Is OM-1 My Next Camera?

[@tobiasdavid3096]

Hey Matti, I think you can do street- fotography with any camera-system. BTW the handheld-High-Res mode on the OM-1 is very versatile. I can even take a selfy with 50MP and it‘s sharp. It also reduces noise a lot. Everytime I look at FF I am more convinced to stay with MFT. Nowadays you can create great images with any system. So I prefer small and light.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for sharing. My street cameras are the Ricoh GR3 and GR3x.

[@aviatorman8]

The computational modes in the OM-1 are great. Wish every camera had them.

[@hankroest6836]

They will. Someday. The new Nikon Z8 now finally has a version of Olympus's SYNC-IS. The Fujifilm GFX100S now finally has a version of Olympus's HiRes Mode... ;-)

[@formermpc10]

If the computational features worked as advertised this would be a good camera.

[@aviatorman8]

@@formermpc10 I recently tried the HDR one, not that good actually, the picture looked muddy and washed out. Nothing close to the iPhone HDR blend.

[@whafrog]

I love my Olympus gear (based around EM1-mark3), I have never found myself lacking IQ, and almost always have enough pixels...or if I didn't, then it's on me because I didn't do a good job in the capture. The noise up to ISO 800 is easy to deal with, even in a tight crop. The only thing I'm lusting after now is, now that Pentax has a monochrome K3, I would love an OM-1 monochrome! For the lenses...you'd have to really dig to find better lenses than the Olympus pro lenses, just about every niche is covered, and even the non-pro offerings are good enough to fill what few gaps remain.

[@smkunder1]

Great video and the reason many of us shoot two systems. I find my needs vary between M43 and full frame. I am keeping both

[@mattisulanto]

I have reviewed quite a few manual focus M43 lenses. Please search my channel.

[@nellatrab]

The recent OM's are superb camera's with a large system of lenses and accessories. Great values and capable of stunning imagery and fidelity!

[@petermcginty3636]

Thank you, Matti. I really liked your thought process. I will use the same process if I am thinking about upgrading. Right now, my current OM-5 perfectly suits my photography needs; won't be upgrading for a while.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks!

[@busydadscooking001]

I want Olympus for my next camera .. I was ready to give up on MFT but I got an e-pl3 very used, on a whim, I love it. Hopefully om5 series next (size), but like you I make personal changes slowly and don't upgrade for "no need"...

[@markusbolliger1527]

In your case maybe the change doesn't have enough advantages. But you can go for street photography with a much smaller OM-1 kit than you can with your Sony. Even the body is smaller and lighter, but the lenses make the main difference. For me as I shoot mainly nature and landscape it was clear to go for the OM-1, considering the gain especially concerning the telephoto and macro lenses. Image quality in the narrow technical sense is better with the Sony, but in real life you don't need this quality -- the files of mFT are more than adequate for most purposes.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks. I actually can't go much smaller than my Sony with the OM-1 for street. I can go a tad smaller, but not so much it would make much difference. If we talk about roughly equivalent lenses, that is.

[@markusbolliger1527]

@@mattisulanto If f/1.8 is fast enough you can go much smaller with mFT. And you still get less of depth of field than with f/4.0 of full frame. If you need f/1.2 yes mFT lenses like the PRO's from Olympus/OM, which are excellent, even concerning bokeh, are not really small and light, but still much smaller and more compact than f/1.2 and f/1.4 lenses for full frame. Concerning image quality most if not all of your clients will not see the difference between mFT and full frame, if you have exposed and developed the files correctly.

[@mattisulanto]

@@markusbolliger1527 Like I said, I can go a tad smaller, but not much. For example my Sony 40mm F2.5 weights 173g and the Oly 25mm F1.8 136g or the Oly 17mm F1.8 120g. About 40-50g difference there. The A7IV is 659g and the OM-1 is 599g. So roughly 100g difference with a lens and no big size difference either. Not a big deal to me. However, I can accept that it can be significant to someone else. To each their own😀 I hope you the very best photo moments.

[@markusbolliger1527]

@@mattisulanto Yes the difference becomes huge if you go to the telephoto-range ... and to the macro-word as well.

[@mattisulanto]

​@@markusbolliger1527 Of course, but in your first comment you were talking about street photography and my street is done on 28-50mm lenses. If I really want to go small, I'll take my GR3 or GR3x😀 Anyway, once again I hope you all the best.

[@miluna94]

In my mind, A7IV is just the best camera currently, but I recently bought an E-M5 MkIII during a sale and I'm thinkg about selling my A7II. On paper you would think that A7II is better except for the video resolution but I just love how compact the EM5 with a prime lens is in comparison to the A7II with my 28-75mm and apart from that, I really like how smooth the Olympus is handled, it just works and does what I want it to (colors are better for me too). Maybe it is not your case because you are professional, but I think I can take all the pictures that I could think of using MFT as an amateur while having way cheaper and more compact lenses overall. The only real downside could be noise with high ISO, but that is much less of an issue these days with all the AI technology and sometimes there are pictures that you could not take handheld without such a great IBIS

[@HappyGrl41]

Great video and presentation. I have the G9 but I recently picked up a Sony A6400 to see how much things have improved since the NEX and A6000 versions of Sony's APS-C line. I'm impressed with the improvements, especially the eye focus capability. The lens selections for Sony are outstanding. So many different cameras are available and all of them are great. We live in great and expensive times.

[@ivan7453]

Matti, the decision is so easy. Toss the Sony into the deepest body of water you can find, then enjoy using the OM1. I'm sure Peter F would agree.

