switched to Sony since, though. That dreaded video autofocus many KZbinrs need! He's still my favourite photographer though of course.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah his channel is great. Honestly though, so far I’ve not seen any difference in af performance when using the Olympus and for a lot of b-roll I manually focus anyway👍

@AoyagiAichou Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial The EM1.2 has PDAF so it's great for video AF. None of the Lumix cameras have had it until recently (the S5ii is the first) so their video performance was very, very poor.

@tommimartikainen8930 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Olympus club, the best club there is! :)

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Happy to be here😁 Thanks for watching 🖖

@bigtiger567 Жыл бұрын

Do m43 lenses smaller than Sony mirrorless lenses? Compactness is very important today.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Overall I’d say so, but once you get into fast pro lenses they’re comparable to other system, especially when you look at the pro sports/wildlife lenses🖖

@sijodee Жыл бұрын

Just have both systems and job done.Full frame and M43 are both obviously very different but both are amazing.There is no such thing as the perfect camera.Might as well have the best of both worlds.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I do have both, I just got rid of Sony because the Olympus offers a lot more right across the board at a reasonable price point. For the odd occasion when I want full frame I have my Canon dslr, but for the majority of my work, the Em1 mark ii is my go-to. Thanks for watching 🖖

@sijodee Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial I actually just bought an em1 mkii on Saturday.They say you aren't a petrol head if you have never owned an Alfa Romeo.I believe you are not a camera guy if you have never owned an Olympus.The only M43 lens i have is a Panasonic/Leica 100 400.I am hoping it will do ok on the Olympus

@buggersofoz Жыл бұрын

I went a similar round just with a detour for Canon. Sony 6000 (good AF, but $**t ergonomics and not a lot of cheap lenses), Canon M50 (good AF, but again, just one dial and bad ergonomics). The mistake detour for me was 7D2, as my lens (18-400mm) didn't keep up with the AF in terms of delivering sharp photos. So what I could shoot swallows I'm flight, if they were soft and better glass was pricey AND heavy!!! I bought an EM1 mk1 (and an EPM2 as pocket body) and with 4 lenses covering 28-600mm FF FoV including the super crisp 60mm macro! I'm still below the price of JUST the EF 70-200mm L IS II lens! That's just bonkers! I might only switch to mk II for better AF and ProCapture and happy days!

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@DavidFlowerOfficial 12 күн бұрын

I think that one of the things a lot of people don’t talk about is that a lot of cameras perform pretty comparably up to about 1600 iso, I think once you go beyond that you have far fewer options. I had the A7s mk 1 and I didn’t notice it being that good with regards iso performance until it got beyond 6400 which is where it started to shine and that continued up to around 40k iso after which it became pretty nasty😂 For the best low light performance I’d say have a look for a more modern camera system that has a suitable lens for your needs and go from there. It’s difficult to name a specific camera or system because the levels of noise that are acceptable differ from person to person. I regularly use Micro four thirds at night with fast lenses and have no issues with the noise levels. Thanks for watching and apologies I couldn’t be more specific🖖

@theelectricmonk3909 Жыл бұрын

Blimey.... I just spent a few pennies on an E-M10 III with a couple of lenses - I never even considered looking at an E-M1 (because Pro has always been out of my price range)... but good grief, they can be bought for nuppence ha'penny these days! I reckon I'll be getting one next month, when the bank balance gets refreshed! I used to have a load of Nikon gear (D90 + several lenses), and it was fabulous - but BIG and HEAVY. Since Micro 4/3rds stuff is so much smaller, I'm really looking forward to actually using it... as opposed to looking at the Nikon & thinking "nah, I'll use the smartphone today".

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah the em1 mark ii is a bargain right now especially with the most recent firmware. It’s a fair bit bigger than the em10’s but after a long time of Nikon full frame it’s small enough. Thanks for watching 🖖

@richardwagner282 Жыл бұрын

The biggest challenge for me is deciding between a OMD/Olympus, a Panny 4/3rds or a Fuji with their dial.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Part of my reason for going with Olympus is because I’m primarily a photographer so they were a better fit than the Panny cameras. As for Fuji, unpopular opinion, but I don’t like the xtrans files. Thanks for watching 🖖

@Hercus86 Жыл бұрын

Get a Leica

@martonjuhasz6569 Жыл бұрын

I have an E-m1 II for six months now. It would be my best camera ever, if the AF won't be much less accurate than the AF of my E-m10II. Is it only my E-m1 II that often fail the AF thing?

