Perfect For Street Photography - OM-D E-M10 Cameras

[@andreasrochow5170]

I am always amazed by the friendly faces you portray. Opening the hearts of your subjects seems to be an important part of Robin Wong's photography. Thank you, Robin.

[@robinwong]

Thanks Andreas, appreciate that!

[@seanb480]

I've owned the EM10ii for just over a year. As a Nikon DSLR user mainly, the EM10 has literally been my go to for travel and street. It's such a fantastic camera far above competitors at this price point. To call this a "beginner's camera" is laughable, this camera would be considered a prosumer enthusiast camera in the Nikon and Canon world. Thanks to you Robin and Rob Trek, I've been able to understand its vast capabilities and deep menu system. And thanks again for giving the EM10 the praise it deserves!

[@robinwong]

Thanks for being here, glad I can share what I can here.

[@carmenfissenden2530]

It’s truly a fantastic camera and so comfortable and reliable too. A part from the R2 kit lens , I use two prime sigma lenses , one for portraits and the other for walkabout . In short , the 30mm 2.8 Mkii art lens is glued to my EM10 Mkii all the time . Anybody looking for a light and very affordable camera body can get this for very little money and still take great shots . Robin , where the inspiration that proved to me that this would be the right camera and Rob helped to show me how to get the most out of it like Peter . My thanks to all you guys for the skills and confidence you gave somebody who loved film but needed something smaller and lighter to carry around .

[@enduringtech822]

The first EM10 was my first ILC. Despite its entry position, I am still amazed by its excellent built even today. The feel of the shutter and dials are just amazing.

[@robinwong]

Yeah there is something about the way the E-M10 clicks that gets you wanting to shoot more

[@FotoSharp]

The Olympus E-M1 Mark I & 14-150mm II is my most used setup. It lets me get so many more compositions from where I'm standing or sitting. As a senior with limited mobility (and budget), it's been a great weather sealed "all around" combo.

[@rumrill5020]

Agreed. The OM-D E-M10 Mk III is a bargain used. I had one for a bit and loved it. Used it on some photowalks with a camera club and people were curious but then seemed to lose interest when they realized it was a M43 camera. IBIS and a tilt screen plus the Olympus 17mm or 14mm Panasonic make a perfect street photography setup.

[@robinwong]

Yeah E-M10 series is so underrated for street photography!

[@xDutchAqua]

I bought this camera about a week ago. I love it so much. One of the best i have used so far. Very small and a beautiful vintage look wich i love.

[@robinwong]

Awesome, enjoy your new camera!

[@johnlangston4108]

I bought the Mark IV year specifically for street photography and I love it! I’ve used Nikon systems for over ten years but it could be a bear to carry around. The Olympus camera and lenses are so light and portable, enabling me to get more quick reaction shots. I’m beginning to branch out and trying the Scene functions which are fun, and I’m finding that I really like the built in monochrome profile. Thanks for another great video, Robin!

[@robinwong]

Yeah sometimes people forget how important it is to keep the gear minimal in size and weight!

[@uTPH1]

I bought an EM-10ii twin zoom kit some years ago now as a travel camera. Before lockdown I took it to 5 continents with excellent results and no sore neck from heavy gear. I was converted to OM MFT and now have an EM-1iii but still have the trusty portable 10.

[@robinwong]

Yeah the E-M10, there is just something special about it

[@cemsarioglu5947]

I bought my EM10 Miii thanks to you. Your channel is so good and relaxing. And I am very happy with my Olympus. Perfect tiny camera. Thank you for your efforts.

[@WiziWes]

I have the original mk1 em10. Well built, great flip down screen still going strong perfect for street.

[@robinwong]

Thanks, and yes E-M10 is so lovely

[@robertvanvaals2677]

I bought an Olympus OM-D E-M10 (mark 1) today, 11.000 clicks, around Eur. 170,00 with one year warranty. I already own a FujiFilm X-T1 and a Panasonic G85. But this Olympus is amazing. Such a photographer's tool. The Color Creator function is unbelievable: it blows the FujiFilm with its film emulations away. I use the Olympus 17mm. f/1.8 and it's a great little combo. Can't wait to try it out.

[@trevtog]

I love my E-M10 and my family does too. It is a fun and easy to use camera. I love that it gives me all the pro options I want when I am using it too.

[@bobcat2938]

I've just bought my first om-d. Thanks for help with it and lenses leading up to it and no doubt, into the future. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@robinwong]

Thanks, glad I can help a bit!

[@bobcat2938]

@@robinwong ❤️

[@JKWheeler]

I have owned the original EM10 for many years and its still my go to camera for street and travel photography. Excellent video!

[@robinwong]

Thanks! E-M10 deserves more love!