[@mattisulanto]

That would be your decision and Peter is looking for another camera too😀

[@trishf29]

I now use Olympus, the EM1 mkIII being my main camera. I also have an older Sony a7ii, which I hang on to in case I need a full frame camera, but it’s generally used with LensBaby lenses. The biggest reason why I don’t use my Sony much is because the lenses are too heavy for me. The Olympus lenses suit me perfectly, being small and light and perfect for travel. If you can, hang on to the Sony and buy the OM1 as well. You’ll find a use for both!

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for your thoughts. I can't justify the OM-1 just for fun. If I need another MFT camera I'll buy something more affordable.

[@galenfong4377]

Thank you for your analysis. It happens I am thinking of getting the OM1 to compliment my Sony camera. After watching your conclusion, I fully agree with you and stick to my Sony system. P.S. I think Olympus‘ IBIS is so good because of the smaller sensor.

[@markhoffman9655]

You're right - smaller sensors do have the advantage as their smaller size and mass means they can be moved much faster than a sensor 400% bigger.

[@kbarrett1844]

Good conclusion. The A71V is one of the, if not the best hybrid camera in it's price range.

[@Leptospirosi]

I think, and you certainly know what I mean, a difference, between the A7IV and the OM1, is in sensor rendition of images. I use both, FF and M43 and I find the images are slightly different, probably because the lens focal is halved in the M43. I generally prefer FF for portraits and M43 for landscapes. I also prefer the 3/4aspect ratio of the M43 to the 3/2 of the FF sensors: in know I can crop in post, but I'm a lazy person! 😁

[@RickMentore]

Focus stacking, better IBIS & if I may be bold enough to add top screen are a few things Sony can add to their FF entry level pro camera. Had no idea the ODM were that good with IBIS. Always a pleasure getting your insights, 🙏

[@kevinharding9361]

Seems like the new Panasonic G9ii would be a better fit for you - especially for the fantastic video options and stabilisation with ANY lens.

[@willgreig8912]

Matti, you have lots of camera, you must have a favourite. What’s your thoughts on the OM1 😊

[@mattisulanto]

My thoughts are here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2GlaJhjd9Z5bpY

[@nicsiu3261]

I happen to have both cameras. One i would say is a fun camera and the other one is a work camera. No rolling shutter, ibis, handheld high res, fast readout speed, lighter lens, almost the same C-AF performance, the OM1 is a no brainer for me 90% of the time. BUT if you need to shoot individual portraiture, there is still a place for the Sony. There’s sth about longer focal length background compression that you just can’t replicate with M43 unless you are standing far away enough.

[@Serenoj69]

First of I would not change if I were him either. I have no experience with the OM1 so I wonder: can't portraits be shot with the handheld HiRes mode? I can understand that it would be quite something with flash etcetc. But if you do not use flash or if it does work out fine, is there anything that HH Hires could not do. I saw files with that mode on a GH6 and it was handsdown better than the standard 25 MP mode of that cam. Just incredible results but also...on a clock...I also understand Panasonic does use a 4/3 sensor but a different kind of hires mode.

[@nicsiu3261]

@@Serenoj69 Hi-Res mode does support flash but only when using a tripod. 20mp is usually sufficient for most shoots. With the newly updated LR, you can double the resolution by AI technology.

[@marike1100]

Gavin Hoey of Adorama TV uses the OM-1 for studio portraiture and his work is outstanding. Not sure I’d trade an A7iv for an OM-1 but I could potentially see switching to an XT-5 or adding a small m43 body to a FF system camera.

[@nicsiu3261]

@@marike1100 Gavin’s photos are great!

[@crimlarksSteve]

Matti, that was a nice comparsion of the Sony and the OM-1. I currently have an Olympus OM-D EM1MkIII with the M Zuiko 12-40 and 12-100 Pro lenses that I mainly use for travel photography. I have been considering either moving to Sony or possibly upgrading to the OM-1, but replacing the 12-100 with an equivalent Sony lens would definitely be bigger and heavier, and I'm not sure that the difference in features between my current Olympus camera and the OM-1 make it worth spending the money. I had the Sony A7C, which was mostly great, but that little viewfinder wound up being too big a pain for me so I sold it after just a couple of months and went with the Olympus. No regrets.

[@Martin-nu6ym]

I think the Tamron 28-200 is about the closest to the 12-100 IS Pro you can get. Pair that with the Tamron 17-28 and you have a nice travel kit.

[@crimlarksSteve]

@@Martin-nu6ym Thanks for the tip! I appreciate it

[@mattisulanto]

Many thanks. If you need a compact super zoom, you'd be better off with MFT.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

The same here. The OM1 + Leica 9mm + Oly 12-100 + Leica 100-400!! If you want to travel really compact: OM5 + 9mm + 12-45 + 75-300. The perfect fun Combination! If you don’t need the Animal detection AF you should keep the em1iii.

[@systemanaturae105]

Hi Matti. Nice video 👌. In terms of value for money, facilities, size, weight and ease of use the OM-1 is the best on the market particularly with my wildlife photography. However, Sony have one camera which has certain other facilities not found on the OM-1 and that is the a1. In my limited and amateur opinion the Sony a1 is the only Sony camera worth buying if you do wildlife photography and videography. As for the Sony lens the best versatile option for wildlife photography is the 100-400mm with x1.4 and x2.0 TCs. Unlike the other Sony long range telephotos this is a compact and relatively lightweight system giving a max reach of 800mm with the proviso and possible restriction of f11 at this focal length. The answer is to have both systems. Although OM Systems and micro 4/3rds is my primary system I have just bought a used Sony a1, 100-400mm lens and the TCs for a reasonable price. One final small comment is a friend has recently bought a Sony a7 mark V and 200-600mm system and is having problems shooting moving wildlife. For various reasons I am not surprised. Different models and makes of cameras and lenses are better at some types of photography and video work than others. Stay safe and well. Peace ✌️✌️😊

[@mattisulanto]

Many thanks!