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure, I’ve never had a problem with the af in mine. If you have the most recent firmware update the af should be great

@HillsSeesYou 11 ай бұрын

Do you think the Olympus OMD E M Mark ii is ahuge difference to the mark i?

@DavidFlowerOfficial 11 ай бұрын

The mark ii was quite a significant upgrade to the mark i, especially after the 3.0 firmware update. As with all cameras though, if the updated features wouldn’t affect your work, the mark I would probably be enough.

@HillsSeesYou 11 ай бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial Sorry, was asking about the E-M10 Mark ii Vs mark i, is it the same with the firmware update? if so what is it about, I'm not sure where I can find info about it.

@DavidFlowerOfficial 11 ай бұрын

Ah my bad, I didn’t noticed you missed the number in your comment and assumed em1. The em10 and em10 mark ii are remarkably similar with the main differences on paper being 5axis ibis on the mkii vs 3 axis on the mki , a higher resolution evf and uhs-ii card support. They even use the same battery. There’s likely going to be no difference in image quality 👍

@HillsSeesYou 11 ай бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial ooo, thanks for answering!

@theflightsimmerupnorth5172 4 ай бұрын

Been there...from FF, APSC and now m43. Aging photobuff here and 99% of the time, m43 works. I still have a canon 6d dslr for the 1%

@DavidFlowerOfficial 4 ай бұрын

Pretty much where I am too. I also have a 6d for those rare occasions I want it. m43 is a great system and with the g9 ii and OM1 mk ii just coming out I think both lumix and OM system have shown that they’re not done with it yet 🖖

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@AlexOmana 11 ай бұрын

I'm happy to see this video, I just bought a couple of days ago the em1 mark ii and the 12m to 40mm 2.8 pro ,for 900$ and I'm anxious for it to arrive.

@DavidFlowerOfficial 11 ай бұрын

Oh I’m confident you won’t be disappointed. It’s a great camera with some great lenses available. Have fun 🖖

@riez1150 2 ай бұрын

Watching this in 2024. Do you still think that it's worth buying now? I found one which is in really affordable price. Thinking of upgrading it from my EM10 ii

@DavidFlowerOfficial 2 ай бұрын

I still use the EM1 mkii as my main camera, in fact I recently made a video about it🖖😁

@amermeleitor Жыл бұрын

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 I'm ditching Sony too, but in favor of Nikon Z50 (APSC) and maybe a Nikon Z5 or Z6 that are "cheap" in the used market. I had Sony APSC, but one day I take a Z50 on my hands and It was instant love. Try one! A Z30, Z50 (cheap in used market), or a Z5 / Z6. The ergonomics are great. And now you have cheap third party AF lenses

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

A mate of mine just bought the ZFC (a Z50 in a different body essentially) and it looks great. I’m sure I’ll get to have a play around with it at some point 🖖

@marike1100 Жыл бұрын

Going the same Z route even though I have some M43s gear (I’ll probably keep my GX85 / 20mm f1.7, my E-M10 is gone). The grip on the Z50 is so comfortable, its raw files are excellent. For me I was going to be either Fujifilm X or Nikon Z but I chose Z mount with an eye towards eventually getting a Z6.

@amermeleitor Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial be aware that the ZFC sadly haven't the great ergonomics of the Z30 / Z50

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah I did notice the very retro boxy nature of the zfc, my mate already bought the base plate with grip and it looks and feels so much better👍

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@@amermeleitor i wanted to learn photography. So I got a used Sony A7s2. Then lens I got with it was damaged. I thought buying a zoom lens would help me practice diversely with different focal lengths. The thing I don't keep my camera with me. I should have gota fixed focal length lens (which would have also been smaller) and a smaller camera so that I can keep this handy with me always. I need to practice more and more. The setup I have currently I just don't carry with me. keeping in mind i want to click pictures in low light during evening and night after office, please share some suggestions for a body and lens to have with me everyday.