[@duncanlawler6426]

Nikon full frame user. Found it far too heavy for street photography. So I purchased an Olympus OM-D-E10II second hand. What a wonderful light, little camera. Love your video, straight to the point without all the needless chat. Thank you.

[@PatrickMacQ]

Great video Robin and they are some of the best photos you've shared. Your use of colour in the compositions has me inspired to try. Great work, keep it coming.

[@robinwong]

Thanks Patrick, I really appreciate that.

[@KeatonYTツ]

bro this guy is so happy and it makese my day love it

[@ronperry691]

Just bought a used Mark iv and the Panny 20mm 1.7 mkii. Can’t wait until it shows up and I can take it out for a spin. Thanks for all the good info!

[@houghwhite411]

Would love to hear update

[@mc256]

Totally agree with you, I treated myself to an om10 mark II that was more pleasant than my EM5 mark III for street photography, in particular because of its compactness, its tilting screen and the possibility of assigning myset feature on the wheel. Very pleasant to practice in hyperfocal or not with a 17 1.8 and I'm probably going to treat myself to the Pana 14 2.8 to fit the whole thing in my pocket.

[@robinwong]

Yeah, there is just something about E-M10 that just suits street shooting better!

[@rl4bzs]

I love the E-M10 Mkii, so much so that I own two of them. They followed me around the world making the most memorable images, and giving me joy in the process. I own three full-frame cameras, but my heart is with the awesome 10Mkii.

[@robinwong]

That's the amazing thing about the E-M10 series, they make you want to bring them with you!

[@rl4bzs]

@@robinwong Indeed! Nothing beats the E-M10 series for joy of use!

[@Hexlord]

Got my EM10ii for rm800+ last year, and it has been a joy to use. Also extremely capable with the right lenses.

[@robinwong]

That is great value for money!

[@garycasey7986]

I don't do street photography but I am a big fan of the E-M10. I bought a used mk1 in 2015 and it very quickly became my first choice camera, some of my favourite photos were taken with it. I replaced it in 2020 with a used E-M1 ii, but came to miss the smaller camera. So last year I also bought a used E-M10 iii as well and that is now my travel camera. 👍

[@robinwong]

Yeah E-M10 is also a perfect travel camera

[@patrickmcfadden1689]

Robin, another great video, I love using my EM10mii and miii for anything and everything .

[@thomaskeler4020]

As always You are right, Robin! I startet with Olympus when i bought the EM 10-2. The tilting LCD Is Perfect for Street fotography.

[@robinwong]

Thanks! Loving E-M10 series

[@primarqo]

great points and video, thank you ❤

[@lothcat]

I really love my Gx85 for street photography for basically the exact same list of reasons except with the rangefinder style body. I like that I don’t bump the screen with my nose and I find it easier to use the screen to move my focus point while looking in the viewfinder.

[@robinwong]

As for me, I need the EVF to be at the same alignment as the lens, being at the side of the camera is a bit off-putting

[@concepcionmartinez3799]

How many things I learn of you. Thank you! For me right now it is the om d e m10 mIV For the connectivity but I still love my m5, even if it looks shabby because it is special, the colour it gets is from heavens. Have a good time. 😊

[@robinwong]

Indeed these Olympus cameras produce excellent colors

[@ggwildlife]

This all made perfect sense Robin a great video, I prefer my EM10 mkII (serious nature macro + Holiday snaps) with tilt screen over my EM1 mkIII which is used for all manner of wildlife

[@robinwong]

Thanks, yeah I prefer the tilt screen too

[@patrickmcfadden1689]

Robin, another great video. I love my EM10Mii and MiiiS, awesome for any use.

[@robinwong]

Thanks, appreciate that

[@comelachapelle8337]

I bought em10 MARK IV in2024 and for street photography it is perfect Thank you Robin

[@marcofine5943]

I totally agree with your points. One year ago I bought an Olympus E-M10 IV, with the14-150 kit lens. I added the 17mm F1.8, the 12-40 Pro, and finally the ultrawide Laowa 7.5mm. Previously I had the Canon 6DII, which I still use willingly, but I must admit that the small E-M10 IV is a thousand times more comfortable, portable and manageable, both during travel and during mountain trekkings, and after a year of co-presence it has now surpassed the 6DII in terms of shooted photos (and for this I'm a little sorry for the innocent Canon, and I still try to use it whenever possible!)

[@Jonathan-hu3lk]

I’ve got an e-m10iii. One thing I take advantage of in street photography is the IBIS, missing in the x100 cameras (and possibly gr cameras too?), but perfect for incorporating blurred motion in streets which I like to do. Plus all the points you’ve mentioned. Great video

[@robinwong]

Thanks, and yes the image stabilization just works so well, adds some creative juice in our images

[@leckywoznicki5393]

Thank you :) I don't do street photography but love your videos as I have a Olympus.

