Firmware Update - [How to update Olympus cameras]

[@peternguyen5385]

You are so helpful. I just bought a limited edition omd em1 mark ii silver body for $950 USD with 292 shutters counts. I am so excited. Thank so much.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Fantastic!

[@geoffpople5111]

Thanks!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you.

[@MrFirstdance2000]

Just purchased a new Olympus camera and your video, no matter what time of the year, etc..is such a valuable item, Peter. Thank you for doing so!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Great to hear!

[@louismanna5147]

Greetings from southern Indiana, USA! You do make it look simple. I'm going to bookmark this video to look at on 2 Jan 2021. I've heard it is best to make sure the update is without problems. So waiting a month should not be that much of a problem. The camera still works fine right now. (And most of the birds have gone south for the winter!)

[@ForsgardPeter]

That is true. It would not be the first time a manufacturer needs to make a bug fix to a new firmware.

[@adrianland]

" Hi " Peter from Finland... Many thanks for your job. Just updated my E-M1 Mk II now : OK. And I forgot to updated my ZUIKO 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO !!! That's right now !!! 😉👍 A.L from South of France

[@ridealongwithrandy]

So excited for this update on my "X", however, been without power to my apartment due to high winds for 3 days now in southern California. DOH!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Oh no. Hope you get the power back soon!

[@ridealongwithrandy]

@@ForsgardPeter Just got the power back last night :) I then uploaded the new firmware to my EM1X's, now just need to find some birds :)

[@niner8275]

If "use original cable" and "connect as 'Storage'" was mentioned in the software, I wouldn't be here! So that little bit of extra text would be a huge usability improvement for the Olympus Workspace. In German, it says to connect via "a USB cable" (no mention about using the original one which has some special interference suppression). This was the culprit for me - also there are like 6 ways to connect the camera so you're kind of at a loss which one to use. But luckily, there are Olympus KZbinrs to get help 😊 Thank you!

[@richardpriestley477]

Thank you for a very practical step by step approach to this rather mysterious process !

[@ForsgardPeter]

You're very welcome!

[@Rangewriter]

Thanks a lot, Peter. This worked and I am now 'updated'.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad it helped!

[@bigmaklol]

Thank you, Peter! It was very useful!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad to hear that!

[@geoffpople5111]

Thanks Peter, very helpful video as are your regular videos, Bye for Now!

[@ForsgardPeter]

You are welcome and Thank You.

[@micahgin]

I had issues when updating my EM-1X. I had to remove the memory cards (256GB Lexar) from my camera before the camera updater would connect to it. I was using the included cable and the latest Workspace version.

[@petersmitham8273]

Just got the bird detection today on my EM-1X. .... looking forward to giving the local bird life a few portraits!....

[@ForsgardPeter]

Hope they are willing to pose!

[@pratikdasgupta]

Thank you so much. Very comprehensive and easy to follow.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad it was helpful!

[@peternguyen5385]

Thanks Peter

[@ForsgardPeter]

You are welcome.

[@southernshutterbug1436]

My experience of the latest firmware update is not good. We updated one of our studio E-M1 ii bodies with the latest firmware and then compared the "improved video stabiliser" to the non-upgraded body. We found the non-upgraded body to be far smoother when walking and in most situations where we use the bodies handheld! Even an older original E-M1 body was better. It seems the adjustment to the panning movement has resulted in the system picking up walking yaw movement as a pan and just "letting go" resulting in jumps to the left and right when you are not panning. Based on this, we will not be updating the firmware on the M1X and M1.3 bodies nor the second M1.2 body until such time as this issue is resolved to our satisfaction.

[@h0ll1s]

Thanks for sharing this, I didn't even realise that my EM1mkII was on version 3.0! now up to 3.4! Thanks heaps :D

[@albertocugat9689]

It is also convenient to use a UPS for the computer (tower PC) and the router, especially in areas with unforeseen power outages.

[@LordMaxJa]

I just updated to the latest firmware in my E-M5 mk III. Everything went well, camera works perfectly but wi-fi/bluetooth stopped working. When I turn on wi-fi and try to connect to the OI Share app, scan the qr code, start the setup, the app waits for bluetooth connection and after a minute it disconnects saying it cannot find the camera. Odd thing is, when i turn on wi-fi, i cannot see it in my local networks either, tried it on 2 Android devices and also on an iphone. Nothing worked. I tried factory resetting the camera, resetting the network settings on all my devices, and also fresh instal of OI Share app on each device. The issue is still there. This firmware bricked the wi-fi module on my E-M5 MK III and cannot connect it anymore. I'm curoius if any other E-M5 MK III owners have this issue.