[@joecarey7123]

I think the weather sealing is also a major consideration where there are extremes of weather.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks. You are absolutely correct.

[@lorenschwiderski]

MFT seems to shine the most when they are compact, and as simple and clean in ergonomics as possible in a tight package. Olympus feels they are wildlife and birdie cameras, which they may well be, so maybe they can sell enough in that niche market. Panasonic believes in video, which is a good match for Panasonic, but I will miss the compact little GX rangefinders. Gone will be the roots -- the tiny MFT shooters, great for street and general / travel cameras. I am thinking that Fujifilm, Canon, Sony, and maybe Nikon will be the longer term winners, for most sales. APS-C and FF now have smaller and lighter gear available, with the only limit being for those using longer lenses, or wanting inexpensive IBIS cameras. All formats work for someone. Just my view, I guess, that the MFT will lose a lot of customers when the compact street and travel cameras fadeaway. Take care, Loren

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks. Your prediction may not be that far off.

[@RoderickJMacdonald]

The full frame bodies are close to the M43 flagship bodies in size. My venerable e-PL5 cannot handle the tropics, so I bought an Om-1. Twice the size. However, I keep using tiny lenses: the 45mm 1.8 and the Lumix 35-100 f4-5.6. I don’t need those huge pro lenses. 95% of the time I can get the shot I want without them. And I am extremely happy with the IQ.

[@sosomelodies659]

Keep both!

[@mattisulanto]

Like I said in the video, the OM-1 is not mine and therefore can't keep it.

[@sosomelodies659]

@sulantoblog right I forgot

[@michaelscaplis]

I switched from A7iii and a6400 to first G9 and later added the GH6. Main reason wat IBIS. Workflow for video was much faster with the GH6 than each time setting up the a6400 on my Weebill gymbal. Despite the G9 being around for quite some time its IBIS is better than the a7iii. The GH6 is even better. Also the option to record 4 channels of audio with a dedicated monitoring button is just very convenient (it does require the XLR adapter which means no top handle). Added bonus which I didn't expect was the Panasonic touch menu which is still (despite its age) way ahead of Sony. Yes if I compare AF, the a6400 had the best then the a7iii and then the Panasonics especially subject tracking on the a6400. That being said I don't have any issues with the GH6 AF for video. Especially with the 9mm F1.7. Another bonus is the much more compact lenses on m4/3 and the lower weight. I actually brought my Pana 100-300mm on holiday because it's so convenient. The times I used my FF Sigma 150-600mm, I can still count on one hand so sold it. No point in keeping something that you hardly use. Lastly there's the cost of lenses - on m4/3 they tend to be a lot cheaper, especially used ones now that a lot of folks are selling their m4/3 gear. Yes image quality is better on FF and APSC (only if you - needlessly - start to zoom in) but as long as you don't intend to print giant posters m4/3 is good enough. So contrary to a lot of folks I made the transition from FF (and APSC) to m4/3 and don't regret it to this day. I reccently got a second hand 35-100mm F2.8 (one that was a long time on my wish list) and the image quality was excellent. Again a very compact (no barrel extension) lens. I may end up selling my a7iii, perhaps if Panasonic launches a G10 with some substantial improvements but again. Even today you can't go wrong with a G9 and this at the fraction of the cost of a Sony.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks so much for sharing your experiences.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

Exactly! Many people abandoning M43 and embarking on the Fool Frame hype without needing to. 😬

[@WSS_the_OG]

Very interesting, and fair. It seems clear that moving from the Sony to the OM is, at best, a draw, and at worst, an overall downgrade (except for IBIS). What I'm more curious about is this: If you had neither camera, and were in the market for either the Sony or the OM, which one would you buy? Same answer, or a different one?

[@mattisulanto]

I'd take the Sony, it's a better camera for me.

[@Martin-nu6ym]

I have both systems. Sony for general purpose and infrared photography. Olympus for macro/nature photography. Well, ok I am adding another purpose for my Olympus system - the OM-1 SLR for B&W film photography (the Zuiko lenses I have for the OM-1 happen to be the primes I prefer to use on my Sony IR camera).

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for sharing your set up.

[@RupertTheD]

Thanks for this video. Was just thinking about upgrading from my G9 to the OM-1 and this gives some useful information. And BTW, Sigma makes 3 MFT prime lenses. Or at least they used to...

[@AguilaDeOnix85]

He had mentioned he was aware that they had in the past. However, Sigma recently made an announcement they would halt MFT lens production for right now.

[@jalakanen]

I think Robyn would be happy with your sony.

[@mattisulanto]

I'm pretty sure too😀

[@JeffBourke]

For handheld vlogging, you can use a fast shutter on the Sony and heaps of choice for electronic stabilisation.

[@mattisulanto]

You can indeed, but it's never even close to OM-1.

[@tonigenes5816]

OM-1 is an excelent wildlife/action camera. For somebody which does street photography, a lighter camera like E-M5 MK III would probably be a better&cheaper option.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks. My street cameras are the Ricoh GR3 and GR3x.

[@borderlands6606]

There are two reasons to choose m4/3 in 2023. First, IBIS from that tiny, low mass sensor. Second, using longer telephotos in a non-professional setting. Alternative formats can compete or better for other metrics. It would be good to know how OM digital solutions are going to invest in m4/3 technology going forward, not simply from an Olympus legacy project like the OM1.

[@JezdziecBezNicka]

OMDS still needs to work a bit on head detection (yes, human head) and s-af. Other than that, it is absolutely the best camera for me.