[@robinwong]

Thanks, appreciate that!

[@sherwinclarencego1933]

My fave inexpensive street photography is the Lumix GX85. Rangefinder style. You can use any of your fave Olympus or Panasonic lenses on it.

[@fabulousfreddyisready]

I wish I had kept my OMD EM10. It was the perfect size and so versatile. Even with the cheap kit lenses it took lovely sharp pics.

[@robinwong]

You can go find one cheap used unit!

[@mikes4408]

Have the EM10 II love the camera. Not into street but love B&W and is my go to for that. Graduated to the em-1 II for my wildlife.

[@robinwong]

Thanks, and yes black and white rocks

[@hardridebkk9026]

I came back to watch your old videos again. Because now my eyes are getting worse with age. My EPL7 doesn't have an EVF and I know I need it! So I changed to EM10ii. Another thing is the magic of 5axis IBIS like in my EM1ii.

[@tablameister]

My brother-in-law has a full frame Nikon camera. But when he doesn't want to lug his massive rig, he uses an EM10, which I think is hilarious since I have fully invested in the micro 4/3 system.

[@JezdziecBezNicka]

My favourite lens for street is definitely the 45/1.8

[@robinwong]

Likewise

[@lukes5533]

Thanks for the great review on this very capable little camera Robin. 👍

[@robinwong]

Thanks, glad I can share

[@bentaylor3984]

I’m torn between my EM10, which I love, and a Lumix LX100II. The LX100II is new and has made me return to setting the camera controls like we used to years ago. The EM10 is just a delight to use and I will never get rid of it (except to upgrade to a MkII, or MkIV). Thanks Robin for taking the time to present this video. And now, ON TO THE STREETS!!

[@andreasschieck2536]

Hi Robin, thank you for your videos. I am using two MFT-combinations for streetphotography, FIRST is an OMD EM1 with a 15mm F4,5 lens version II from Voigtländer built for Leica (connected to the MFT system over an Novoflex-adapter ring). It gives 30 mm equivalent and has a so called focus tab, which gives the possibility to shoot in rangefinder manner with zone focusing. SECOND is an OMD EM1 MarkIII with an 17mm F1,2 lens from Olympus, which I use as a combination of autofocus operations and zone focusing with the PreMF - function of this camera. PreMF works good/ repeatable with primer lenses and has to be adjusted with real live distances (on my lens for example 2 m in reality comes to a camera value of 3,4 m). With this combination you can shoot like with a Leica Q (automatic / zone focusing), but with better adjustments in the manual distance range from 1 m to infinity, where all the new lenses have a very steep function (small turns lead to big distances changes, which makes them not very handy for manual focusing and in fact useless for zone focusing.)

[@robinwong]

Awesome, gld to know these cameras and setting work for you! I never use Pre-MF or zone focusing because, as I have shown with my many shots, I never miss focus, the AF on Olympus OM-D cameras are just so reliable.

[@frissyahmi3949]

Agreed with you Robin, I was using Olympus EM 10 M i and it's still reliable today. The colours are the best and with valuable price, it's still prove that it can compete with modern nowadays camera. Keep up with the content Robin🙌🏻

[@robinwong]

Agreed, the E-M10 can certainly compete with modern cameras today

[@jimblues21]

Great video Robin, I recently bought an OM-5 to sit along side my OM1 as I always missed my EM5 Mk1 because it had the tilt screen, it hasn't got one and that is upsetting and the one thing I miss, oversight on my part!!

[@robinwong]

Yeah for street photography, I much prefer the tilt screen over swivel any time!

[@thomasli2561]

Dear Robin, thanks for the video. In Hong Kong, the EM-10 mark 4 is sold at the same price as EM-5 mark 3. Except for the tilt screen, I think EM-5 mark 3 will be a more attractive choice for purchase.

[@robinwong]

That is very interesting, and yes E-M5 Mark III offers more value, for weather-sealing, better AF and a lot more features

[@chrisgrieves1468]

Loving my EM-10 iv. With the kit pancake zoom it fits in my 'fanny pack' around my waist and no other combo does. If I can take a small shoulder bag then the 17 and 25 /1.8s are there to suit my mood and the streetscape. They do make you think more about what you are shooting. Any of these combos are better than my photography :) Good video Robin!

[@Bunnyisms]

I really like the tilt screen. I used it a lot on my E-M1, and I missed my tilt screen a lot when I got an E-M1X. My E-PL8 has a tilt screen, and that is one of my favorite things about it, but I think the E-M10 is just a more versatile camera for street photography because you have the smaller and less intimidating size of the E-PL8, better image stabilization, better controls, and an EVF if you need it

[@alangamble3236]

@bunnyisms I have to agree with you, the EM1 mki and EPL8 get the most use because the tilt screen is so useful. I have the EM5 mkiii which produces great images but I wish it had the flip screen that would be perfect for me.