[@k6usy]

US support was able to replicate the issue on one of their test units.

[@LordMaxJa]

@@k6usy Great! Maybe they can solve it fast now that they are aware.

[@k6usy]

@@LordMaxJa I could see it taking a few weeks at least for them to validate a fix going to stay on v1.2 for now

[@ForsgardPeter]

I hope they fix that quickly if that is a bug.

[@LordMaxJa]

@@ForsgardPeter they already retracted the 1.3 fw for e-m5 mk iii from the website, due to this bug.

[@Rafaga777]

Thanks a lot for this handy set up tutorial. Much appreciated...

[@mark1hancock]

Thanks Peter, camera now updated. The lens don't appear to be updated as frequently? I can't remember updating my 12-40mm yet it has the latest 1.3.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, lenses do not get updates that frequently.

[@wickie4801]

Important - helpful - thanks! Like black bread - it's needful but most doesn't do something like that in videos. Fine that you do.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@marklaurendet1861]

Interesting it can be done with the phone app, But think I will use a cable from a PC. Just don't trust a camera to phone connection, as I dont know what happens if the phone connection is lost. iPhones have been known to drop connections

[@ForsgardPeter]

I did not have any problems, but I understand and using a PC and a cable is safer.

[@pg9542]

agree. It is most stable connection.

[@LouisDallara]

Thanks and I find using the MF over rides makes my pictures better. I use it more often than not.

[@chetanunindracusin664]

Very well you are on tome great peter

[@evilgeniusentertainment]

Peter, great video as usual. Tried doing the update, but don't have the original USB cord that came with camera. As you suggested, it didn't work. Do you have a link for the original cord? Thanks and merry (almost) Christmas!

[@ForsgardPeter]

What camera you have? There are several different cables. Check out the local Olympus web store and see if they have it.

[@PhillipMcCallum]

5hankyou a easy to follow 3ducational video

[@bellasvistas3463]

I just updated my OMD EM1 MK 2 right along with you! Thanks for a fun interval.. What will I see differently now? Thanks

[@ForsgardPeter]

Not really that much, better stability in video and support for new lenses in focus stacking.

[@tommcleish3541]

Hi, I was updating the latest firmware to my o-m1x unfortunately the battery power failed at stage where it says to switch off and restart. Now the camera wont switch on. any thoughts?

[@AdamFavre]

Looks like you bricked it. Only solution I have read is to send it in for service.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Did you try to charge your battery and turn on the camera? If it does not help, then I am afraid that you need to send it for repair.

[@tommcleish3541]

Yes I switched off the camera to put in a new battery. I have been in touch Olympus in the uk. So an expensive senior moment.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Ou no, I hope you can get it fixed soon!

[@brianmurray8287]

Any updates of Firmware should be done when the battery is fully charged 🙂

[@krashdown5814]

Having reached retirement age in The Blue Mountains West of Sydney, I am retiring my Tree-Lopping gear too, I intend getting serious about my love for everything Olympus. I bought a Zhiyun Weebill 2 pro+ Gimbal, have many lenses from collecting kits on eBay, including many of the 4/3 series with an adaptor. I also kitted out both Sons, and swapping around lenses is always an option. I am now prepared to upgrade from my silver EM1, my EM5 will be my spare with different lens options. The Mk-ii & Mk-iii are both known as compatible with my gimbal, I suspect the EM1-X will be too. I plan on mounting my 12-40 f-2.8 pro on whichever upgrade I choose, money is not a main issue, but as always I am careful when I buy. Any thoughts Peter ? I follow your channel enthusiastically; your efforts are much appreciated thankyou. 🙃🏁

[@ForsgardPeter]

I would go with E-M1 MKIII. Thanks.

[@diegoabw]

Dear Peter, do you know why there are not update options for the F4, 12-45mm lens?

[@ForsgardPeter]

I guess it does not need an upgrade.

[@naturallybob]

My 300mm f/4 pro lens got bricked during update process. The EM1 II was updated but during the llens firmware updating, the software did not detect the camera and lens for a long time hence I tried to reset the process. It caused the lens to be inoperable. Such a hassle and stress for a brand where you're paying thousands of dollars.

