Olympus E-M1 MKIII - My FIRST Impression!

[@wickie4801]

Dear Peter, I would like to thank you for all the great Olympus videos. I now own a 1 Mark III - being very satisfied. Withot your videos I haven`t buy it. You`ve conveyd the quality and fun of Olympus cameras very well. You`re a - in best sense -"normal guy" saying Pros & Cons = always telling truth. That´s great and make your videos reliable.THANK YOU...for all this!!!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you very much!

[@DamianBrown]

Looking forward to testing this out, should be fun! Thanks for sharing Peter. Kiitos

[@ForsgardPeter]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@arekwojnicki370]

Hi Peter! I'm Polish. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with Olympus gear. Personally, I've been using Canon for almost 20 years and I'm very pleased. However, as the years went by, I became more comfortable and I do not intend to carry this huge amount of iron. Thanks to you I became interested in Olympus. On February 25, I have an appointment with Olympus Polska for advice and purchase. Best wishes.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. Sounds good. Remember to say that it was my channel that got you interested in Olympus. ;)

[@arekwojnicki370]

@@ForsgardPeter Smile and have a good day. I just bought 5/3 Regards

[@oneeyedphotographer]

12:06 That's in my Panasonic G9. When I checked it out, I drew a jagged x-shaped focus point area with my finger. Haven't yet seen anyone comment on the touch screen.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Interesting.

[@mattisulanto]

That feature is on almost every Lumix, even on the basic GX880.

[@hrm5546]

When you uploaded the E-M5 III video last fall, Japan was hit by a powerful typhoon. I couldn't go out from my house and spent time watching your video. This time when you uploaded the E-M1 III video, Japan is under threat of deadly coronavirus. I avoid go out from my house and I am spending time watching your video again. The humor of your video always makes me laugh and it ease my mind. Thank you very much.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I am glad that you are watching, but sorry to hear about the trouble. I am afraid what happens next time when a new Olympus is launched! Maybe it something good? Lets hope so!

[@tomd4260]

Unfortunately the em5mkii is a cheap plastic camera the mkii is better

[@mattisulanto]

Very good first impressions video of an interesting camera.

[@robinwong]

Of course, Olympus cameras are always interesting.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@paulsumner8519]

@@ForsgardPeter Ha ha, good to see you 3 agreeing. It'll be good to see you back together with other M4/3 info. providers again.

[@kendallkyle585]

I always enjoy your videos. They are well thought out and informative! And if it's any comfort to you...I've live in the United States all my life and I still struggle with the English language. So really...you're doing awesome! Keep up the good work.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@peperodriguezcordon5239]

I agree Peter, a new sensor is needed

[@Serenoj69]

I disagree. Nice to have, sure. Necessary: not. In 3,5 yrs any failed shot with my Em1.2 was my error and never the cam. The IQ is great and in single shot mode holds up very well against the D800E which I can and have compared it to. One situation: low light action. APS-c is barely better, look at the objective tests and has not gained anything in 5 whole years. But FF will get you sharp shots where subjects will be blurred on the Em1.2 I use the 56 mm Simga f1.4 for this, but of course it is limited vs a 70-200 F2.8 Nikon lens. Less versatile. For many shots I take the Hires tripod mode is good, the 50 MP handheld might be better. But I have never seen a direct comparison. From what I saw the IQ gain seems to be less than with the 80 Mp version. But it is there What to me is a far more glaring omission are both screens. EVF needs to be 3,7 MP or 5,7 but I understand this is a problem for the refresh rate. I do think 3,7 MP with 120 Hz should have been possible and used. Another problem to me is the batterylife. On one hand it gets me a long way but not as long even as my GH4 but surely I am comparing to the Sony A7-3 which gets us 50% more batterylife. And that is about it.

[@erichnk]

WHY? Every objective-looking test and user-report that I've seen confirms that it';s a non issue in 95-98% of shooting and even Olympus itself advises that, if you really need more for very dark or very, very large prints, you're better off to go to "FF". As their Canadian sales director, who is quite technically, savvy explained at the EM1x release, designing, specifying, testing and integrating a new sensor is a long and complicated process for a shared Olympus team that involves 15-20 top level engineers and techno;ogists. With overall camera sales steadily declining, it hardly seems a wise allocation of resources.

[@MrHasherd]

Thanks Peter. I’ve now watched three videos on this camera. Yours is the most comprehensive and relevant. I plan to stick with the mark 2 for my bird photography.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you.

[@omnymisa]

Now that you say you want a new sensor would you rather prioritize: Resolution Boosted Dynamic Range performance Or Boosted ISO performance ?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Dynamic range to say short.