[@robinwong]

Yeap, agree that tilt screen makes a whole world of difference when doing street shooting

[@benfromatlantis]

I just noticed that the E-M10 is not even much bigger than the PL5. I loved to use the 5 picturewise but handling was horrible. So with the EVF it's a game changer. Perfect.

[@evanmcknight2566]

Robin your timing is great. I just got a used EM 10 Mii and a 20mm f1.7 pancake lens as a compact set up. I’m looking forward to using it and this video makes me feel like I’ve made a solid choice in cameras.

[@robinwong]

Oh yes, can't go wrong with the E-M10 series camera, go and have fun!

[@JonMadd]

This just came full circle for me. I've had the original E-M10 for ages, & just in the past month have come back to photography & bought myself 4 new second hand Olympus cameras off Facebook marketplace; the E-M5, the E-PL5, the E-M5ii, & the E-P5. The only one that I won't be using much of is the original E-M5 without the wifi connection. The E-PL5 also doesn't, but that one with my 14-42EZ pancake just lives in my edc bag so it's eveready!

[@robinwong]

Wow, that is a lot of cameras

[@JonMadd]

@@robinwong don't tell my wife! =P Planning to sell the first E-M5 & just keep the mkii. The Pen5, PL5, & my first Olympus E-M10 still have a place to rotate for more casual shoots, even though technically all my shoots are casual shoots as a hobbyist...

[@prizepictures1]

The best image is at the 7:24 mark. Very nice capture indeed!

[@timatwater8247]

Pen Mini 2 works pretty well with Lumix 12-32 pancake zoom or 17 Olympus or Lumix 20 pancakes. No tilt screen but wide viewing angle on screen. Starts quickly. EVF can be added if necessary.

[@leeny1871]

Love your energy and enthusiasm Robin! Great review. I'm currently on the hunt for one of these cameras for street photography and I want something smaller than my Fuji xt30 to carry with me every day. ❤🤩 Sending love from Australia 💚💚

[@qfapodcastabouthowardstern]

I started out with an E-PM2 and graduated to this one and loved it to death, especially with the extra grip. I sold it to a friend and he's put it to great use. I moved onto the EM-1 mk I because I wanted to practically apply the weathersealing of the pro lenses but for just walking around the original E-M10 was truly great.

[@trishf29]

Love my EM10 iv. The tilt screen is fantastic and I miss it when transferring to my EM1 iii as I find its LV monitor annoying! The EM10 iv fits into my handbag so don’t have to carry a special camera case for it. Perfect for street photography.

[@robinwong]

Thanks Trish, and yes for street it just works so well!

[@aspoonfulofknowledge]

I learned a lot from watching your videos. Now I am going to buy one. Oh, and I am going to buy you some coffee! Keep up the great work!

[@D_R_Martin]

I bought an EM10 m2 in 2017 and have really enjoyed the camera not just for street shots but also portraits and even landscapes on occasion. I especially like that it works well with my canon lenses with the adapter. I mainly use the 50 mm 1.8. Anyway, great camera that has great color science and some decent lenses as well.

[@robinwong]

Yeah I really do love Olympus colors, something that is not discussed often enough!

[@lorenschwiderski]

Only thing missing is the ability to set the camera to a minimum shutter speed. Using a fast lens it might not be an issue, but you always run the risk using a shutter speed slower than required to freeze the action, when doing street photography (not street portraits). The positives however outweigh the negatives, and I do appreciate all metal body on the EM 10 mark II. These are good looking cameras. My favorite on the street is the Lumix GX-9 which has a setting for minimum shutter speed, a good dial setup, the newer 20MP sensor and engine, along with a rangefinder look and advantages. For a really - really light carry, the PEN PL-8 is super to use, mated with the Lumix 14mm lens. In a slightly heavier, slightly larger camera, the Canon RP, with the Canon Grip added, is great in hand, and the FF does have a bit more crop area ability. If a person desires a DSLR which is low priced, the Nikon D3500 takes great photos and has a long battery life. The focusing, and so many other benefits of the mirrorless systems, really makes the DSLR a limited choice, especially on the street. You simply get more keepers with say the GX-9 or any MFT camera compared to the DSLR, when shooting in a hurray -- things happen fast on the street. And I agree 100% that using zone focusing has too many limitations. Sometimes you want separation, and other times the light is low, you want to bumper that shutter speed. It is true zone can work out perfect as well -- what happens when the subject is not in the zone, but the shot is beaconing to be taken at that moment? The modern auto-focus is fast and accurate --- and yes, I mean contrast detect. Never have issues with contrast detect on any decent / modern MFT camera. And no, I am not using Lumix 20mm, and no longer using the Lumix 25mm f1.7 -- it got shelved. Keep smiling and pet the cats along the way, Loren

[@robinwong]

Yeah Olympus certainly made the E-M10 series as basic as possible. I think OM Digital Solutions should just beef up the customization on all their future cameras.