[@johanvisser6615]

Daar Peter, very helpful, I just update the firmware (from 1.1 to 1.4) of my OM D E-M10 II. Unfortunatelty all the settiings were gone. Language on English instead of Dutch, copyright info gone etc. So I went back to your tips for best settings.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Unfortunately some of the firmware updates will reset everything. I always try to remember to store my settings before updating.

[@tomshay8299]

I had a problem getting my OM1 to connect to my new Pixel 8. If you are using OIShare, this is my fix. In the initial connection between the two devices, I'd go through the "Easy Setup", scanning the ORCode in EasySetup. It would establish the BlueTooth Connection but in the second step to connect via WIFI it would fail. The work around was to go to the Camera... Menu to the WRENCH, page 4. Down to the "Little Phone Icon -Settings" and change the Connection Security from WPA2/WPA3 to WPA2. The Pixel 8 and the camera then hooked up like "Two Old Bud" meeting for a cold beer!

[@SteveHirsch-f2l]

Hello Peter. When I connected to a PC via USB cable, my OM-D E-1 Mark II used to show the menu you have in this video, and I would use the Storage option and go to OM Workspace (current version. Used to use the old Olympus updater software years ago.) However, now when I plug the camera into multiple Win 10 and 11 computers, I do not get that screen. I get "One Moment" then a black screen. On my PC I get the E-M1Mark II showing, but not the SD cards. It appears the PC does not recognize the camera as a storage device necessary for firmware upgrades, etc. Besides original Olympus cable, I also tried other USB cables, same result. There must be some camera setting I cannot find that upon USB connection will show the menu you have in your video. It appears to be something about the USB Connect option on the camera. Thanking you in advance for your help.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Have you tried to boot the computer and taken out the battery from the camera. Check also the menu system and see what the options are for USB-connection.

[@robfj3414]

Hi Peter. Just in case you get inquiries about this issue, the new Apple Macs running the M1 chip are not compatible with Olympus software yet and updates aren't possible at this time. I spoke to Olympus USA today. They are aware it's a big problem and are working on a software fix. Fortunately, as you mentioned, the E-M1 can be updated through the O.I. Share app so that's a bonus!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks for the info.

[@k6usy]

Do not install v1.3 for the E-M5III it breaks BT/WiFi and I had to use the SD card method to go back to v1.2. I have contacted Olympus support so hopefully they can fix the new firmware soon.

[@k6usy]

US support was able to replicate the issue on one of their test units. No idea how long it will take them to issue an updated firmware. For now everyone with an E-M5III should stay on v1.2.

[@michaelshorts9436]

Crap. I never should have updated my firmware.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Just got info that a fix is in the making.

[@k6usy]

@@ForsgardPeter I’m going to assume that the fix will be v1.4 and v1.3 will never be seen again. Thanks for the update! Today turned into a “fun” day setting up my camera again from scratch, this time I documented all my changes so if I need to do this again it won’t take as long. The E-M5III really needs to have the settings backup feature.

[@michaelshorts9436]

@@ForsgardPeter I like your videos, but this one really steered me wrong.

[@rogerhance5883]

I have the Olympus updater installed on my PC but not the Olympus workspace. Do I need to have the Workspace installed or can I update directly from the updater ?

[@ForsgardPeter]

I think you can. Have you tried?

[@philipchesleyiii]

Where can you buy the USB12 cable. It's not on the accessory's page. Bought the EM5 Mark III from Keh, with no cable. Camera is still on stock 1.0 firmware.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Isn't is a standard micro-USB. I think you can use any micro-USB cord.

[@philipchesleyiii]

@@ForsgardPeter tried that. PC didn't recognize it was being connected

[@LetoAtreidis]

This is least to say frustrating, I tried updating the firmware on 2 different computers on two separate days and I cannnot get the Olympus Workspace to connect to the server. Is this already dead? I am starting to regred my purchasing decision - this software looks awfully outdated and the company seems to be on a downward spiral.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Do you have the Digital Olympus Camera Updater installed?

[@LetoAtreidis]

@@ForsgardPeter i managed to diagnose the problem, workspace wouldn't connect throught my WiFi for some reason, but it connected fine through phone tethering. The updater is included in the workspace nowadays. Thanks for replying!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad that you were able to fix the problem.

