Om System OM-1 Mirrorless Camera
The Stacked BSI sensor is a quantum leap in image quality. The new sensor delivers spectacular resolution, barely perceptible noise, vivid colours and razor-sharp imaging performance. Whether you're using an OM SYSTEM camera or an Olympus OM-D, PEN or other compatible model, you'll benefit from all the advantages of the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) standard: a compact, lightweight design for more photographic freedom, as well as first-class image quality and ease of use are just some of them. Thanks to the new Stacked BSI Live MOS sensor with and TruePic X, the OM-1 achieves a breathtaking 120 frames per second in RAW format. So you'll never miss an important moment again. Shooting indoors or in low light is no longer a problem: the standard ISO sensitivity range of 25,600 to 102,400 (expanded) ensures crisp, clear images. With up to 8 stops of exposure compensation and world-leading image stabilisation technology, you can shoot without a tripod - even at slow shutter speeds. No camera can do without a processor. OM SYSTEM uses a state-of-the-art TruePic X processor with lightning-fast processing - so you can capture any subject effortlessly. Every shot is a bull's eye. Quad Pixel AF has 1,053 cross-type focus points and 100% accurate focusing across the entire frame. This allows you to reliably capture subjects of all kinds. Shoot a full movie. The OM-1 has extensive video capabilities, including high bit-rate and multi-frame recording, as well as shooting in RAW format. Work much faster. OM SYSTEM has completely redesigned its menu to make it even more intuitive. This makes it easier than ever to find the right settings and always take the perfect photo.
The Stacked BSI sensor is a quantum leap in image quality. The new sensor delivers spectacular resolution, barely perceptible noise, vivid colours and razor-sharp imaging performance. Whether you're using an OM SYSTEM camera or an Olympus OM-D, PEN or other compatible model, you'll benefit from all the advantages of the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) standard: a compact, lightweight design for more photographic freedom, as well as first-class image quality and ease of use are just some of them. Thanks to the new Stacked BSI Live MOS sensor with and TruePic X, the OM-1 achieves a breathtaking 120 frames per second in RAW format. So you'll never miss an important moment again. Shooting indoors or in low light is no longer a problem: the standard ISO sensitivity range of 25,600 to 102,400 (expanded) ensures crisp, clear images. With up to 8 stops of exposure compensation and world-leading image stabilisation technology, you can shoot without a tripod - even at slow shutter speeds. No camera can do without a processor. OM SYSTEM uses a state-of-the-art TruePic X processor with lightning-fast processing - so you can capture any subject effortlessly. Every shot is a bull's eye. Quad Pixel AF has 1,053 cross-type focus points and 100% accurate focusing across the entire frame. This allows you to reliably capture subjects of all kinds. Shoot a full movie. The OM-1 has extensive video capabilities, including high bit-rate and multi-frame recording, as well as shooting in RAW format. Work much faster. OM SYSTEM has completely redesigned its menu to make it even more intuitive. This makes it easier than ever to find the right settings and always take the perfect photo.
The Stacked BSI sensor is a quantum leap in image quality. The new sensor delivers spectacular resolution, barely perceptible noise, vivid colours and razor-sharp imaging performance. Whether you're using an OM SYSTEM camera or an Olympus OM-D, PEN or other compatible model, you'll benefit from all the advantages of the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) standard: a compact, lightweight design for more photographic freedom, as well as first-class image quality and ease of use are just some of them. Thanks to the new Stacked BSI Live MOS sensor with and TruePic X, the OM-1 achieves a breathtaking 120 frames per second in RAW format. So you'll never miss an important moment again. Shooting indoors or in low light is no longer a problem: the standard ISO sensitivity range of 25,600 to 102,400 (expanded) ensures crisp, clear images. With up to 8 stops of exposure compensation and world-leading image stabilisation technology, you can shoot without a tripod - even at slow shutter speeds. No camera can do without a processor. OM SYSTEM uses a state-of-the-art TruePic X processor with lightning-fast processing - so you can capture any subject effortlessly. Every shot is a bull's eye. Quad Pixel AF has 1,053 cross-type focus points and 100% accurate focusing across the entire frame. This allows you to reliably capture subjects of all kinds. Shoot a full movie. The OM-1 has extensive video capabilities, including high bit-rate and multi-frame recording, as well as shooting in RAW format. Work much faster. OM SYSTEM has completely redesigned its menu to make it even more intuitive. This makes it easier than ever to find the right settings and always take the perfect photo.