[@omnymisa]

​@@ForsgardPeter if they jump to 24mpx it will be immediately in the same resolution territory of the Sony a6600 and all of it's brothers, it may be hard to beat at DR and ISO performance for example as it would undoubtedly bring the comparison up quicker than ever before, would you be OK if Oly maintains the 20pmx with improve DR? i personally would be OK if they keep inside 20pmx with a new improve sensor that handle ISO better and provide wider DR, but also 22mpx would do it, for me.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I am happy with the 20MPix, but a bit better DR in high ISO would be great.

[@robb8773]

They also eliminated the ART and iAUTO settings on the mode dial in place for B and another Custom position. So not that I use the iAUTO mode but does this mean there is no automatic mode or would the P mode be used in its place?

[@ForsgardPeter]

ART-modes can be used as Picture Modes, but iAUTO is gone.

[@MichaelHeinrich1]

Hello Peter and thanks for the video. I never considered buying a new camera, because I am very happy with my old e-m1. I love looking in the staggered face of a full frame camera owner when he see's pictures taken with it. 😁 But now, when i see the features of the new mkIII, i think i'm getting weak. High Res handheld, the ND filter and the star AF are characteristics that I want. We'll see. 👍🏻

[@TheCreativeFusion]

Thanks for your review. Yes, a very good camera indeed especially at the price point. I would certainly welcome your forthcoming video investigating image quality (and here a comparative video up against a decent FF could be a great benchmark). Whilst there's plenty to like here and many new and improved features, I did find myself wondering "is this essentially the same hardware as the Mk II and/or E-M1X just with unlocked and reconfigured firmware? Or is there really some new and improved hardware in this package too? Apart from the impressive new processor I mean. My quandary is really whether to upgrade to this new model now or to save my money and wait another 2 - 4 years for the next round of E-M1 X Mk II or EM1 Mk IV hardware improvements such as a sensor upgrade and better video specs. It's really improvements in image quality that I am chasing... especially if looking to enlarge images to A1 or larger sizing (think gallery and large installation wall prints). Probably MFT isn't quite there yet to enable this (except for product and portrait genre where the subject is very close). Some may feel the image quality of OMD is good enough already... and I would totally agree that it is superb at A4 and A3 print size... even A2 (or website applications) especially with close up subjects where there is no crop factor required. Yet, I still feel there's room for improvement in image fidelity at the granular level.. Probably I am a MFT utopian - it seems inevitable that one day MFT sensor and image processing tech will reach a level of excellence... 6k... 8k and beyond... the question is when AND more importantly, when will it be passed on to consumers. Rumours of Sharp's 8k 33mp MFT sensor seem to suggest it's on its way.

[@Digger121954]

I've got mine on pre-order. And I'll keep my amazing E-M1 Mark II as a companion camera. The shipping date seems so far away! (Next week!)

[@systemanaturae105]

Tried the EM1 Mark iii at my camera store in London this week. Yes good improvements. I will wait for the release of the 150 - 400mm telephoto lens before considering upgrading my old EM1 since I have the EM1 mark ii. Still checking out the Olympus f1.8 Fisheye lens right now. Interesting concept when using the video mode.

[@davidburton2381]

I just upgraded from an EM5 Mk II, so I have a lot to learn. This video helped...thanks!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad it helped!

[@weizenobstmusli8232]

I had the opportunity to play with the III on an Olympus event at my photo shop. Joystick and live ND is very tempting to me.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Both are really good features.

[@LarryK2024]

Will you please do a video showing setting set up for the new omd m1 mark iii (basis set up). I just received mine and would like a good walk through setting set up etc Thank you!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, I will. I just got a camera for that yesterday. It is coming next week.

[@LarryK2024]

@@ForsgardPeter thank you so much. I appreciate you and I am brand new to Olympus and its my first Olympus camera.

[@vladimirbokov9569]

Peter, can you check if you can set focus point by touch when an external monitor is connected? It was not possible with the Mark II. Thanks!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Most likely it is not. Unfortunately I do not have the camera anymore. As soon I get a hold of one I will check that.

[@robinwong]

No wonder you skipped a video on Tuesday! We have a special one today!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, I did. The reason is right here.

[@Scottishboy-gg8bc]

My sensor needs a good clean. What is the best detergent to use? Do I add a fabric conditioner? I'm not too sure about an upgrade from the EM II, just yet. Think I might just save the expense for a 150-400 lens if the price isn't too expensive.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I would not clean the sensor myself. i would take camera to a place were an expert cleans it.

[@mikejenner5610]

Excellent first impression video, I was a little surprised to see you using the tripod for the live ND shot

[@ForsgardPeter]

It could have been done hand held.

[@JohnPrykephoto]

Yay! Finally a My Menu!! YES can we please have that as a firmware update for the others!

[@ForsgardPeter]

I think MyMenu should be in every Olympus camera.