[@charlesbooker5140]

In the video thumb nail what is the attachment on the bottom of the EM-1.3

[@ForsgardPeter]

It is a special plate that is Arca-Swiss compatible. I never forget the tripod plate when I go out and film my videos. Got a few years ago from eBay and unfortunately I have no idea what the brand is.

[@Sophie-if5oc]

do you know how to manually control video settings in olympus cameras,?

[@eventsvdeographytelceanmihai]

I have Panasonic GH5 and M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 8mm F1.8 Fisheye PRO I did exactly as you did and it shows me this error: Unable to detect the camera. Chech if the camera is correctly connected to the PC!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Unfortunately cannot say how it works on Panasonic cameras.

[@eventsvdeographytelceanmihai]

@@ForsgardPeter Just help me brother 😭

[@ChrisFlores22]

how do I check or update my olympus lenses if I only panasonic bodies? I have the oly 17 1.2--Oly 12-40 2.8--Oly 40-150 2.8 and use a gh6 & g9ii. Thanks!

[@ForsgardPeter]

I am not really suru. The update does not have an option for updating lenses? It works the other way around, at least on some lenses.

[@josesaura2216]

Hi Peter, congratulation for your videos!! I’m trying upgrating the lumix 35-100 2.8 but I can’t do it with the Olympus software; do you know how can do it? Thanks

[@ForsgardPeter]

If Olympus has an update for it then it should go with the way I showed in the video. If it something that Panasonic has issued then I cannot help.

[@flamedad2658]

Don't have the original cable for my E-M1 Mark II, and neither Olympus nor any of the dealers here have it. Are there any non-Olympus brands that will work?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Have you tried to get one from Olympus Shop?

[@brian242]

To update the lens I would guess they would need to be mounted while updating. Does this need to be done for all lens

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes.

[@ghotinggoad]

May I know if the EM1X finally have the newer face eye af system from the em1iii? The one where it detects multiple faces and you select the faces using the joystick.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Unfortunately no.

[@ghotinggoad]

@@ForsgardPeter :( thanks for the reply tho!

[@freitachx24]

Olympus Workspace (newest version) can't find my connected E-M5 Mark iii. Used different USB cables, USB Ports, but nothing is working, any ideas?

[@ForsgardPeter]

You have all the latest software and drivers?

[@Tsagos]

May I ask why 10 series dosnt get any love from olympus from quite some time now? I'm feeling left out...

[@ForsgardPeter]

I know they should do something. Unfortunately they have not.

[@TheMiracleXchannel]

Sir, I got a question about Olympus OMD M5 Mark III... Why is it that every time I update the firmware, I get an error "cannot connect to server".. Device was purchased in Belgium, and I am here now in the Philippines, Hope you can guide me

[@ForsgardPeter]

It is very hard to say. it can be the connection, the cord or the computer. Sorry cannot really help with this problem.

[@TheMiracleXchannel]

@@ForsgardPeter I see. The connection and cord are okay. I already checked those a dozen times... I was checking if there might be any workaround or manual patch but I couldn't find one.

[@TheMiracleXchannel]

@@ForsgardPeter That's okay... Your response is most appreciated. Cheers :)

[@YannisSinadinos]

How is it possible to update my EM1.3 with oi share since the wifi is connected to the camera and there is no connection to the internet?

[@ForsgardPeter]

It should use the cellular data?

[@YannisSinadinos]

There is an issue in Android as when connected to a wifi the cellular data are not working. I saw in your video you are using iPhone. Thanks for replying

[@Swaggerlot]

Always seem to have a problem updating with Windows; good news is that it always seem OK on the Mac. EDIT: Same problem again on Windoze, update identifies the camera and lens, downloads and then when it starts to install says cannot find camera. Worked fine on the MacBook and quicker.

[@6guns4hire]

The new app is called OM Image Share and when I click Camera Management it doesn't show firmware or a way to update firmware. Any ideas? BTW, thanks for this video. I was able to update my EM5.3 by using the computer. I don't have a cable to plug my OM10.2 into the computer so I'm trying to use the app.

[@ForsgardPeter]

E-M10 Mark II is not compatible for upgrading firmware via OM Image Share. The only way is to use a computer.

[@6guns4hire]

@@ForsgardPeter thanks, I'll go looking for a cable!