[@gregs4163]

Smart choice to stick with the Sony! Resolution, Dynamic range and Low light capability all trump staying with the A7IV than going back to m43. Not to mention, I'm still not convinced OM Systems is going to be around long term. Also I found when I was shooting Olympus before I switched to Sony that I really didn't use all the niche features that it had so no big loss there.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks so much. I have the same thoughts.

[@MrKreweesti]

I find it curious that no one talks about the (larger) depth of field. I have Olympus for some time and love it. Mostly for macro and focus stacking. But sometimes I find the distraction of the larger depth of field very annoying. Than I try to digitally render this. Full frame have much nicer bokeh.

[@h.stsang6617]

I have Nikon Z7ii, and the OM1. The autofocus and IBIS between both platforms are literally day and night. Depsite the Nikon renders color much better and produce high quality photos the OM1, I still prefer OM1 for street photography and it is my to-go camera. Just that I know can count on it and get the shot! In comparison to my other Sony RX100 VII, well... both are fantasic, just that I can't switch lens with it. Oh~ and it has no IBIS...

[@mattisulanto]

The RX100 VII has a stabilizer though, it's just no IBIS. My street cameras are the Ricoh GR3 and GR3x.

[@andy_elliott]

IMO, if you could keep both, you’d use the OM1 more. I find the OM1 is much more enjoyable than my A1 to use. The IBIS opens up another whole realm of hand-held photography possibilities. Also, when comparing image quality, unless you’re looking side-by-side, it will seem excellent anyway… like looking at a £4k TV in a shop beside a £2K TV, unless side-by-side, they are both excellent these days.

[@mattisulanto]

I can’t keep the OM-1 because it’s not mine, like I mention in the video.

[@andy_elliott]

@@mattisulanto Aye but if!

[@mattisulanto]

​@@andy_elliott If I buy something, I intend to keep it.

[@garydowzall6592]

One thing do not mention is dust. On some other reviews the OM-1 has better dust handling especially for video. What is your experience?

[@mattisulanto]

I've had not dust problems with the Sony.

[@forresthogue3532]

I switched over from Sony(owned the A1 and a7riv) to OM system and idk what it is with Sony cameras but the dust is terrible. I was always having to wipe them down and use a dust blaster. I Get some dust with OM systems but no where near the amount I had with Sony.

[@d-entrecasteaux]

I love my OM1. For birds in flight it really is a WOW camera. I’m curious though if OM System will continue making cameras. They appear to only have released cameras and lenses that were already in the Olympus pipeline, except for maybe the 90mm macro. Am I Right?

[@formermpc10]

Yes, you have to shoot more with the OM-1 to get better shots. That's not a sign that the camera is better.

[@danny_r27]

I’m currently in the situation where I have to decide wether to make the full switch to L mount with the SL system or stay with MFT. If I am to go full L mount then I would sell my MFT kit and upgrade to an SL2-S in September. But it’s a big decision so I’m taking my time and trying some lenses on my SL typ 601 to see if it can be my main camera. It’ll compliment my Leica M10 nicely but I know how good MFT IBIS is and I like the features like Live comp and hand held high res of my E-M1 Mark III. But I also love all the extra detail of Leica full frame and the color science from the Leica Maestro II processors of my SL 601 and M10. I ordered a Lumix 20-60mm to go with my SL. I also have a Lumix 50mm f/1.8 and an M to L mount adapter to use my M mount lenses on it. The 20-60mm is gonna be the lens that determines if the SL system is gonna be my new main system. If it is then I’ll be selling off all my MFT kit and buy a couple of lenses and a spare battery ($250 each lol) for my Leica SL. So I more than understand the need to time to make such a big decision to make a full switch of systems. The upside of switching to full Leica is that both of my cameras (Leica SL and M10) compliment each other. An E-M1 Mark III doesn’t really compliment a Leica M10 all that well. Plus the amazing EVF of the SL cameras is something I would not want to be without anymore. I look forward to your decision matti, as I too have a big decision to make. Hopefully within the next month I’ll be able to gather enough experience from using the SL to decide if I’m going all in or if I’m going to sell the SL 601 and E-M1 Mark III to buy an OM-1 with an Olympus 12-100mm f/4 Pro IS. It’s looking good for the Leica SL though 😂

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for sharing. I'm sure after some more time you'll be able to decide.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

don't be fooled by the FoolFrame hype!

[@marcomarcon5802]

As a OM-1 user, I agree with all your points. PS Sigma makes three high-quality, fast primes for M43, I use two of them

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks. According to Sigma's CEO Mr. Yamaki they are not going to release new M43 lenses.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

They have released 3 APSC lenses with MFT mount in the last 10 years. It is interesting that he stated that he will no longer develop lenses exclusively for the MFT, when he actually never did.

[@AoyagiAichou]

@@TITAOSTEIN They're not even proper MFT lenses. Just repurposed APS-C lenses.

[@mattisulanto]

@@TITAOSTEIN That is kind of true. Even those three lenses were APS-C lenses, that had MFT mount. Sigma obviously never felt MFT would be the future for them. The same seems to apply also to Tamron.

[@morristaub3194]

I have the sigma 30mm and 60mm for my m1 mark ll. I really like them. Bought years ago. Very reasonable prices. I find the image quality from them really good.

[@chrisbower5854]

Sounds like you almost talked your buying an OM1 and keeping the Sony. I have an OM1 and it is a brilliant hybrid camera. I’ve just come back from a break in Cornwall in the UK and have taken some really good photos and videos of my holiday with the OM1.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for your insights and happy to hear you like the OM-1.

