OM-System 90mm F3.5 Macro Review: A Fantastic Macro Lens for Photographers

[@outfoxthefox]

I pre-ordered it, and it is very good. I like super quality and it is. If you do macro now & then & you can afford it, it would be silly not to add it to your collection.

[@_benjimouse_]

Did you get the wrong image at the point you compared f8 versus focus stacked?

[@EmberSkyMedia]

yeah, that's clearly the wrong image.

[@drewcrawford3211]

Yup 100% is XD

[@mitchellwarren5998]

This cracked me UP when it popped up lol.

[@weizenobstmusli8232]

21 fps focus bracketing at 1:4 macro!! That means handheld focus stacks.

[@misha4422]

I have been using this (recently purchased) lens on my Panasonic Lumix G9M2. It works, but there are differences. Of course, OIS from the lens does not work with a Lumix body. But, G9M2 IBIS works just fine. The Function button on the side of the lens does not appear in any G9M2 menu. I find the 1/4 turn manual focus ring on the 90mm of limited value. While it does allow changing the focus plane quickly, it is kind of impossible to use it to achieve precise focus. The focus jumps in small steps. IT WILL allow you to get close (useful to getting in the macro focus range you want), then you can push the clutch in. And, if you have the camera in MF mode, use the focus focus ring to have fine manual focus control. Auto Focus works fine with the G9M2 (though so far it feels slower to achieve focus than with a native Lumix lens), with none of the step jumps of the lens manual focus ring, and the focus range switch on the lens helps limit where you are trying to focus. Using the Focus Bracket feature on the G9M2 works with the 90MM Macro, allowing sets to be created for later focus stacking in software. I've been experimenting with the Focus Bracket settings, steps and image count, both using the Manual and E-shutter. Speedy lens. With my Lumix cameras I have many pleasing macros with my 30mm Lumix Macro lens (1 to 1). I am still getting use to the additional magnification and looking for suitable subjects to take advantage of that.

[@fernandoguerrero2895]

Very good review!

[@paulmcwilliams8641]

I watched this all the way through for the focus breathing performance. Ho hum I'll have to watch somebody elses's.

[@roastpigeon9511]

great review

[@HotGates]

Great video I have been considering the OM-1 and this lens but how would it compare to the Canon R7 with the RF 100 f2.8 Macro?

[@klackon1]

I have owned a Canon 100mm f2.8 macro, a Sigma 180mm f2.8 OS macro and Sony 90mm f2.8 macro, and I have to say that my new OMS 90mm f3.5 IS macro easily matches them optically and surpasses them in versatility. This is a Pro series lens and the Pro range is fantastic. I also own two OM1 bodies, one set up for birding and general wildlife, the other for macro. I would not have any other camera on the market - and I previously owned a Sony A9 and A7R4.

[@HotGates]

@@klackon1 HI that's great to hear, See I have the Canon R7 and I just bought the Canon R3 and I was deciding between the R3 or OM-1 but picked the R3 because of the Full frame, Truth be told that tiny sensor on the OM-1 kind of scares me for some reason, But I still have a week before I can exchange the R3 for another camera, Here in the States you have a 2 week period to take it back, So I'm kind of confused into what to do.

[@jonbarnard7186]

Just before this lens came out I bought the Nikon Z 105mm 2.8 macro for my Z camera. Now I'm wishing I hadn't. I currently use the 60mm macro on my OM1, a nice lens, but not as nice as this 90. I think OMD hit it out of the park with this lens. I know I will buy this lens eventually. It's calling my name.

[@MichaelGerrard]

It would've been nice to see the in-camera stacking results. This 90mm is very big and expensive. My 60mm is still the best ever lens to me.

[@selewachm]

Just bought mine for $200 off.

[@TheNarrowbandChannel]

In camera stacking example is here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/an-9ZHp7h7Kam7Msi=36-PYhgHGBDSNh33&t=535

[@Mark-ks9jj]

A nice balanced, highly informative review of this amazing lens, well done. Just picked mine up yesterday for insect macro work, cant wait to get out in the field!

[@randomstuff53078]

Have you found a compatible flashing wireless trigger that works with the Om-1 and 90 mm

[@tkarlmann]

Why wouldn't you use the 2X Digital Teleconverter in the OM-1?

[@chetanunindracusin664]

Great len I am enjoy it well made

[@EmberSkyMedia]

Honestly, I'll still leaning towards the 60mm Macro. Mainly as its 1/4 of the price.

[@klackon1]

It's a marvellous lens, but I traded mine in for a 90mm f3.5 IS macro, and it's a stunning lens. Pin sharp and so versatile. At a native 2 x mag I'm seeing parts of flora and fauna I have not seen before. I am rubbish at moving the lens backward and forward in order to obtain focus, so 1:1 handheld with the 60mm f2.8 was almost impossible for me. I am having no trouble at 1:1 and 2:1 with the IS and AF of the 90mm. It's horses for courses though. If you are happy with the 60mm why change.

[@florianbachmann8793]

Thanks for the top quality video!

[@lawoei]

Will Chris come back after dpreview shutters?

[@simpedros4766]

They have gone to petapixel

[@joeprete7424]

Maybe, …if they ever offer a rebate!

[@aakinaalin]

useless lens

[@highwayman1224]

Kind of like your worthless comment twinkle toes...