[@aco2518]

Wanted to see if I could update my old camera. I got Olympus Workspace up and running fine, but hitting the upgrade camera button does nothing. It just minimizes the program and then opens it again. nothing new pops up. Reinstalled it many times, nothing. I think this program is officially broken.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Very hard to say what the problem is. Could be the software or something in your computer.

[@mr.larkin9737]

Big thanks!!!!!!!!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad it helped!

[@hendrikjbboss9973]

Hi Peter, I'm really in a problem situation. I'm using the OM Workspace software to try and update my E-M1 from 4.1 to 4.6 but constantly receive a "server connection error". I've been led to believe that one can download the firmware and update via SD CARD. Please help me.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Do you have the latest version of the software? You also have the camera updater installed?

[@astanisystems]

Same here. "Failed to communicate with the server. (0x80041022). SD card is removed, and I'm using original cable. Battery 100% charged. Connection is good. Internet good.

[@myraposner486]

Do you turn the camera on with its switch or does the cable do that?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Switch when it asks you to turn it off.

[@myraposner486]

Thanks, Peter, but : When do you turn the switch on to start? Before you cable it to the computer? Where can I find these details?

[@myraposner486]

I got it done! The software explained everything. Thank you!

[@ednygard3408]

Trying to update 3.3 to 3..4 on E-M1ii via Olympus Digital Camera Updater. Click Storage, "One Moment" on camera screen persists. No further action. 100% camera battery charge and laptop plugged in. Using original Olympus USB cable. Any suggestions?

[@ForsgardPeter]

It is hard to say, but it can be that computer blocks the connection for safety reasons. Have you firewall and/or virus protection on? Other access authorization can also be an issue, Unfortunately cannot help with computers.

[@stevennonyaredzone2003]

I downloaded the app but i do not have an update firmware button, i connected the camera to my phone, my camera is registered with the company but i have nothing please help if you can

[@ForsgardPeter]

Press the gear button in the top right corner, the camera management > Update firmware. If your camera has the ability to update firmware via the app it should go quite easy.

[@stevennonyaredzone2003]

​@ForsgardPeter thank you for the help. I guess my camera doesn't support getting updated via the app. Happly I found a usb 3.0 that would complete the update.

[@xleguill]

Hi, I bought a second hand E-M1 mk II without the original USB cable. Do you know if the firmware upgrade can be done with any USB-C to USB-A cable? Doesn't seem to work on my side :(

[@ForsgardPeter]

I have used third party cables. It seems to depend on the cable, some work and some do not.

[@xleguill]

@@ForsgardPeter Thanks a lot :)

[@softtubefun]

I have had problems with cables too. Even sent my EM1 mk3 back to OM. They couldn't explain why it wouldn't work on usb C with my MacBook as they didn't have one. Also they were not able to tell me how to actually Id the correct OM cable that I had mixed up with all my other cables. OM need to get his sorted :(

[@ForsgardPeter]

Sorry to hear that. I know there are sometimes some problems with USB-cables. I hope you can sort it out and get your firmware updated.

[@softtubefun]

@@ForsgardPeter Hi Peter thanks for your response. I have been able to update the firmware. I just had to use the OM usb cable plugged into an adapter as new MacBooks only have usb C ports which obviously don't fit the OM usb A lead. If you can feed that back it would be great. I tried with customer services but they just stated they didn't have any MacBooks :(

[@DavidCrooksPhotos]

When I attach the cable that was in the box for my EM1 Mark III to my camera and PC, I just get One Moment on the back of the screen... Any ideas to get past that?

[@pg9542]

Have your computer recognized the camera before? could be a issue of access authorization.

[@ForsgardPeter]

It could the access authorization as P G wrote.

[@DavidCrooksPhotos]

@@pg9542 No, How do I give it authorization?

[@softtubefun]

I was getting this, turns out I was allegedly using the wrong cable. Worked my way through the box till I found the one that actually came from OM.

[@huyhuynh9523]

Hello Peter. I have all sort of problem with updating my EM1.2 using Olympus Workspace. I tried to use IO.Share on iOS but there is not an option to update firmware on my version of IO.Share. What version of IO.Share you are using?

[@ForsgardPeter]

OI.Share update only works with E-M1 MKIII. What problems did you have?