[@JohnPrykephoto]

100% agree@@ForsgardPeter the amount of times I've lost time as I tried to think about how to switch between setting like viewfinder modes etc... :-)

[@hawaiianstarman]

There are so many irrelevant menu options for everyday shooting. A MyMenu as a standard feature ought to be part of any high-end camera. I too have wasted time trying to figure out how in the hell do I find the menu item to effect a particular change. Also, usually at inopportune times, some of my settings mysteriously change (eg iso, SD card, RAW to RAW/JPG or just JPG) without having consciously made any changes. I swear my M1MarkII is haunted by gremlins from Olympus’ past. 🤷🏻‍♂️🙄

[@pretavol]

Thanks, Peter, that is very helpful to know. Clearly there is a lot to like about the Mk III with few compromises: I do not expect that the loss of iAuto and Art Filters will be mourned by many on a camera of this calibre, although the repositioning of the info button could make for some thumb gymnastics!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, it good that the Art-filters is not available from the Mode Dial. If someone needs them they can reaccessed from the menu.

[@pretavol]

Wow-yet another menu item. Thanks be for ‘my menu’!

[@terrylovejoy3147]

Hi Peter, thank you for the review. As I said on Robin's video I think the sensor is still a good one in 2020 as sensor technology is already pretty mature and approaching theoretical limits (maybe in the future we will get a slightly higher resolution sensor, with a bit more DR). Also would love to see Olympus incorporate some form of rudimentary star tracking using the IBIS to accompany the starry AF feature. Biggest obstacle here in Australia is the introductory price, which is a bit high (and the 12-45 f4 lens is a lot more expensive than the 12-40 f2.8 lens!).

[@ForsgardPeter]

That is true about the sensor. But still it would be a good thing. What I have read from comments it is also a psychological thing. People feel that it would more of a new camera if it had a new sensor. Star tracking would be great. I think Pentax has that in some of there cameras. So it can be done. 12-45 f4 more expensive than 12-40 f2.8? Why?

[@terrylovejoy3147]

@@ForsgardPeter just checking local pricing in Australia at one of the popular online stores 12-40 2.8 is AU$700, the 12-45 4.0 is AU $1000 and the 12-100 4.0 is AU$1500. Multiply by 0.62 to get Euros. The 12-40 2.8 is a bargain in our market, so we were hoping the 12-45 was lower cost again.

[@laurisolja]

Could the speed setting for Starry Sky AF be for shooting stars?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes it is, but there is the accurate option. What I have heard that the speed is a better option if you shoot hand held.

[@hendrikmintarno]

Thumbs up for your honesty on it's sensor. Hopefully, Olympus put a new one in it's next generation camera

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. I agree bout the sensor. Who knows what the camera will be.

[@rossawilson01]

Im not really sure what the starry sky autofocus feature is about, how is this different from simply switching the focus clutch to manual focus and setting the distance scale to infinity? I use a this method a lot, always have sharp stars and it takes me about 1.5 seconds to set it.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Focusing to stars is not focusing to the infinity. It almost there but not quite. You need to carefully manual focus to a single star. Magnification and peaking helps. Starry Sky AF works a lot faster and better.

[@rossawilson01]

@@ForsgardPeter Interesting thanks, I did know that!

[@AceHardy]

Keep at it

[@adrianland]

Hello Finland ! I keep my E-M1 Mk II... Bought only two years ago... Not finish to explore it !! :-) Friendly from Provence, South of France...

[@ForsgardPeter]

E-M1 MKII is as good as it was before. What do you like to photograph?

[@jurgenradle7045]

Thanks Peter for this very interesting video. I really appreciate your work because your comments are helpful for the "real life photographer". Further on you not only point out what is good or nearly perfect with Olympus cameras or gear but also tell us which improvements you expect e.g. a new sensor in the future. I like your neutral and profound comments which convinced me to buy an EM5 MK III, also have EM1 MKI. All the best for you and your channel.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you very much!

[@angusgregson9385]

Thanks, Peter, really clear and informative as ever. Some really useful improvements - especioally the joystick. Are the art filters still there (replaced on the dial by C4)? And I really hope Olympus listen to their visionaries like you - new sensor, and My Menu all through the range.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, the Art-filters are still there.

[@mrgabrielssalvation]

Is it possible to customize an other button for the menu instead using the dedicated menu button? I like to switch to the menu even if I only use the EVF om my E-M5II? I think now on the E-M1III it is impossible because you need the left hand for the menu? Now I have to flip the display to go to the menu, and have to use BOTH hands, am I right?

[@ForsgardPeter]

No it cannot. Yes, you need both hands.

[@photosvein]

Peter, both Nikon and Sony are using the same sensor as in their earlier top models this time around too. (Nikon D6 same sensor as D5, 4year in between) I think we have reached a point where it will take longer and longer between the core stuff gets changed. Its more about the small changes now than the big ones.

[@ForsgardPeter]

It seems that the bigger changes takes longer as you say.