[@alfonsovegaiii]

I have the EM1 MKiii but been thinking of the em5 or em10 for travel. I’d prefer the smaller size but the weather sealing of the em5 makes it more tempting.

[@robinwong]

Go for the E-M5 then, it is still very small!

[@alfonsovegaiii]

@@robinwong That’s what I’ll probably end up doing, from the pics I’ve seen it looks like they’re about the same size with the em/om5 only being slightly bigger.

[@MO.NO84]

Hey Robin... true Words! Iam using the OMD EM10iv and im in love with this Camera. The best one for my Art of Urban/Street/Art Photography📷 And i WANT MY BOKEH tooooo😂❤

[@robinwong]

Yes don't touch my bokeh!

[@WSS_the_OG]

I have quite a few cameras, arguably "better" than E-M10, but the E-M10 is the one I keep taking out with me when I go walking or hiking. I know you're not supposed to use these in the rain, but I do, I have been for a while, and the camera still works fine. Mine is the IIIs, and while it's hardly perfect (what camera is?), it's really good and portable, and something I don't feel I have to overly careful with. Nice video!

[@jpprindle]

I LOVE my EM10mII!! Great little piece of kit, and even does well with my OG 4/3 lenses and adapter. Also, Robin is the GOAT of KZbin photog videos. Bravo, Sir!

[@robinwong]

Whoah, I do not deserve this, but thanks man

[@serebrenikovvadim]

Great video Ronin! I'm agree with you. My favourite street-photo kit is is e-pl8 + 17mm/1,8. This camera has all the performance of the OM-D E-M10 and has a smaller weight and size. And this lens is enough small enough, fast and have quickly turn manual focus.

[@RikuoNura383]

I use epl7 as you suggest a while ago

[@robinwong]

Sure, if you don't need a built in EVF

[@Maktheblade]

I have a Sony A7ii that I love, but I recently bought a refurbished Olympus e-m5 mark ii for street because, well, like you said - it's like a mini DSLR. I want to meld into the background when doing street, just observe and document. Plus this is so fun to shoot from the hip, and I can get away with it - the Sony isn't as big as a mirrored camera, but it's quite bulky with a decent lens.

[@robinwong]

Yeah to get decent glass, you need larger bulkier lenses, and that makes full frame setup much bigger.

[@CarlosTorralba272]

Hi Robin, I’ve just found your account and I think your videos are amazing!! Your passion and the way you share your knowledge are inspiring me to go out there and make many photos. Thank you very much from Spain!

[@GT-hk8dy]

Tilt screen is so important for me! I always shoot from the hip. I tried E-M5 III but the flip out screen was an instant return

[@TheNickss85]

Great Video! The EM10 is a great little camera, and you can get them on the used market for such a good price! I recently got a Mark 3 model with M.Zuiko 14-42mm and M.Zuiko 40-150mm for $330USD!!! what a price! and then had some more budget so found a Lumix 25mm F1.7 Prime for $75 USD. Picked Up some Filters and other accessory and in total around $485 USD, have an awesome little street kit! I think its pretty easy to find these deals at the moment. love the feel of this camera. You just want to take it out and start shooting!

[@robertsikes1683]

Thanks Robin. Great video and street images. I love my OM-D EM10iii and lens. Fits in my pocket with the pancake lenes and is a constant companion when hiking and camping. You reminded me of the great features that make it fun to use. One more advantage over full size DLSR camera if you ever mount it on a telescope - it is very light weight and has the tilt screen. Great for shooting moon, stars and birds.

[@rutayanx]

I used a grii and then moved to em5 mark iii. The autofocus is worlds apart for me. Em5 mark iii gets the focus almost always and always pin point sharp!

[@robinwong]

Indeed, fast AF matters!

[@Arcade1959]

Tank you for this video. I like your analyzes on the Mft format

[@prizepictures1]

The original EM10 is my most-used workhorse and still going strong!

[@robinwong]

Amazing!

[@prizepictures1]

@@robinwong : Thank you Robin. I think you’re pretty amazing too. Keep up the great work!

[@simonatterbury]

The EM10 MK III is my favourite every day use camera. I also have an EM1 MK II for more pro stuff, When I want to look touristy and get away with filming in places where you can get odd looks an EPL10 is great (it also has many other uses because of the brilliant tilt screen which is more versatile than the EM10's, Also from a suggestion from one of your previous videos I got out my old EPL1 and did some street photography around Piccadilly Circus, Soho and Covent Garden in London using the Panasonic 12-32 lens. Very pleased with the results and truly a pocket street photography camera (but don't use it for night street scenes unless you want motion blur or serious noise).