[@huyhuynh9523]

@@ForsgardPeter Thank you Peter for your response. I am travelling and thus didn't have the correct cable for Olympus Workspace to work properly. I have just found the right cable and Olympus Workspace works just like a charm.

[@EurekaKidsSchool]

Hi everyone and thanks for the video, Peter! I’m curious if I am the only one with the following issue. I downloaded this on my EM1 iii, (no issues), my camera confirms the firmware was updated, BUT I cannot see the focus indicator during manual focusing. Is there something else I need to do to activate it? I’ve attempted to look through the menus, but of course it’s so easy to miss stuff there....

[@ForsgardPeter]

You need to turn it on from the menu, Custom menu A4 > MF Assist > Focus Indicator > On

[@EurekaKidsSchool]

Thanks Peter! Perfect - I really appreciate your help :)

[@catherinetremerryn]

Hi Peter my Ollympus OMDE M1 3 has arrived but unfortunately my Mac has different usb to the camera. I have tried updating firmware via WiFi but do not get an option for updating like your shows. I am using iPhone XS Max. Pls can you help,?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Do you have the latest version of OI.Share? It is the 4.5.0.

[@WhatTheHeckOffiziell]

Danke.

[@TopGarageTV]

Avoid updating firmware late at night when you are tired. If you unhook your camera before you’re supposed to, the circuit board ceases to exist. Just a $430 repair. Sharing this story for a friend.

[@WhoIsSerafin]

Ouch!

[@petersmitham8273]

Bugger!....

[@TopGarageTV]

@@johnG-x8l I get your point. But Oly does warn you to wait for a certain screen to come up before unhooking.. which I didn’t do. After I did that the camera didn’t power up.

[@manojghale1964]

I couldn't find firmware update option in my app OM.SHARE

[@ForsgardPeter]

You have the latest version?

[@manojghale1964]

@@ForsgardPeter yes , I updated it.

[@manojghale1964]

@@ForsgardPeter yes, it is 1.0.1 version and I am using android 10.

[@sarahswan2386]

I presume this update doesn't include the Em 10ii ?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Unfortunately no.

[@1955mlynch]

Still doesn't work with an M1 chip machine. I get caught up in a security loop. UPDATE: I was able to finally get it to work on my EM1 mark II. The cable that came with the camera must be plugged into a hub that supports the older and slower USB protocol.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Interesting. Thanks for the info.

[@romainprovost7164]

How to know and how to update the firmware of an optical?

[@ForsgardPeter]

You can see it fro the same window you see the camera firmware. Just press the lens from there. It goes the same way.

[@yac1066]

Too bad that Olympus did not take advantage of updating their software for the em5markIII so that we can save the personalized settings on our computers as is the case for the om5II, om1II etc ...

[@ForsgardPeter]

I agree. I think it should be included. E-M5 MKIII is not an entry level camera.

[@k6usy]

This pissed me off when the upload wiped out my camera and broke BT/WiFi. Had to go back to v1.2. And now I get to setup my camera all over again.

[@wallystellmacher6794]

Not very consumer friendly just to update the firmware by using a huge photo editing program of the size of Lightroom. And remember you need to use the original usb cable to do so.

[@crystalchee]

My mobile app did not show "Update Firmware" in the Camera Management. Does anyone encounter this?

[@ForsgardPeter]

There is a bug in the app and OM-1 firmware update does not show. I think hey are fixing it.

[@crystalchee]

@@ForsgardPeter I managed to update my firmware, sadly OMD EM5 M3 doesn't have the bird tracking function.

[@johanankarback6821]

Seems lika everyone is doing this today. :) Tried to update eralier but couldn't connect to the update service...

[@ForsgardPeter]

Really? Could be an over load on the servers.

[@johanankarback6821]

@@ForsgardPeter Yep! :) Tried some hours later and now it worked fine. Should be fun testing the new features.

[@miriamwagner188]

I just tried this and in the US v1.2 is still the latest firmware available for the EM-5 Mark III.

[@jeffmisener2950]

They took down the newest one because there were problems with the new EM-5 MIII firmware.

[@cmartin_ok]

Updating through Olympus Workspace is surely the easiest of any manufacturer. No need to download a ZIP file, expand it, copy it to a memory card etc etc.. the software does everything for you through just a USB lead connection to the camera.

[@chrisbaudeg3233]

Yes.... if it works via Workspace ... but for some it does not.... and Oly/OM has no fix except via SD by their tech support! Which requires a visit to Oly or wait for a store support day.