[@pafa7179]

Hello. What i don't like about Sony A7iv is loud shuuter noise and rolling shutter.

[@kbarrett1844]

Interesting. Mine isn't that loud. The rolling shutter is an issue that can be mitigated with better technique.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

@@kbarrett1844 Yes. And the better technique has a name: OM1! 😁

[@TITAOSTEIN]

The OM-1 would be the perfect camera for long lenses, or light painting, or eND use, or Macro, or Budged, or Stars, or adventures in Nature where the best weather sealing makes the difference. But it looks like your Cameras needs to have the ultra best iQ (that no one could tell the difference in real life in non professional work) and the “Boring” but efficient Sony fits perfect for your use. You NEED to keep your Sony. Please don’t change so fast from Sony to OM as you did from LUMIX to Sony. Would be a mistake. 😊 Sony make sense for KZbinrs. Every 3 months a new product. You can never find a Camera with all functionality you need, and you can buy many Sonys (wow). And you will no longer need to make FW updates… because the new Camera will be there… waiting for you.

[@mattisulanto]

Like I said in the video, I need a good hybrid camera. I don't need the best IQ. If I needed that I'd not be using the A7IV. Sony or other manufacturers have better models for "ultra best IQ"😀 However, if you need "the perfect camera for long lenses, or light painting, or eND use, or Macro, or Budged, or Stars, or adventures in Nature" the OM-1 might for you.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

@@mattisulanto Sony is more profitabel for youtubers and many professionals. The new hype is to say “hybrid Camera” 😬! The OM1 can do much more things compared to the A7IV, but will lose in AF, DR and iQ. But, I’m not joking. I really think that the A7IV is the better option for you, for Robin, Peter and Joe. It makes sense. I worked with Sony for many years! Efficient and Boring! But profitable. I’m afraid that we will only have Sony or Canon to choose from in the future. Beginners, Amateurs and many (non extreme) professionals are going in those hypes for years. The tendency is to reduce the options to choose from. In the long term, in my opinion, you will “feel” the boring side of the Sony Cameras. And you will realize that Sony doesn’t bring so many FW updates suggesting you to buy a new Camera. And Sony will not pack many features in one Camera… and again you will need more Cameras to do other things. And because of that strategy they are so profitable. And also because they understood how important influencers are!

[@mattisulanto]

It’s not hype to say hybrid camera, it’s just another way to say a camera for both photos and video.

[@_krakra_]

I just got om-1 kit and i am thinking if should be better to get g9 with 12-60 2.8-4 for 1k€ less. What do you think? Thank you

[@mattisulanto]

Only you know the answer.

[@garydubberly6608]

I have two G9’s and many PL lenses however the 12-60 f2.8-4 is my go to lens for most of my photos, especially for travel. It is very versatile and is very light weight. I just purchased an OM-1 for my wife’s Oly 12-100 f4 lens and it is perfectly balanced and it is a great kit for her. So far I have no reason to leave my G9’s as they do everything I need. I might buy a new phase detect Panasonic M43 camera but it won’t be because I need it to do anything better than the G9. You can’t beat the value of the current G9 & 12-60 combo. At $1500 it is a steal. I paid $2300 for the kit 4 years ago and I have loved it. I have kept my D750 and FX lenses but I very rarely use them. Good luck!

[@wickie4801]

Surprising! Do you see the critical video of you friend Robin of the OM-1? I had used Olympus for long time. Then Sony A7III. Now Canon. I will stay with this.

[@mattisulanto]

I'm so happy that you have found your favorite😀

[@wickie4801]

Yes, it is satisfying to find something appropriate. Another hobby is HiFi. Earlier I spend much money to get a "great" Marantz Amplifier/CD Player. Worked 2 years to on a side job for the money. Nowadays I'm hearing with an old combination of 30+20 years old Luxman Amp and Yamaha Player which I bought used for small money. This combi sounds wonderful warm, melty, analog. So it's not the money you spent. It's always the same: fun. Matti, I hope you find camera(s) you really like. That is not so easy. But if you have found, seems you then don't need much cameras/lenses anymore. Then it's not longer important which one to choose. You need/use less. SIMPLICITY can be satisfying.

[@AguilaDeOnix85]

A really good comparison video. I'm wildlife and macro primarily and would personally go OM-1 because of my investment in the glass and pro capture (which I'm surprised Sony hasn't implemented). But like you were saying, if you already feel good about the system you already have, not much justifies switching. Glad you're enjoying the A7IV. I like how it looks like it handles like an OM-1.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for you insights and neutral take on this.

[@LukesMushrooms]

I also don't get it why Sony refuses to put focus bracketing to all of their models. Other manufacturers put that feature even to entry-level cameras. That's the main reason I still haven't switched to Sony and I don't think I ever will 🙂 And of course - thank you for another nice video.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

It looks like we will only have Sony options in the future. And we will need to have more than one Sony… 😅

[@Peteryzhang]

Would Sony simply buy OM System? It makes the sensor for OM System anyway.

[@chrisbrown6432]

A fair comparison for your needs as a photographer.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks.

[@jupiterman7]

I'm curious why not om-5 to have the best of both worlds (ibis-live view comp) to replace the small Sony or is it not small enough? Or is it you want to have both cameras in the same brand for compatible color science?

[@mattisulanto]

I need a good hybrid camera and for that the A7IV is really good.

[@jupiterman7]

@@mattisulanto I was talking about the the om-5 to replace the zv-1 then you would have the A7iv and the om 5 for the things the Sony can't do?