[@robinwong]

Yeah for everyday use, casual snaps, and street shooting, the E-M10 is quite a solid option

[@imunain]

I am in Valencia as a tourist for one week. Street and landscape with my em10 ii, 25 mm and 12-60 mm. Easy work. When I want to go even lighter, my g9x in my hand. No picture is missed :)

[@finnmortier4721]

this guy is great!!

[@bsuthe]

I recently "upgraded" my E-M10 Mk I with the E-M5 Mk III. The E-M10 was a bit too small for even my not particularly large hands, so both my E-M10 and E-M5 III have the ECG-1 and ECG-5 grips respectively. And I have the option of removing them if I need either to be smaller and lighter. I will say I prefer the simple tilting screen of the E-M10 to the more complex screen of the E-M5. I also find the built in flash of the E-M10 very convenient, as I almost never use flash except occasionally for fill. I would have bought the E-M10 Mk IV except Olympus does not make an accessory grip for it.

[@seanb480]

Love the Fotodiox grip on my EM10ii. Really makes it a comfortable hold in the hand!

[@robinwong]

If you need beefier grip and better handling there is the E-M1 series option!

[@seanb480]

@@robinwong I have been looking at the EM1! My only complaint of the EM10 is that is could be a bit larger. 😀

[@kwok-penglooi799]

I used to own a EM10-2 but gave it away to a friend when I bought my EM1-3. I agree it is very suitable for street photography and feels more natural in the hands than the Pen EPL1 that i was using prior to getting the EM10-2.

[@zijadzikedzehovic6206]

I got it as a gift from my friend, it is used, but still in a very good condition.

[@AP-RSI]

I'm using a OM-D E-M10 with a 14mm (Panasonic) lense. I'm absolute happy with it!

[@robinwong]

Very capable setup!

[@tobiasdavid3096]

I can‘t really decide between the M10 mark II, mark III or the mark IV. I like the metal of the Mark2, but the Mark3 has better IBIS whilst the Mark4 has the 20MP and is overally the most advanced. So I stayed with my M1 mark1.

[@robinwong]

Whichever you decide, you will love the camera!

[@curisoty07]

As an armature, I enjoy the em10 mark 2 a lot, it was affordable as well, compact and plenty of options. easy to use. I have focused more on lens and my holy trinity after many changes is : for wide 12-40 f 2.8 pro, super low light 17mm 1.8 and telephoto 40-150 f2.8 pro

[@parthgolhar]

Hello I want to buy em10 iii and getting a good deal. is it still a good camera as this is my first one? What would you suggest.

[@curisoty07]

@parthgolhar I have no camera experience to tell you which one you should go for, but for me, the em10 series are perfect, compact, easy to use, and pictures are of good quality. Find a lens to match your style and go for it. I would suggest either kit lens the 14 to 42 or the pro version 12 to 40 f2.8 or f4, as this will give you diversity to experiment with what style you like. Rather than going straight for a telephoto lense or fixed.

[@chrisbrown6432]

Well said Robin.

[@robinwong]

Thanks!

[@IanWheldale]

I bought a second-hand EM10 Mk1 a couple of years ago for under £100, a bit battered and worn but takes great images. Recently I got a second-hand EM10 mk3 which looks like new and cost around £150. I love these cameras for street photography (also got a E-PL8) as well as other genres. I still use my GH5 for videos though.

[@robinwong]

These cameras are so cheap now, yet they deliver so much value and performance!

[@bryanteehee682]

How is the autofocus performance on your em10 mk1?

[@IanWheldale]

@@bryanteehee682 I must admit I haven't used it since I got the mk3 but it worked fine. I didn't find there to be a marked difference between the two.

[@bryanteehee682]

@@IanWheldale I see okay, was wondering as I have been eyeing used Em10 mk 1s on the used market for street as an upgrade from my dads old canon eos 60d which has gotten extremely mouldy.

[@alangamble3236]

Hi Robin, the reason I love my EM1 mki is because of the tilt screen. Absolutely great for the use of vintage lenses as is the EM10 mkii. Personally I think the em10 mkii is better than the mkiii & mkiv versions as it is more customisable.