[@kwp1001]

Is there anything worse than Olympus software? I have constant problems connecting my camera to my computers.... still not working..... I’m so glad I kept all my canon gear......it works flawlessly every time....

[@ForsgardPeter]

Sorry to hear hat you have problems. It is very hard to say ehat the problem is. There are so many different variations of computers and the components. Then there is the possibility that there is something wrong with the connection.

[@kwp1001]

@@ForsgardPeter I got a variety of error messages.... I finally got it, after fighting with it for over 6 hours on three different computers.......absolutely amazing..... couldn’t get it on my Macs, after several hours I did get it on one of my windows machines.....

[@chrisbaudeg3233]

Cannot update my OM-D EM-1.2 This has to be the WORSE update procedure. Why not just place the firmware bin file on the SD card like Nikon or Panasonic.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Where does it stop or does it start at all?

[@alfredo6083]

Too late for me! I have the same wi-fi/bluetooth connection issues after upgrading to 1.3 in E-M5 MK III

[@ForsgardPeter]

Sorry to hear that, fix is on its way. Hope it is available soon.

[@theblackandwhitefilmproject]

Word of warning. I took your advice and updated the Lumix 12-32 lens I have on my OM-D Mark 2 and the lens fried. Black screen. Dead. I should have left it alone.

[@ForsgardPeter]

That sounds terrible. What Olympus body did you have it on?

[@theblackandwhitefilmproject]

@@ForsgardPeter OM-D EM10-Mark 2

[@theblackandwhitefilmproject]

Both the computer and Camera batteries were fully charged.

[@theblackandwhitefilmproject]

Happy update. Panasonic replaced the lens free of charge. I won't be updating it just in case. All good.

[@theblackandwhitefilmproject]

Happy update. Panasonic replaced the lens free of charge. I won't be updating it just in case. All good.

[@hichemgym2139]

I have SZ-31MR

[@libork8106]

Peter, This is not your problem , but why do you need to keep clicking so many times in order to complete the update ??? This doesn't look like a friendly update. ???? I don't care about birds , so I rather skip this update , ... better then messing up my cameras. I don't get it ?? Why Olympus can't make it easy for the users like other brands do ??? Copy the update file on SD card, put it in the camera, and auto detect will start the process and you simply press GO ... , and in a few minutes all is done ????

[@ForsgardPeter]

I agree that an update from a SD-card would be a better way.

[@johanfjellstrom1913]

Your videos would be better if you rehearsed what to say before turning the camera on.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Sometimes there is more time to go over the script before hitting the record button. Sometimes there is not. Language is also one big issue. English is my third language so it takes a lot concentration to get the right things to say. I totally see your point and I am trying.

[@AdamFavre]

Funny how this is such a problem for so many. I use the cable. I connect the software. I follow the directions. Have applied multiple updates to multiple Olympus cameras over multiple years. SD card copy routine another viewer mentioned for another brand seems no easier or harder, it is just what people are used to. Fully charged battery, follow the steps. Of your camera is working fine and you don't need the update, then skip if you wish. Kind of like sensor cleanings in regard to the mystery and fear that seems to surround this task. 🤔

[@brenthargreaves7085]

The trouble is if it goes wrong you brick the camera? Fear is a thing!

[@chrisbaudeg3233]

The SD card method is safer. No need to worry about Internet or computer connect failures. Also easier when on the road. I'm not impressed with the Workspace method.. The Tech Service uses an SD card when updating. Does that tell you anything?

[@tudorp2610]

Hi Peter! Have you noticed any problem with video stabilization on mk2? Look here kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ_MmJ6wh9R5gdU

[@kevinlowe7552]

ya know,, these video's are so freaking frustrating,,, let's just leave out the part about how to connect the ipad to the camera,, because it won't,, because it's connected to the wifi, so how is it suppposed to update without internet.

[@ForsgardPeter]

If the iPad has a sim card it works.

[@kevinlowe7552]

@@ForsgardPeter no, it really doesn't, i tried it with my iphone as well. other issues come up going that route,, i'm just saying,

[@kevinlowe7552]

@@ForsgardPeter and maybe you should mention that in video (sim card), cause i spent like an hour trying to update it with my ipad io.share. till i tried it with my phone,, and then it came up with some other problems.