[@39zack]

Peter Forsgård remember when new cellphones had revulsionary upgrades each year? That's not the case there anymore ether. I think cameras kinda has reached the same kind of pinnacle.

[@ForsgardPeter]

That is true and that is also why camera sales are going down in general.

[@AllenMaestas]

Someone probably already said this, but the Firmware update for camera and lens are already functioning in OI.Share, although as you stated there are no current updates. Love the OI.Share app, the live view function is very cool, and I imagine it might be great to use an ipad with live view because you'd get the ability to see the image in a high resolution large monitor.

[@ForsgardPeter]

iPad or any other tablet is a great option if you need a bigger screen.

[@skamradt67]

Thanks Peter. I'm looking forward to the battle video. How about including a comparison between live ND and actual ND filters? Are there any downsides to live ND? One would think another big advantage of live ND would be the lack of needing to correct for any color casts.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Good idea to test LiveND against ND-filters. I did a quick test in my LiveND-video about that. That was more about testing if LiveND is actually the amount of ND that Olympus claims and it was.

[@JimmyViolet19K]

Olympus has the best and most interesting KZbin community.. Keep on doing what you do. 👍🏿

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. I agree. Quite many good channels.

[@tomd4260]

Such an update from the mkii I love this camera especially with my 12/100 f4 lens

[@wickie4801]

Hello Peter, I own the Olympus OMD 1 MkIII. Can you help at this problem? I want to set Custom Modes C1 (for landscapes) + C2 (for action). Now I want to set the following setup - amongst other relevant things - at quick/Super control menue: C1 Landscape: (based on APERTURE priority) can`t press "Stabilizer off (= GREY, can`t set) C2 Action: (based on SHUTTER priority) can`t press C-AF (= GREY, can`t set), on S (shutter) = fastest is only possible until 1/250 (instead of 2000) The only explanation I have: 1 Typically the stabilizer and C-AF would be turned off if I have my shutter set to Hi-Res mode. 2 C-AF could also be inactive if I don't have a lens attached or 3 the lens has a focus clutch set to manual focus or 4 I am using an adapted lens. But: 1: The shutter isn`t set to HiRes mode. 2: Lens is attached. 3: The focus isn`t set to manual - I controlled it on the lensring. 4: 12-100mm isn´t adapted. So normally the best explanation would be 2+3. But the 12-100m Pro lens is attached and not set with function ring to manual. Can you say, what else to do to solve this?

[@ForsgardPeter]

I need look into this a bit more. It is very hard to say what the problem is. There must be some settings on that prevent the thing you are saying. I will look into this and if I can figure it out I will get back to you.

[@sstansm7f]

Those who obsessed with sensor and related topics: Sony just recently announced Sony A9 mark II with the same technology sensor. Olympus buys sensors for top cameras from Sony.

[@mutley3136]

As a mft g9 user I'd hope to see some more improvements from Olympus after over two years since the panasonic being released.

[@iak706]

The question is: Does it work at -20f (-28c)? My mark ii gets serious lag in the evf starting at around 0f (-17c). Panning makes it look like the image is in a slow motion blur, making it nearly impossible to track autofocus points on anything moving. The battery holds its charge at that temperature though, which is incredible.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Unfortunately, I have not tested the camera in very cold conditions. We have had very warm winter here in Helsinki. I would assume that the weather sealing is about same level as E-M1 MKII.

[@macg33zr]

Great video thanks. This looks like the camera I wanted to upgrade to from my Mk2 when I saw the M1X!

[@ForsgardPeter]

It is a mini-X.

[@glennsak]

Better EVF and back LCD panel please...

[@chrishodgin4451]

looking forward to the comparison with the m11 I am thinking of upgrading from my E-10 m11 there might be some good deals on the omd1 m11 when the new one is released

[@ForsgardPeter]

Sounds like a good idea. E-M1 MKII is a very good camera and it is as good as it was before the launch of the new one. Most likely the price will come down so it is a good deal.

[@chrishodgin4451]

Thank you for replying

[@mrgabrielssalvation]

Can you please make a video explaining the connections WiFi and Bluetooth? What are the differences in using what method for what case? What method for tethered shooting or putting GPS-data to the files automatically? What technology do I have to buy additionally to the EM1III to use that features? Thanks a lot. :-)

[@ForsgardPeter]

To get the GPS to your files automatically you need a GPS Tracker that can be connected to the camera. I am not sure if those even exist. The easiest way is to use a mobile phone and OI.Share app. It does not go automatically, you have to transfer the coordinates to your camera. Here is a video about OI.Share and GPS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmqUlWiJoqerbM0

[@martynphillips6646]

Great Video. I will be sticking with my MKII for now, 1. joy stick not that bigger issue really is it 2.No new sensor 3. some improvements to target area selection, menu and like could be done under a firmware upgrade. 4. how often do you really use face and eye recognition, I still prefer manual selection of target 99.9% of the time 5. live nd useful but a little gimmicky. It is still an incredible camera

[@BethRuggiero]

Hi Peter, Why would you need Starry Sky AF when you have PreMF (set for infinity)?