[@robinwong]

It all comes down to what you look for in the cameras. The E-M10 Mark IV has newer 20MP image sensor, more powerful 5-Axis IS, better AF, and has 4K video capability, which the earlier versions lack. So if you don't need these features/upgrades, the older versions should be more than good enough

[@HR-wd6cw]

I have to say that m4/3 is almost the perfect fit for street photography. The cameras are smaller, lighter, and generally less expensive than a FF or even some APSC cameras, which makes it perfect for street, and most people (ie. thieves on the street) don't perceive a m4/3 camera like the M10 or a Panasonic GX85 for example, as a huge profit item, although they might still try to snatch it up from you, but its not as appealing as say a FF camera worth thousands. I have to say because of this channel, I went out and bought a (used) m4/3 camera for this purpose and frankly, it's made the experience more enjoyable. (Since I paid very little for the camera, I can enjoy my street photography and not be as worried about who is going to try to steal my expensive camera. If it gets stolen, it sucks, but it's also not thousands of dollars lost -- maybe $200 or so, so I can be less worried about the camera and focus on shooting). Plus when it comes to modern m4/3 cameras (or we'll say ones made in the last 6-7+ years) they have competitive features and specs of their more expensive siblings, like good AF tracking, IBIS and good lens support from multiple mfrs (in fact, lens support for m4/3 is better than some of these newer mirrorless systems from Canon and NIkon, but that's partially because they started from scratch about 4 years ago whereas m4/3 has been around for much longer and is more or less an "open" mount with lots of third party support which makes the overall format and systems that much more beneficial). That being said, I picked up a used Pan GF1 really cheap but would ideally like to get an M10 III or IV at some point (probably used; I prefer the EVF to be honest).

[@robinwong]

Yeah that is true, having something smaller, less expensive works very well for street. A camera that does not look too serious, invites less trouble! Very good point there.

[@xxxxtripxxxxOSG]

I have an original E-M10 that I picked up about a year ago for a really good price. Because of it I sold my Nikon D5300. While I could technically get better and higher resolution photos with the Nikon, I found it was far harder and required so much editing of the RAW images to even match the JPEG output of the EM10. I also shoot RAW with the EM10 but spend much less time in OM Workspace. All of my favorite digital portraits and pictures of my family have been with the EM10. It has also been my experience that the range of quality with Olympus lenses is much better than Nikon lenses. All of the Olympus lenses I have used have had at least good quality, with my favorite being the 45mm F1.8, while I have used some real stinkers of Nikon lenses, including a 35mm F1.8 that had atrocious CA. I recently ordered a used E-M1 body to use for some wildlife photography.

[@robinwong]

Yeah, it is not just about the image sensor, but the overall combination of system - image processing (RAW) and also lens quality which you have already described that contributed to the final results.

[@AlexB-km7os]

Got a em10 IIIs brand new, along with 25 and 45mm primes. I also have D750 with set of primes and 2.8 zooms. While Olympus is smaller, files are typically has low dynamic range, very hard to tweak them in LR, has significant amount of noise and lack of details and microcontrast. Also body heats up outdoors very fast and battery life leaves to be desired. That all is very sad, because I love form factor, size, weight, build quality, excellent white balance and great colors.

[@jensfriedrich3269]

Great Video as always Robin! I just want to add that the EM10 Mark 2 adds the electronic shutter which is so helpful in street photography for candit shots as well as portraits as you can use extremely high shutter speed. For me personally the EM10 M2 is the perfect of all the EM10 Series because the electronic shutter is accessible for all modes. unfortunately this was changed for the M3 and M4 where you can use electronic shutter just in P mode. Thanks for the amazing content Jens

[@cmartin_ok]

MkII also added 5 axis stabilisation. The original E-M10 only has 3-axis stabilisation, and the E-PL range also only have 3-axis stabilisation

[@raphaelgamard159]

I agree with you. For me Olympus has never done better than the 10markii in the omd e-m10 series: the quality of the materials, the functions assigned to the buttons and the tilting screen. With the arrival of the 10 markiii and 10markIV the menus have become restricted and the buttons less customizable, no more direct access to the choice of collimator (you must first click on the right)

[@Jonathan-hu3lk]

They did release an e-m10iiis which enabled electronic shutter in all manual modes. It’s a shame they didn’t just do it as a firmware update for the M3 and I’m surprised it’s not on the M4. Although it’s a very quiet shutter anyway and barely noticeable in street, but admittedly it would be useful for other situations. I believe the M2 also allows for the use of shutter remote cables, but the M3 relies on WiFi. I have the M3 and would prefer the option of a remote cable release over WiFi, but I have other cameras. It’ll be interesting to see what OM Systems deliver to this lineup.

[@andreatilli6227]

​@@Jonathan-hu3lkAny guess on when they will release an om-10 ?

[@robinwong]

While I appreciate the inclusion of electronic shutter in the E-M10 series cameras, the readout is just too slow for my shoots. E-M1 Mark II solves the problem, and has less jello effect (caused by rolling shutter).