The Stacked BSI sensor is a quantum leap in image quality. The new sensor delivers spectacular resolution, barely perceptible noise, vivid colours and razor-sharp imaging performance. Whether you're using an OM SYSTEM camera or an Olympus OM-D, PEN or other compatible model, you'll benefit from all the advantages of the Micro Four Thirds (MFT) standard: a compact, lightweight design for more photographic freedom, as well as first-class image quality and ease of use are just some of them. Thanks to the new Stacked BSI Live MOS sensor with and TruePic X, the OM-1 achieves a breathtaking 120 frames per second in RAW format. So you'll never miss an important moment again. Shooting indoors or in low light is no longer a problem: the standard ISO sensitivity range of 25,600 to 102,400 (expanded) ensures crisp, clear images. With up to 8 stops of exposure compensation and world-leading image stabilisation technology, you can shoot without a tripod - even at slow shutter speeds. No camera can do without a processor. OM SYSTEM uses a state-of-the-art TruePic X processor with lightning-fast processing - so you can capture any subject effortlessly. Every shot is a bull's eye. Quad Pixel AF has 1,053 cross-type focus points and 100% accurate focusing across the entire frame. This allows you to reliably capture subjects of all kinds. Shoot a full movie. The OM-1 has extensive video capabilities, including high bit-rate and multi-frame recording, as well as shooting in RAW format. Work much faster. OM SYSTEM has completely redesigned its menu to make it even more intuitive. This makes it easier than ever to find the right settings and always take the perfect photo.
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To be frank, for the money this is not the camera where pixel count or image quality is the only deciding factor. The image quality especially at high ISOs is certainly better than its predecessors, but not going to beat a $2000 full frame camera still.brbrWith that said, if you're a photographer whose top priority is about capturing the moment with advanced techniques while having a comparative light setup then this is currently one of the best cameras. Some examples:brbr- Long exposure daytime photography like waterfalls? 6-stop LiveND that works regardless of whatever lens + 7-stop IBIS for handheldbr- Wildlife photography? AI-subject detection and tracking + ProCapture @ 25+ fps to capture before and after full shutter pressed imagesbr- Macro ... MoreTo be frank, for the money this is not the camera where pixel count or image quality is the only deciding factor. The image quality especially at high ISOs is certainly better than its predecessors, but not going to beat a $2000 full frame camera still.brbrWith that said, if you're a photographer whose top priority is about capturing the moment with advanced techniques while having a comparative light setup then this is currently one of the best cameras. Some examples:brbr- Long exposure daytime photography like waterfalls? 6-stop LiveND that works regardless of whatever lens + 7-stop IBIS for handheldbr- Wildlife photography? AI-subject detection and tracking + ProCapture @ 25+ fps to capture before and after full shutter pressed imagesbr- Macro photography? Built-in focus stacking mode with 5 second to process and stack 10+ imagesbr- Astrophotography? Starry AF + improved IQ @ ISO 6400-12800 makes it way easier and viablebr- Light painting / fireworks / night time long exposure photography? LiveComposite is still easily one of the bestbrbrThere are cameras that can do one or a few of the things above, but not many that can do all of the above, which is the key differentiator for this camera along with the great ergonomics that makes it a very fun camera to shoot with. Car-analogy wise this would be like a roadster; it's not going to win an engine race, but it's a very fun driving experience and you'll still get to your destination.brbrFor existing E-M1 Mk3 owners that already has access to most of the above features, the main notable upgrades that can be appealing are:br- Improved AF when using subject tracking. Try taking photos of your cat/dog and you'll immensely appreciate the improvement.br- Better high ISO performance @ 3200 and beyond.br- Faster processing + readout speed in general and especially high-resolution mode that makes it more viable as a general shooting mode- 4k video @ 60 fps with 10-bit H.265. A newer codec that offers better video quality and 2x the frame rate at half the data consumption (150 Mbps vs 300 Mbps needed for the older 8-bit H.264) does make this more appealing as a general video camera.brbrThis camera may not be the right camera for everyone, but if you're into advanced photography you'll most certainly appreciate the possibilities that this camera brings out.