[@ForsgardPeter]

When focusing to stars you do not focus to infinity, but close. Starry Set AF is a good and easy solution.

[@JohnGilbert49]

Peter thanks for answering my previous question but I have another. I set my camera to RAW + jpeg as part of my experimenting with this system. I noticed that the jpeg images are always cropped and not in the most flattering positions. It appears this can not be corrected in post-processing. Is there a way to stop it from cropping in jpeg? If not how do you tweak were it crops?

[@ForsgardPeter]

You most likely have something else than 4:3 as an aspect ratio. If you use 4:3 then the jpg. wont be cropped.

[@flxjspxjslxlspdbfoviebfc]

Your Intro, *that deserves already a thumb up!*

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@mats92b22]

Very nice Peter How about the EVF? many people dont like olympus beacuse of the EVF

[@ForsgardPeter]

It could be better, but I personally do not have a problem with it.

[@KeithRobertson57]

Hi Peter, great review, thanks. Can you check one small thing? If the vertical grip is attached will USB charging charge both the internal and the grip batteries simultaneously? This would be really useful when away from home. I could just leave the camera and grip charging overnight on USB and I wouldn’t have to carry the standard external charger with me. Or even use it at all really!

[@ForsgardPeter]

I will check that. I do not no how it is. I will get back to you on this matter.

[@arjdroid]

I think introducing the new sensor would've been fitting for this release but they have still made many improvements which I guess I can't argue with.

[@JohnGilbert49]

Peter. I bought this camera and so far I really like it. Olympu's ability to tweak all the buttons is mind-blowing. I have been following a photographer who went into detail on all the menus and settings on the E-1 Mark II and when to use them. However, the menus of the E-1 MII are slightly different than the E-1 Mark III. Please do a video on setting up the Mark III. Also single subject videos on the Starry Sky, Time Lapse combined into video, Bracketing, and shooting video. I hope you can do these and I will be looking for them. Thanks.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Good ideas and yes those are on my schedule in the near future.

[@celestewalz8342]

Thank you! I've just recently found your channel and I have found all of your videos to be very helpful. I switched from Canon a couple of years ago and couldn't be happier. I really appreciate all the great content. This review was a nice concise rundown of the new model. Other features I wish they had included: GPS. I know you can tag from the app, but would love to have that built in. Also, which setting do you use to wash the camera? I'm assuming the gentle cycle?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks and glad to hear that you enjoy Olympus gear and my channel. Welcome! Yes, gentle ;)

[@defg0003]

good review, thanks. one point - you mentioned an $1800US price. just looked and B&H shows $2,399 + tax - UGH - OUCH - not happening at that price.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Body only? Really?

[@defg0003]

it's now $1799 body only - either it was changed or I misread their listing - I doubt I misread it - as there is no combo at $2399 - but you were correct on the $1799 - and I'm glad to say so. the listing is for black only - will silver be available?

[@davehollander6543]

Dang, I just bought a (2nd) used MII! I'm usually content to be a bit behind the curve but then I saw that big honking ISO button which would address my most serious frustration with the MII.

[@ForsgardPeter]

You can set the Fn1 button to ISO and then use either the front or back wheel to chance the ISO. Buttons can be customised from Special Menu B.

[@davehollander6543]

@@ForsgardPeter Yeah but I'm using Fn1 for quick focus point access which I think is even more important .

[@jigjitsu5599]

Would u choose this over the xt4? I’m a fuji xt3 owner and this is more appealing to me over the xt4

[@ForsgardPeter]

I cannot say anything about Fuji.

[@ikonseesmrno7300]

Starry AF? You & Oly have my attention. I love using my manual lenses for shooting the stars, but I also believe something like starry AF is long overdue for any camera manufacturer. Quite exciting!!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes it is and it works very well. Makes photographing night sky really easy.

[@RJPhotographics]

Do you think it likely that Olympus will offer a paid firmware update to include more video options? Seeing very nice, natural colours out of your cameras, but I'm still using mostly Lumix gear for video because of 4k60 etc.

[@ForsgardPeter]

They have not done paid firmware before. It would be nice. I personally would like to have 4K/60fps. I know that many are using Panasonic for video and that is a pity if we look at it from Olympus perspective.

[@azizmehdi101]

I had made up my mind to buy the Olympus OMD EM 5 Mark 3. Or should I wait for the EM 1 Mark 3? I am enthusiast and already have a Sony RX100 Mark 5. Please advise.