[@juandaferrando9061]

Totally agree with you,people say its an entry level camera so "it cant be good". I have been using an EM 10 Mk ll for over 4 years and its great (it was,sadly the camera does not work well anymore due to serious AF and shutter lag problems 😭) Now lm waiting for a EM 5 Mk lll but l think will continue shooting with the old one using manual focus. I can test manual lenses too,have to see the positive point 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@robinwong]

Sorry to hear about the AF issues. Did you send it in for repair?

[@eltinjones4542]

I've a Panasonic Lumix GX9 which has both an articulating EVF and LCD screen. Helpful in all lighting situations 📷👍

[@robinwong]

I much prefer the EVF to be at the same axis as the lens, not to the side of the camera

[@SljakaSezonac]

I prefer using my E PL2 for street photography. Em 10 mark 2 is also very good and I agree with you but E PL is smaller and I can put it in the pocket. Only in the summer I use only EM 10 II because when the sun is bright I can't see anything on LCD. I don't use autofocus often because I have many manual lens and use it with my Olympuses.

[@johntruman6571]

Hi Robin. I have used my black E-M10 mark 1 for street photography for some years now. I shoot mostly in black and white, in London, using Monochrome, Grainy Film or one of Rob Trek's Acros emulations. I get great results. Interestingly, my favourite lens is the 45 mm f1.8. I sometimes use the 25 mm, but when checking back over time, my best images are with the 45 mm. Keep it up Robin and thanks! John

[@Gatz2]

Bravo, Robin!!

[@stephengregory6598]

Totally agree. However I upgraded from the em10 ii to the iv. Big mistake. A lot less functions for more money. For example, user pre-sets no longer available, Now have to manually change set up for different type of images instead of one click button. The ability to attach remote control etc. Have to use inbuilt WIFI with phone App. The list goes on. I miss the Mk ii. Have gone through 3 14-42 mm lenses all with the same problem. Having said that I still love the OMD em10. Great results from a small and light Camera.

[@jarihuikari8921]

I haven't done much street photography. I think my E-PL series cameras are quite good for that. They have tilt screen and possibility to change lens. I can manage without EVF which they don't have.

[@robinwong]

Yeah if you can live without EVF, then go for the PEN cameras

[@rpdee7344]

6/19/23 I own the OM 10 M2 and find I like using it more than my OM-D 1 or 5 M1. The only issue I have with it is the hand grip should be larger for holding it, I did purchase an after market grip which helps some but can be an issue when changing batteries or memory cards. The photos are top notch even with the kit lenses that meet my needs. The only other issues is that i wish it had like my Sony Bridge camera built in GPS to record where photos were taken so I can got to Google Maps ans pretty accurately determine the exact location od where the photo was taken. Even though my OM-D 10 M2 is an older model even in 2023 I would be hard pressed to echange it for a newer model, unless it were the new OM-1 with the duel cards and AI built in.

[@robinwong]

I'd argue that the E-M10 was intentionally made to be smaller. For those who need better handling and ergonomics, and treasure beefier hand gripping, there are E-M1 series cameras!

[@bastian.michel]

Hey Robin, im a longtime follower and so happy that you represent mFT so well. I would be happy if you review more Panasonic bodies. And compare them to Olympus.

[@robinwong]

I have reviewed GH4, G9, GM1, LX100, LX10, LZ8. No comparison, that's digging my own grave. No fans (from either Olympus or Panasonic) want to hear anything bad about their camera and they will come straight for my head.

[@bastian.michel]

@@robinwong so true 😁😁😁

[@ElusiveFrame]

This line of cameras by Olympus was always tempting for me. 😮 Definitely would get one if I didn't go the Gx9 route. 😎

[@robinwong]

You should give it a try if you have a chance

[@ElusiveFrame]

@@robinwong It's totally in my list! 😬

[@dschumbonn]

I want my bokeh! And my bokeh is important! Don't take that away from me! -- Robin Wong, street philosopher, 2023 --

[@bradleyeid9260]

Pre-MF focus mode makes the EM-5 MKIII a better street camera then the EM-10's or older EM5 models. Pre-MF allows zone focusing with any AF lens including my favorite street lenses: Lumix 14m F.25 and Zuiko 17mm F2.8. The EM5 MKIII also has great phase-detect autofocus whereas the EM10 has contrast-detect. To be fair, I am not sure if PDAF vs CDAF makes much difference in street photography. The weather sealing of the EM5 is comforting. With a non-weather sealed pancake lens, the camera can be used to shield the lens from rain in the few seconds the camera is out of pocket exposed to weather. BTW I enjoy your videos.

[@robinwong]

The AF on the camera is already so good, I don't bother with setting up pre-MF. Just point the camera and click, and I have not missed any shots (I have plenty of photos on this channel to prove that).