[@bosamuelsson5814]

Welcome to the club 😊. Want to take the oprtunity to Ask You about about the lenses for m43. Is it worth the Prince to replace my Panasonic 25 mm f 1,7 against Olympus 20 mm f 1,4? Is it just only the aparture that gives the advantage except fokal length?

[@bamsemh1]

Welcome to the elites 💪😁

[@Mir1189]

Just a week ago I purchased Sigma 56mm F1.4 Contemporary for M43. They are no longer being made? They are amazing.

[@jazzcats1000]

Agree. I aquired the lens recently, it is now glued to my camera!

[@mattisulanto]

According to Sigma's CEO Mr. Yamaki Sigma is not going to release any new M43 lenses.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Another great video. :)

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks!😀

[@terrynoon8467]

So glad to see you are sticking with Sony and I am sure you will be able to borrow any Olympus kit on the odd occasions you might need it. Quality over gimmicks?

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks. True, I can probably borrow OM-1 if I need it.

[@krapotkin71]

Olympus has soul.. Sony is like sterile..

[@gregm6894]

Yep, Sony looks like a cigar case with a grip on it.

[@TITAOSTEIN]

Sony is boring! But they understood how to work with influencers and KZbinrs. They are surfing the FoolFrame Hype!!

[@j16m02]

This is the benefit of being an enthusiast, not a pro. For you these are tools. For me they are toys. I have the Sony A7RV and the OM-1. Since I never use any of the special features on the OM-1, it's only real advantage is the IBIS. So truth be told, there is practically, no reason for me to keep OM-1. The problem is, I just love that camera! I can't really explain why, but I guess I really don't have to explain it, jut enjoy it. Now I'll probably end up buying that Lumix 9mm, lol.

[@mattisulanto]

Sure enough, wealthy amateurs can buy whatever they want😀

[@formermpc10]

One of the things I dislike about the OM-1 are the ergonomics, especially that awful front dial that's unusable if you wear gloves. I don't find the OM-1 comfortable to hold or reliable when it really counts.

[@j16m02]

@@formermpc10 Different strokes. I prefer the ergonomics of the OM-1 to my A7RV. Also, I live in central California, so gloves are really not a consideration for me.

[@Veterans_for_Harris]

Pentax!

[@nemethmik]

1:28 The problem is that the sizes of m43 cameras are bigger or at least as heavy as full frame cameras. The entire concept of m43 is dead with this.

[@FierceSleepingDog]

Nope

[@tomerweiss4900]

OM1 Is a great machine - i now only on GFX + M43 i throw all my FF gear its useless.

[@formermpc10]

Skip the OM-1, Matti. Unless you want to buy mine, cheap. Barely used, and it's only been sent in for repair once so far!

[@mattisulanto]

I won't be getting the OM-1 any time soon, even a cheap one. Sorry to hear yours has not been the best camera.

[@formermpc10]

​@@mattisulanto The EM1.2 is a much better camera. More reliable and doesn't have the mediocre computational features.

[@soshiucheong]

Hello from Hong Kong 🤗

[@andreazevedo8325]

Hey Matti, hahaha nice video... But what is happening with you there in KL, are you suffering from Robin's fever!!! Just the thought of you saying you could easily sell all your Sony gear to return to MFT!! What! What! Whaaaat... Well enough with that discourse from me, simply because you know I'm just kidding of course, from what I know of you and your photography nowadays ANY brand would be good enough and suit you well, as they are all are extremely high quality. You know how I feel about this, its no secret, for me these new bodies are packed with tech, each brand having its own particular strenghts, if I could I had one of each brand. Having said that my friend... I think an omd em10 or em5, or even an om5, but not the om1 (because you aren't a dedicated macro, landscape or wildlife photographer) would suit you well. You already have glass for it, and those bodies are the cheapest ones. As you enjoy your Ricoh's GR3's for street and everyday photography, I truly enjoy my em10iii and em5iii with the pancake kit lens as well for that. With the advantage of the Olympus/OMDS IBIS, the Live Comp and some other of those Olympus/OMDS strenghts. Hope you enjoyed my creative writing!!! And that I have made you laugh a bit. All the best my friend!!

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for your creative comment once again. Very enjoyable😀

[@nikoforu]

I wouldn't buy an OM-1. No way... ... Because I already bought it and have used it for over a year. Great camera. I also use FF (Nikon Z), it has an obvious edge in IQ, but I much prefer to use the OM-1 overall. Nikon stays with me though, I still use it. Just less so. I also use small GM cameras (GM1 and GM5).

[@blindsouris]

So it seems you survived a sudden GAS attack, no one is immune, but if you feel that parkinson's disease is not far away an OM-1 could give great help...

[@mattisulanto]

I hope you or I never face that.

[@blindsouris]

@@mattisulanto Better to have Alzheimer's than Parkinson's, better to forget an ordered a beer than to spill it... 🙂

[@JohnsClicks]

Really, Matti you shouldn't have ever left M43 and the choice would have been obvious. I also have the 9mm, but I use it on the GH6 and G100. The thing about M43 right now is the used market. I've got so many great deals on M43 lenses it's crazy. If you like lenses, M43 all the way because you can afford them whereas Sony FF is still rather expensive, especially G-Master anything.

[@mattisulanto]

I never left M43, I still have three cameras and some lenses.

[@JohnsClicks]

@@mattisulanto Then, why would you buy the Sony? ...maybe you made a video on that. I'll check because I don't remember.

[@mattisulanto]

@@JohnsClicks I wanted Sony as my main hybrid system (photos and video), because it's better for that. Better for my needs, that is.

[@444montreal]

Easier to switch from Sony to Olympus. Try selling 100-400 Olympus lens. Very little demand after the pandemic .