[@ForsgardPeter]

This is a tough one. Are there any features that are very important? E-M1 MKIII has LiveND and handheld highres. It also has a bit better Af or actually it has a bit more settings. The E-M5 MKIII is smaller and it is my favorite travel camera. Both are good choices.

[@pretavol]

Thanks, Peter, for an excellent review. One question:were you able to import the RAW files into Lightroom, or Photoshop via Camera RAW? Or do we have to wait for Adobe to update their software to handle the Mk III?

[@ForsgardPeter]

We need to wait for the update. Everything was shot in Raw+jpg. Raw files are waiting and I used only the jpgs.

[@Artyomthewalrus]

Hey, I washed my em-1x It doesn't work anymore and it didn't shrink :(

[@ForsgardPeter]

Hope you did not try it at home, but somewhere else?

[@BobK58]

Did you tumble dry-hot? That's an important step.

[@ixoye56]

Good review Peter, the camera seems very nice.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@tonycastillo8210]

Hello Peter, thank you for your videos, since you are an Olympus visionary, I think you are the right person to make this question, I just want to know how to shoot in HIGH RESOLUTION or HDR without touching the camera, I have not succeeded in the APP. Besides, the shots with a delay of 2 and 12 seconds seem that they are not compatible with these methods, I am talking about an OM-D1-Mark II. Do you have any piece of advice on this issue?

[@ForsgardPeter]

In High res mode you can set the delay from the Shooting menu 2. HDR uses high sequencial mode and the delay cannot be used. The best way is to use cable release or OI.Share app.

[@tonycastillo8210]

@@ForsgardPeter thank you so much

[@metamurph]

More computational photography support is a good thing. That ibis continues to be an amazing thing. I thought you were just going to show how well the weather sealing was working in the beginning. Same battery or bigger?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Battery is the same.

[@rickbear7249]

Thank you, Peter. Your reviews as a photographer, rather than just a technical equipment review, are always appreciated. Do you know if the E-M1 MkIII has an improved Pro Capture mode? One of the UK reviewers implied it had. Rick Bear

[@ForsgardPeter]

I have to be honest and say that I did not notice that. Who's review was it?

[@rickbear7249]

@@ForsgardPeter Hi Peter, one of the video previews was from Wex (see kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6nEnoZtjqdkrrs), but several others made mention. Also, Olympus appear to be suggesting they've improved the weather sealing over earlier E-M1s and E-M5s. I had thought that was why you put yours through the wash 😄. Did they give any further info? ; as Olympus are frustratingly contradicting themselves on how good they believe their weather sealing actually is. Some, obviously Olympus sanctioned advertisements say "can withstand all weather" which is not the same as "splash proof". Thanks, Rick

[@pwx8460]

Great coverage of the new features Peter. Well done. You presented the first, that I've seen, mention that the new processor may produce slightly cleaner images. I hope you are correct. I'm not sure I understand all the disappointment of not having a new sensor with more MP. The current 20 is nearly equivalent to 80 on a FF, and with more pixels noise control would be even more difficult. Personally I think an update should still be near 20MP, but employ BSI or other technology rather than cramming more MP on m4/3. Thanks again for the video review.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I did test the IQ when I compared this camera to the other E-M1 series cameras. It seems that the IQ is one stop better. I will post that video next week.

[@jessestarks3128]

Interesting but the GH4 and EPL-7 are still good enough for me. Time will tell if Panasonic releases a new m4/3 body. I'm with you on needing a new 4/3 sensor.

[@Fotomo]

Not tempting for E-M1.2 owners. Sad they couldnt get 60p4K in since Video AF is finally good now. Hard to advertise the camera now for the Visionarys :D

[@ForsgardPeter]

I know I also would have liked the 4K in 60fps. The processing power most likely would have been enough.

[@Fotomo]

@@ForsgardPeter Yeah they had a penalty shot on Panasonic after the Video AF is so good now. But missed it with not including advanced video features :-(((

[@ForsgardPeter]

You are right.

[@photosvein]

Talk for yourself, I see some stuff in the 1-3 I want already and I have the 1-2

[@sstansm7f]

No much value in 4K at any fps, and yet much less with 60 fps.

[@kbruff2010]

Thank you kindly Sir for this information

[@ForsgardPeter]

My pleasure.

[@edwardrussell5413]

Thank you Peter, do you believe we will get a FW update for EM1X to bring us these updates- example Starry Night and better face tracking?

[@ForsgardPeter]

I certainly hope so and Olympus has had the habit to make quite a big improvements via firmware.

[@edwardrussell5413]

@@ForsgardPeter Now they have the EM3 sorted perhaps they can get back onto the 1x :-)

[@benjbonj3033]

Does it have the 120f slow-motion that the m1-x has?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, fullHD 120fps.

[@xmeda]

Top info display instead of that on/off swich will be better. Cameras for people who shoot a lot should have top display. It both is faster to set up and it saves battery as the back display can be off and only EVF used. when eyes come close.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I agree a small top display would be good.