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My prior m4/3 camera was the OM-D E-M1 II. The OM-1 is a significant upgrade in nearly every key function.1. Autofocus - subject recognition is state of the art. It identifies subjects at long distances and follows them within the frame and maintains focus throughout a sequence of shots.2. Dynamic range - while the sensor may be slightly better than its predecessor, the real advancement in shadow noise and high ISO noise is the addition of multi-shot composites to the camera's feature set. Both handheld high resolution and in-camera ND filters result in significant reduction in noise of all types. An 8-stop ND filter outputs a raw file with far more dynamic range than any full frame sensor. A HHHR file also show dramatic improvements in shadow noise/dynamic ... MoreMy prior m4/3 camera was the OM-D E-M1 II. The OM-1 is a significant upgrade in nearly every key function.1. Autofocus - subject recognition is state of the art. It identifies subjects at long distances and follows them within the frame and maintains focus throughout a sequence of shots.2. Dynamic range - while the sensor may be slightly better than its predecessor, the real advancement in shadow noise and high ISO noise is the addition of multi-shot composites to the camera's feature set. Both handheld high resolution and in-camera ND filters result in significant reduction in noise of all types. An 8-stop ND filter outputs a raw file with far more dynamic range than any full frame sensor. A HHHR file also show dramatic improvements in shadow noise/dynamic range.3. Four custom settings banks and a custom menu (myset) allow for 4 completely different sets ups, including button assignments.4. A special display to help control camera shake during slow shutter speed exposures.5. Finally, a well thought out menu system.Minor nits-1. I don't like in-camera battery charging so I bought an aftermarket battery charger.2. For my hands the two front buttons next to the lens mount are almost unusable. Just too hard to push.
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If you name a brand and model of camera over the last 20 years I've either owned or used it. There have been many standouts from Canon, Nikon and Sony I've used. Most recently I had a Canon R5 and admired both its focus capabilities as well as it's resolution. I was compelled to try out an OM-1 when B&H happened to have it in stock in June. I directly compared the hand held high resolution samples to the results from the Canon R5. As hard as it may be to realize (as it was for me at the time), the OM-1's image was not only just as detailed but even the color outdid the Canon, go figure.These days so many people are so enamored with more megapixels as if it renders a camera automatically superior. This proved right from the get go that was NOT the case. The focus ... MoreIf you name a brand and model of camera over the last 20 years I've either owned or used it. There have been many standouts from Canon, Nikon and Sony I've used. Most recently I had a Canon R5 and admired both its focus capabilities as well as it's resolution. I was compelled to try out an OM-1 when B&H happened to have it in stock in June. I directly compared the hand held high resolution samples to the results from the Canon R5. As hard as it may be to realize (as it was for me at the time), the OM-1's image was not only just as detailed but even the color outdid the Canon, go figure.These days so many people are so enamored with more megapixels as if it renders a camera automatically superior. This proved right from the get go that was NOT the case. The focus capabilities of the OM-1 properly set up will deliver focus speeds right there with the best of them. But some folks simply didn't set up their OM-1s for optimum results. The ONLY thing I want upgraded on the OM is tightening up the human face/eye detection which at a reasonable distance (12 feet or less) is perfect. But beyond that it's not a match for Sony nor Canon in that regard. For animals and other items it IS. The color rendition from the OM-1 using DXO Photolab is simply superb and very accurate indeed. For landscapes and skin tones it can't be beat. I'm also finding cropping with my OM-1 is NO issue retaining detail and low noise. I have shot right up to ISO 12,800 and wiped out any grain but retained detail using both DXO or Topaz, so noise is a NON issue. The lowered weight and bulk sure is welcome. I have a 8-25 f4 Pro, 12-40 f2.8 pro, 12-100 f4 Pro, 40-150 f2.8 Pro and Olympus 100-400 lenses and each one of them is sharp corner to corner throughout their entire ranges. I've never gotten that from a Canon, Nikon or Sony lens before. All I can say is the OM system is remarkable. And if one reports issues, it's THEM not the camera (unless it's outright defective).