[@FierceSleepingDog]

I'd buy it

[@hauke3644]

Does the Sony have focus bracketing, so that I can stack it in post? Otherwise the camera would almost be useless for me

[@nightowlnzab]

Nope, only in the A7R V.

[@hauke3644]

@@nightowlnzab Unbelievable... I mean, with the large sensor you have limited possibility for a large depth of field, so focus stacking is a necessity.

[@mattisulanto]

Focus stacking would be very useful for certain macro work, but it's not a must even for all macro. I just saw a fantastic exhibition of insect photos and none of the photos were stacked. I would claim that focus stacking is not even useable for most photography. So, it's a vast exaggeration to say that focus stacking would be a necessity. It may be a necessity for your photography though.

[@hauke3644]

@@mattisulanto Yes, for me it is. I'm not so much in macro photography, but for close-ups or even general pictures I like to control what is in focus and what not. That's easy by opening the aperture somewhat and use focus bracketing. Then I stack them in Affinity Photo and there I decide which shots to use. Easy! I don't do this every day, but not having the opportunity would be a setback.

[@mattisulanto]

@@hauke3644 Whatever works. I'm traditional and use the aperture for that😀

[@jos_t_band3912]

What is the quality of in the in-camera HDR? Same as em1 mark 3?

[@mattisulanto]

I have no idea, because I never tried that. I'm sure google can find you a comparison.

[@jos_t_band3912]

@@mattisulanto I couldn’t find any examples. Thought about getting the OM-1 paired with the 8-25 lens as a back up camera for my real estate photography (fulltime) and a good in-camera hdr is nice to have for interiors depending on the type of house. It is page 162 in the manual. HDR1 should give the most natural results.

[@mattisulanto]

@@jos_t_band3912 Please do a search on Rob Trek's channel. He has many Olympus/OM tutorials: www.youtube.com/@RobTrek/featured

[@vurhd]

Do you have a link to the wrist strap?

[@mattisulanto]

I'm sorry. I gave you wrong info in my first reply. I don't know what strap that is, because it's not my camera.

[@tonprobe]

I've seen all your lense reviews for M43 which had a big influence on my buying decisions, so i would like to see your opinion even on some chinese lenses. But it's just selfish thinking. ;-)

[@mattisulanto]

I have reviewed quite a few Chinese lenses. Please search my channel.

[@momchilyordanov8190]

This 9mm lens is a ghost. In my country, not only it's not available in a single shop, but they never had it. I wonder if it exists outside of KZbin.

[@hauke3644]

Then go for the Laowa 10mm, that’s very good, too

[@momchilyordanov8190]

@@hauke3644 no AF. And 9 is wider ofc.

[@hauke3644]

@@momchilyordanov8190 Who needs AF on a super wide, except for vlogging

[@beholder2012]

I have a solution for you: keep them both.

[@mattisulanto]

The OM-1 is not mine to keep😀

[@ourtvchannel]

The trouble with m43 is perfectly shown when you put the two cameras together and the bodies and lenses were the same size. Game over for M43. There never was any reason for M43 unless it was size. The original concept was all about having a small setup, body and lens. Now Sony have both small bodies and lenses and much bigger sensors. I'd buy a new version of my gx800 if it had phase detect autofocus and no crop on 4k. With my 20mm f1.7 it would be a dream. But until then I'll use my ZVE1 with a F2.8 24mm when I want a pocket high quality camera. Or my A7r v when I want the ultimate quality. There is no "space" left in the market for a large m43 camera body anymore. As you say the Sony e mount gives almost a new great lens every week. I have an a6700 which I put an amazing sigma 18 to 50mm constant f2.8 lens on. What a combination! And the lens is ridiculously small, high quality and cheap! It's over for Panasonic and OM1 in my opinion.

[@mattisulanto]

Thanks for sharing. Yeah, that's the situation. MFT has to be compact to be attractive.

[@FierceSleepingDog]

Not game over. I have Nikon FF and APS-C and I love it. I also have Olympus bodies and lenses and I love them. Same kits with equiv pro f2.8 zooms (14-24,24-70,70-200) packed in backpacks and the Nikon kit is substantially heavier and bulkier than the Olympus. I'm a fan of multiple systems. I have multiple systems. You build kits on what you need for a particular situation. What annoys me are fanboys of a particular brand saying another brand is dead...or it's a game over situation. Very arrogant and myopic.

[@ourtvchannel]

@@FierceSleepingDog "very arrogant and myopic" really? - you do know why OM systems exists? Because Olympus wanted to get rid of the their camera division, why do you think that was? I am not a "fan boy" of anything except wanting the best. Nikon are doing well, much better than I expected, but then they are using a Sony sensor. Canon is still selling the most cameras, almost double Sony but the value of Sony cameras sold in total exceeds Canons sale by 20%. So they sell half Canon's numbers but turnover 1/5 th more money. Clearly people are happy to pay a lot more money for Sony cameras than Canon. Given that they are not fools it must be because they see them as premium products offering the best in class even if the prices are sometimes higher. These are all facts. How you interpret the facts is up to you. At some point the costs of R & D need to paid for and thats when you need to sell large numbers or stagnate, aka OM5. Anyway, I have lots cameras, from Fuji, Panasonic, Canon, Sony and Nikon ( zfc with 28mm f2.8 ) currently my "fun" camera. So I think I do have a reasonable view of what is out there and the benefits of each camera manufacturer.