[@billh4836]

Peter - I just picked up my new EM1 MK III and was wondering if i should set it up using your "best" settings video for the EM1X since it really is a mini version of the EM1X or should I set it up using the same settings as my EM1 MK II? Suggestions? Love your videos by the way.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, you can set it up like the E-M1X.

[@DavidLaCivita]

Great stuff! Do the high res modes output a raw file? My em5ii only outputs a jpg unless I'm missing something.

[@ForsgardPeter]

It is a raw file. E-M5 MKII also outputs high res raw files.

[@DavidLaCivita]

@@ForsgardPeter I finally figured this out! I have to select RAW+jpg AFTER I select the high res mode. What's the difference between the ORI and the ORF? And thank you for the great videos!

[@havelPRG]

BTW, what is this tripod and head in the video?

[@ForsgardPeter]

It is a Dörr Racer CR-1440 Carbon with the CNC-40 ball head. Not the best in my opinion, but it works ok with my OM-D cameras. www.doerr-foto.de/en-us/tripods/professional-tripods/tripod-racer-cr-1440-carbon-with-cnc-30-ball-head-380375

[@eyeballbilly]

I know someone else has mentioned it but 7 stops of IBIS, can't wait to see it used at night!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, 7 stops is quite a lot.

[@christopherseymour7318]

Another small improvement is the chrome hotshoe as on the EM1X, no more paint rubbed off as soon as you add a flash!

[@ForsgardPeter]

True.

[@hillestadkringle]

So that's why they had a sale on the mk. 2 before christmas. I got one for about 1150 EUR, including 150 EUR cashback from Olympus, and I'm super happy with my choise.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Wow, you got a good deal!

[@hillestadkringle]

@@ForsgardPeter Yes, a very good deal, and quite a big upgrade for me as well. I came from the now ancient (but excellent) E-620.

[@thomps91]

Good to finally put the rumours to bed and see it reviewed. The 3 major improvements for me are joystick, live ND and MyMenu. None of these are enough that I feel the need to spend the money to trade up from my mark2.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I like the joystick. I think that is the best improvement.

[@chrisbeavers909]

Pete I enjoy using my M1/M2 but after three years the battery died. One day it was working next day flat line. It’s a good thing I had the grip with the extra Oly battery. For the bad> Uncle Oly won’t cover the battery under warranty. I don’t beat on my Oly gear and have about 30k on the shutter. As you know the batteries cost almost as much as a Volvo S80 car battery.... Will I buy the new M1-M3 I don’t know. If Uncle Oly offered me a half price unit that would take the sting out of cost. Conclusion> I still own and use the E-1 E-3 and E-5 system. Not one battery has died except a third party one. MFG in Japan

[@ForsgardPeter]

Sounds strange. Unfortunately batteries are not included in the warranty, I think.

[@jeroen2082]

Hi Peter, nice video. Where can I buy the OM-D hood?

[@ForsgardPeter]

I got it from Olympus Finland and unfortunately they do not sell it. Maybe I should ask a permission to sell OM-D merch?

[@skojna06]

Nice intro! haha and nice video too! Can't wait for a em1 iii vs em5 iii comparison. I am a semi professional photographer using em5 ii and would like to upgrade, but I can't figure out what fits better to my needs! So, I am patiently waiting for your comparison!! Many greetings ;)

[@ForsgardPeter]

It is in the making.

[@just36]

Thanks very interesting. Just give us a firmware update for Mk2 and I'll stay with that - not worth changing sorry.

[@ForsgardPeter]

E-M1 MKII is still a great camera and I will continue using it.

[@adamlucivjansky3411]

New sensor, hmm.... they have just released 2 of their top models with old sensor and E- M5 MIII just before that so probably new sensor is not coming any soon. Would it make sense to introduce new sensor with E-M10 which is probably next one to be upgraded ? I don't think so.

[@ForsgardPeter]

It will interesting to see when a new sensor comes out. Most likely not on a E-M10-series camera as you said.

[@JorgeLestro]

As usual great video!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@seanwu1968]

Which means that I might be able to get a cheap EM-1 Mk2. :-)

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, most likely the prices will come down and there are some used E-M1 MKIIs on the market too.

[@bopcph]

That is what I'm waiting for too ;-D

[@DodderyIceDry]

I am not sure if this upgrade will be worth spending my money on but I would love to have My Menu in my Mk 1 & Mk 2.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I think that the MyMenu is something that Olympus should have in every camera.

[@Michael-fw5ef]

7 Stops of IBIS is amazing. And that means any lens - even Vintage lenses - can get that 7 stops of IBIS.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, that is great that every lens (almost) ever made has 7 stops of IBIS.