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Crop Factor | 2x |
| Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Metering Range | -2 to 20 EV |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Olympus Om System Om-1 20.4mp Mirrorless Camera -1129 Cuts- 11594
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To be frank, for the money this is not the camera where pixel count or image quality is the only deciding factor. The image quality especially at high ISOs is certainly better than its predecessors, but not going to beat a $2000 full frame camera still.brbrWith that said, if you're a photographer whose top priority is about capturing the moment with advanced techniques while having a comparative light setup then this is currently one of the best cameras. Some examples:brbr- Long exposure daytime photography like waterfalls? 6-stop LiveND that works regardless of whatever lens + 7-stop IBIS for handheldbr- Wildlife photography? AI-subject detection and tracking + ProCapture @ 25+ fps to capture before and after full shutter pressed imagesbr- Macro ... MoreTo be frank, for the money this is not the camera where pixel count or image quality is the only deciding factor. The image quality especially at high ISOs is certainly better than its predecessors, but not going to beat a $2000 full frame camera still.brbrWith that said, if you're a photographer whose top priority is about capturing the moment with advanced techniques while having a comparative light setup then this is currently one of the best cameras. Some examples:brbr- Long exposure daytime photography like waterfalls? 6-stop LiveND that works regardless of whatever lens + 7-stop IBIS for handheldbr- Wildlife photography? AI-subject detection and tracking + ProCapture @ 25+ fps to capture before and after full shutter pressed imagesbr- Macro photography? Built-in focus stacking mode with 5 second to process and stack 10+ imagesbr- Astrophotography? Starry AF + improved IQ @ ISO 6400-12800 makes it way easier and viablebr- Light painting / fireworks / night time long exposure photography? LiveComposite is still easily one of the bestbrbrThere are cameras that can do one or a few of the things above, but not many that can do all of the above, which is the key differentiator for this camera along with the great ergonomics that makes it a very fun camera to shoot with. Car-analogy wise this would be like a roadster; it's not going to win an engine race, but it's a very fun driving experience and you'll still get to your destination.brbrFor existing E-M1 Mk3 owners that already has access to most of the above features, the main notable upgrades that can be appealing are:br- Improved AF when using subject tracking. Try taking photos of your cat/dog and you'll immensely appreciate the improvement.br- Better high ISO performance @ 3200 and beyond.br- Faster processing + readout speed in general and especially high-resolution mode that makes it more viable as a general shooting mode- 4k video @ 60 fps with 10-bit H.265. A newer codec that offers better video quality and 2x the frame rate at half the data consumption (150 Mbps vs 300 Mbps needed for the older 8-bit H.264) does make this more appealing as a general video camera.brbrThis camera may not be the right camera for everyone, but if you're into advanced photography you'll most certainly appreciate the possibilities that this camera brings out.
My prior m4/3 camera was the OM-D E-M1 II. The OM-1 is a significant upgrade in nearly every key function.1. Autofocus - subject recognition is state of the art. It identifies subjects at long distances and follows them within the frame and maintains focus throughout a sequence of shots.2. Dynamic range - while the sensor may be slightly better than its predecessor, the real advancement in shadow noise and high ISO noise is the addition of multi-shot composites to the camera's feature set. Both handheld high resolution and in-camera ND filters result in significant reduction in noise of all types. An 8-stop ND filter outputs a raw file with far more dynamic range than any full frame sensor. A HHHR file also show dramatic improvements in shadow noise/dynamic ... MoreMy prior m4/3 camera was the OM-D E-M1 II. The OM-1 is a significant upgrade in nearly every key function.1. Autofocus - subject recognition is state of the art. It identifies subjects at long distances and follows them within the frame and maintains focus throughout a sequence of shots.2. Dynamic range - while the sensor may be slightly better than its predecessor, the real advancement in shadow noise and high ISO noise is the addition of multi-shot composites to the camera's feature set. Both handheld high resolution and in-camera ND filters result in significant reduction in noise of all types. An 8-stop ND filter outputs a raw file with far more dynamic range than any full frame sensor. A HHHR file also show dramatic improvements in shadow noise/dynamic range.3. Four custom settings banks and a custom menu (myset) allow for 4 completely different sets ups, including button assignments.4. A special display to help control camera shake during slow shutter speed exposures.5. Finally, a well thought out menu system.Minor nits-1. I don't like in-camera battery charging so I bought an aftermarket battery charger.2. For my hands the two front buttons next to the lens mount are almost unusable. Just too hard to push.