[@FierceSleepingDog]

@@ourtvchannel Sure, sure...game over...as you say I enjoy shooting with different cameras. I don't make it my habit to trash other brands. You do. I'm at a volleyball game right now shooting with a Nikon full frame. It's doing great in low light. It's a tank and heavy, so it's not great in other applications. You know, folks like you said that Nikon was dead just a few years ago because they were late to the mirrorless market. They went through layoffs and cut back. Then came the Z9 and Z9. Too expensive for me, but great cameras. I'm glad they didn't listen to the "game over" crowd. Looking forward to buying a used OM-1 and working with that. I enjoy using the E-M1iii and the smaller Pens too. Much better for walk around photography. But you know, game over. I guess I should sell them all and buy a Sony full frame or whatever you prognosticators tell me to buy.

[@ourtvchannel]

@@FierceSleepingDog yes I thought Nikon were out of the race a few years ago. I suggested Sony should buy then and use them as a sort of Leica to Panasonic. But instead of buying them they just sold them an expensive sensor to give them an edge and keep them in the game.

[@extremelydave]

If you decide to make the move from the freezer to the frying pan (Finland to Indonesia) permanent will you have to pay some crazy import fees for you camera gear?

[@mattisulanto]

I have no idea what you are talking about😀

[@extremelydave]

@@mattisulanto Are you planning a permanent move to Indonesia from Finland? If you do you might be surprised at the cost of bringing you equipment to that country. Taxes are going to bite your wallet I think....

[@mattisulanto]

I have been to Indonesia once, in 1986, and I have no plans to go there anytime soon.

Why not Panasonic, or pentax.

[@mattisulanto]

Because Pentax does not make hybrid cameras and Panasonic does not offer significant benefits.

[@dieseldavey]

I sold my sony gear for it and that was the sony A7RV.

[@scotboy1297]

My answer: neither, am loving Fujifilm X-T5, lighter weight than Sony, hybrid features, 40 megs,film simulations, and variety of third party lenses, has IBIS, while not on par with OM, but is enough.

[@mattisulanto]

Fujis are lovely and I'm happy for you finding the perfect camera.

[@lurefrenzy6366]

What strap on the OM-1?

[@mattisulanto]

I'm afraid I don't know, because it's not my camera.

[@gainrev]

Samyang does produce lenses for M43, and they're pretty good too!

[@mattisulanto]

They don't have any M43 autofocus lenses in their current line up.

[@andreaxyz3959]

you once said that if you get an Olympus you're not a pro.... had second thought ?

[@mattisulanto]

Please tell me when and where I said that.

[@stehlealexander]

🎉🙌🏻☺️👌🏻

[@zeroken]

I use om-1 more than my Z9.. Great camera

[@formermpc10]

I can't compare the OM-1 to your Sony but I don't think the OM-1 is as good as the EM1.2 or EM1.3. My next camera won't be m43, that's for certain.

[@zeroken]

@@formermpc10 I don't use Sony ..........

[@godsinbox]

I would NOT say Olympus video AF is adequate without testing it. it is YOUR reputation you tarnish. And just so you know, om-1 video is terrible. Just look at the last 3 firmware releases and see why they were issued. you get 1.5 seconds in focus before it mysteriously racks focus to blur and never recovers. AI is just total marketing BS in the camera. olympus IBIS advantage has been eroded with other brands catching up. I had to check yesterday if IS was still switched on because it was not exemplary compared to the last fuji I shot with.

[@mattisulanto]

I said the AF would PROBABLY be adequate for video. I did NOT say it IS adequate.

[@dokugohikken8769]

Sony lenses are by far the most expensive compared with Canon or Nikon or .... but, yes, you are right, you can buy Sigma lenses for Sony cameras.

[@mattisulanto]

Maybe that is the case in your region, but where I live Sony is not any more expensive than Canon or Nikon if I compare similar lenses. The only main difference is that for Sony I have so many options.

[@dokugohikken8769]

@@mattisulanto Oh, I did not know that. I live in Japan. Then there may be some countries where relative prices of Nikon or Canon ... lenses may be more expensive than the relative prices in Japan ... Hmmmm. Interesting. Thank you for your response. And thank you so much for your informative video, as usual!!!

[@mrlau630]

but you're not loyal to a brand?!?! you shoot with lumix, fuji, sony, ricoh, etc🤣🤣

[@mattisulanto]

I know, I have a problem😀

[@photosbymichelperez8297]

Tittle is purely clickbait. Regardless each system has its strengths. In my end OM-1 has the upper hand

[@d30gaijin]

Does it have to be either or? Why not keep both systems and use their strengths where needed. That's what I have done. I have Sony and Micro 4/3rds gear with no plans to give up either.

[@mattisulanto]

The OM-1 is not mine to keep as I mention in the video😀

[@d30gaijin]

@@mattisulanto Then I guess the video title is a bit misleading.

[@mattisulanto]

​@@d30gaijinCould you explain why you think the title is misleading?

[@d30gaijin]

@@mattisulanto The title is: "Is OM-1 My Next Camera?" And now you're saying it's not? I don't know what the heck you are saying.

[@mattisulanto]

@@d30gaijin I was asking if the OM-1 is my next camera. Then I was talking about it and answering my own question. The answer was that the OM-1 is not my next camera. Do you now understand? It's not super complicated.

[@GeorgeStar]

The OM-1 is bigger, heavier and costs more than the A7C. How does this make any sense?

[@TITAOSTEIN]

Because it is much much better! The FoolFrame hype can not change that!

[@GeorgeStar]

@@TITAOSTEIN In what way?

[@TITAOSTEIN]

@@GeorgeStar in Every aspect except absolute iQ, DR and AF for video.

[@fellowcitizen]

S5IIx -- best of both worlds, you know you want it!🦘

[@mattisulanto]

Go for it!😀

[@kevinharding9361]

Seems like the new Panasonic G9ii would be a better fit for you - especially for the fantastic video options and stabilisation with ANY lens.