@gordon3988 Жыл бұрын

Hmmm, I’ve been debating going somewhat the other way, but hard to give up the great ibis (it actually works on Oly and Panasonic ) Olympus AF pretty effective too, albeit slightly less than Sony. Pretty much does everything well! Still Sony does make some great cameras…A7C with small lenses would be nice. The Sony ZV E10 with a decent lens will pretty much produce studio work equal to cameras thousands more. If all you do is talking head videos likely the best value new. Perhaps an Oly or Pan if doing more run and gun stuff and want to stay small and light….and a lot of photos too and enjoy it at the same time!

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Yeah I’m a photographer first do the Olympus set up makes perfect sense for me. I do like the look of the a7c, but the fact that the awesome Olympus glass is a fraction of the price of Sony was part of my decision to shift. Thanks for watching 🖖

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@zuln5637 Жыл бұрын

lumix gf2 and gf3 which is good? and Nikon D3100 vs gf which is good?

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

There hasn’t really been a bad camera made in the last decade, maybe longer, but it depends on how you want to use it. I’ve not used the Nikon d3100, but I’ve used the d3200 and owned both the d3000 and d3300. The ccd sensor in the 3000 is great and the d3300 is pretty good all round. As for the lumix gf2, it’s a great camera for stills and ok for video in a pinch. My advice is to think about what you want to shoot and what lenses you’re going to need, then look at what’s available in your budget🖖

@zuln5637 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial thanks for an adviced ... I use Lumix gf3 to street photography... Btw which lens i can use to make bokeh on My Lumix gf3

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

@@zuln5637 The 45mm f1.8 gives lovely separation, but any fast lens will work. The 45mm is a very popular lens for a good reason 👍

@zuln5637 Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial if 50mm focal lens f1.2 ?

@JoeriCreates Жыл бұрын

Hey, took you 3 years, but you got there! 😄

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

Sometimes I’m a bit too patient for my own good 😂

@artistjoh Жыл бұрын

I ditched Canon for MFT. I have some Sony gear but I do not enjoy it like I enjoy the G9, GH5 M2, and I am looking to invest in GH5S. I use Lumix 90% of the time. The new Olympus 90mm macro is part of the reason. Great MFT lenses, but so much lighter and smaller than full frame equivalents. MFT makes me happy.

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I just got the 60mm macro and absolutely love the thing🖖

@artistjoh Жыл бұрын

@@DavidFlowerOfficial I have the 30 Lumix, 45 Pana-Leica, and the 60 Olympus, and 90 Olympus on order. The 45 I like least, and the 30 is best used as a close focus normal lens. The 60 is my favorite of the 3. AF is better on the 30, but 60 is a better macro length. Beautifully sharp (reminds me of the 55mm f1.8 Sony) but can struggle with AF at macro distances in lower contrast shady places where small things are often found. Gerald Undone's MFT macro comparison is exactly like my experience. I am expecting the 90 to be more like the 30 in terms of macro AF. The 60 is a great all round lens, a bit quirky, but makes fabulous images, and I love its small size. A lotta bang for buck. The 90 will be a lotta buck for bang, unfortunately.

@photographer8486 12 күн бұрын

@@artistjoh i wanted to learn photography. So I got a used Sony A7s2. Then lens I got with it was damaged. I thought buying a zoom lens would help me practice diversely with different focal lengths. The thing I don't keep my camera with me. I should have gota fixed focal length lens (which would have also been smaller) and a smaller camera so that I can keep this handy with me always. I need to practice more and more. The setup I have currently I just don't carry with me. keeping in mind i want to click pictures in low light during evening and night after office, please share some suggestions for a body and lens to have with me everyday.

@dmitrynova Жыл бұрын

i'm not even filming anything (lazy) but i carry my em5-3 everywhere i go, just lies there in the backpack just in case, or in my hand on a strap, it's light, looks cool (and silly) and i'm always ready to take a picture of something) i'll be experimenting with old Soviet optics from 80s soon (mft to m42 and m39), see how that'll go, pretty exited))

@DavidFlowerOfficial Жыл бұрын

I have the Helios 44-2 and 44m and both look great on the micro four thirds cameras. I’ve actually made a video or two using them on my Lumix gf2. Thanks for watching 🖖