[@photohounds]

mk 2 user and very satisfied, so interested to see what this one does better. No need to carry heavy gear around - - no loss of ability that's the big plus to me lots of detail changes - SEVEN stops claimed IBIS F! Good ergonomic improvements- LIKE AF to stars - no MF needed - very simple- LIKE Other AF improvements - evolution.- LIKE ND filters built in - LIKE very much A custom MY MENU so the most used settings are easily accessible - LIKE Typical Olympus ... better, not just bigger- LIKE Hand-held 50MP - 80MP with tripod - reduces the need for more "sensor" - like SAME grip ..probably 2.8lk in AUD .. In the meantime, some of these features will be firmware for the Mk2 in

[@ivankiefer3886]

50-80mp it dosent replace bigger sensor with more mp just because you cannot track and shoot burst. Ig good for still subjects and landscapes. The best part is the electronic md filter.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, you are right that the high res shot is not for every thing. But it is a nice option for some situations. LiveND is very handy and it makes really easy to shoot hand held long exposure and get that water smooth.

[@danny_r27]

It’s price point of $1,800 is a welcomed thing for me. I remember when the M1 Mrk. II came out at a ridiculous price tag. It was when I first started getting into photography with my iPhone. I currently have a M5 Mrk. II. Do you think it’s worth jumping into the M1 Mrk III? I like the phase detect af, starry sky af, live ND filters, and high res in both handheld and tripod. The amazingly good weather sealing is also a big plus to me.

[@ForsgardPeter]

It is, if you need those features.

[@Mhike-m2x]

Yey!!!! But il wait for the real world review. Otherwise il buy the mark2. I have outgrown my em5 mark 1 now👍👍👍

[@johannesdewald5487]

second thoughts: may be the high res out of the hand and the one stop more stabilisation may be worth it!

[@marcusnz232]

I hope Star AF comes to the EM1X via firmware.

[@ForsgardPeter]

That would be awesome.

[@rhiwderinraytube]

Thanks Peter, great review. Not enough features that would tempt me to upgrade my Mk2. No mention of car/bird/train tracking - I guess that isn't available?

[@ForsgardPeter]

It does not have the Subject recognizion feature.

[@raphotopeck5536]

I would love to see Olympus add 400fps slow motion video. Nikon had it in their V1 camera. Great for action, lots of fun.

[@ForsgardPeter]

That would be cool!

[@ajays2060]

Great video and thanks for giving us the first look! I'm excited for this camera to come out. Is there a release date on when it will be available for purchase?

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. To be honest I do not know the release date.

[@ajays2060]

@@ForsgardPeter Great timing, literally just checked my inbox and have started receiving emails from local camera shops to preorder the camera. Olympus US is selling the body only for US$1,799, while here in Australia the body only is selling for AUD$2,999. This must mean we can expect the camera within a week or two 🙌 👌

[@EmilPozarphoto]

live-ND is "the killer app" that makes this camera desirable for me :) Probably live-composite is improved too? Towards shorter shutter speeds, anything shorter than 1/2 sec??

[@ForsgardPeter]

No, it is still 1/2s.

[@EmilPozarphoto]

@@ForsgardPeter tnx!

[@EmilPozarphoto]

@@ForsgardPeter given the power of the latest IBIS, Olympus might combine live-composite and stabilisation ;)

[@ebreckpo6563]

I can only applaud the new MK3 iteration of the E-M1. The upgrades are incremental and not so extreme as the difference between MK1 and MK2 iteration of this camera body. Some nice improvements is the Af position button as we had on Canon 5D series and Em1X, the inclusion of a My Menu function (with should be made available to other Olympus bodies with a FW upgrade), same battery and battery grip as of the previous model (easier to have the previous body as backup). A faster CPU with perhaps a lower noise amplification of the signal resulting in better higher iso images (to be verified). Regarding the sensor everybody is complaining regarding the sensor. Is a BSI design better? As we have seen from previous reviews of the Fujifilm XT-2 vs XT-3 the differences are in some cases worser than the conventional CMOS sensor. For the people aclaiming the medium format sensors it is still the "old" same Sony sensor as released years ago Hasselblad, Fujifilm and Pentax are still using the same "prehistoric 50MP sensor" in reviewers terms :-) and few people complains. I am of the opinion that CMOS sensor tech has somehow came to a halt and that improvements are mostly based on improved micro lenses on the senor as computational algorithms than pure sensor tech. The RGB W technology looked promissing a couple of years ago but nobody speaka about it... Camera companies are again in the MP race Will I upgrade my current MK2, not now. If you are a pro using the MK2 since release and you have a high shutter count perhaps yes as you have again a future proof investment into the same system with the same lenses, batteries and battery grip. You can keep one of your existing bodies as a backup as they use the same battery/grip charger , with is a game changer compared to the first M1. These are of course my own toughts / opinions. With Regards,

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks for sharing. Very good thoughts!