If you name a brand and model of camera over the last 20 years I've either owned or used it. There have been many standouts from Canon, Nikon and Sony I've used. Most recently I had a Canon R5 and admired both its focus capabilities as well as it's resolution. I was compelled to try out an OM-1 when B&H happened to have it in stock in June. I directly compared the hand held high resolution samples to the results from the Canon R5. As hard as it may be to realize (as it was for me at the time), the OM-1's image was not only just as detailed but even the color outdid the Canon, go figure.These days so many people are so enamored with more megapixels as if it renders a camera automatically superior. This proved right from the get go that was NOT the case. The focus ... MoreIf you name a brand and model of camera over the last 20 years I've either owned or used it. There have been many standouts from Canon, Nikon and Sony I've used. Most recently I had a Canon R5 and admired both its focus capabilities as well as it's resolution. I was compelled to try out an OM-1 when B&H happened to have it in stock in June. I directly compared the hand held high resolution samples to the results from the Canon R5. As hard as it may be to realize (as it was for me at the time), the OM-1's image was not only just as detailed but even the color outdid the Canon, go figure.These days so many people are so enamored with more megapixels as if it renders a camera automatically superior. This proved right from the get go that was NOT the case. The focus capabilities of the OM-1 properly set up will deliver focus speeds right there with the best of them. But some folks simply didn't set up their OM-1s for optimum results. The ONLY thing I want upgraded on the OM is tightening up the human face/eye detection which at a reasonable distance (12 feet or less) is perfect. But beyond that it's not a match for Sony nor Canon in that regard. For animals and other items it IS. The color rendition from the OM-1 using DXO Photolab is simply superb and very accurate indeed. For landscapes and skin tones it can't be beat. I'm also finding cropping with my OM-1 is NO issue retaining detail and low noise. I have shot right up to ISO 12,800 and wiped out any grain but retained detail using both DXO or Topaz, so noise is a NON issue. The lowered weight and bulk sure is welcome. I have a 8-25 f4 Pro, 12-40 f2.8 pro, 12-100 f4 Pro, 40-150 f2.8 Pro and Olympus 100-400 lenses and each one of them is sharp corner to corner throughout their entire ranges. I've never gotten that from a Canon, Nikon or Sony lens before. All I can say is the OM system is remarkable. And if one reports issues, it's THEM not the camera (unless it's outright defective).
This is my first mirrorless camera and second camera I've shot since 2014. From 2014 up until a few months ago I was shooting exclusively with a Pentax K-5. I went into B&H and spoke with Lou for a good while. I wanted to really like the K-3iii but the OM-1 caught my eye for a number of reasons.First, the articulated screen is a game changer-I know there are photographers who don't feel like they need them, or find them gimmicky and I say, to each their own. For me, articulated screens are a useful and now necessary tool.Second, focus peaking and magnification are mandatory for me. I enjoy shooting manually and some of the best glass around doesn't have auto focus, throw in the articulated screen and you've got a combination made to perform.Third, weight. ... MoreThis is my first mirrorless camera and second camera I've shot since 2014. From 2014 up until a few months ago I was shooting exclusively with a Pentax K-5. I went into B&H and spoke with Lou for a good while. I wanted to really like the K-3iii but the OM-1 caught my eye for a number of reasons.First, the articulated screen is a game changer-I know there are photographers who don't feel like they need them, or find them gimmicky and I say, to each their own. For me, articulated screens are a useful and now necessary tool.Second, focus peaking and magnification are mandatory for me. I enjoy shooting manually and some of the best glass around doesn't have auto focus, throw in the articulated screen and you've got a combination made to perform.Third, weight. DSLRs are heavier. At this point I've got two lenses for my OM-1; the 25mm f/1.2 PRO and the 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO. The camera with either of these is light enough to make a difference. After a 2 hour shoot with a DSLR and a 24-70mm (or it's APC equivalent) and my thumbs and hands feel it. No thanks.Lastly, the computational abilities of this camera help me to get more done while shooting which means less time in front of a screen for post. It really seems like I've entered the 21st century proper with this camera. I'm confident in its abilities to hold up and serve for the years to come and look forward to making some my best images ever with it in my tool belt.
I have waited 3 months before I reviewed my OM 1 so that my comments were from experience with camera ... and not just first impressions.Overall, the OM 1 is an excellent pro level camera. The Improved Processor and Menu layout are the major improvements from previous model. The new menu is very similar to the previous models and very easy to learn. The increased pixel count EVF is also a major improvement. Animal recognition, was a new feature for me, and works very well. When I combine my OM Zuiko lens with the OM 1 body, I create sharp, excellent images covering many different types of photography (landscapes, animals, people, sports, macro, etc.). Therefore, for me, the biggest OM 1 difference is the faster processor and brighter EVF. Animal recognition is a ... MoreI have waited 3 months before I reviewed my OM 1 so that my comments were from experience with camera ... and not just first impressions.Overall, the OM 1 is an excellent pro level camera. The Improved Processor and Menu layout are the major improvements from previous model. The new menu is very similar to the previous models and very easy to learn. The increased pixel count EVF is also a major improvement. Animal recognition, was a new feature for me, and works very well. When I combine my OM Zuiko lens with the OM 1 body, I create sharp, excellent images covering many different types of photography (landscapes, animals, people, sports, macro, etc.). Therefore, for me, the biggest OM 1 difference is the faster processor and brighter EVF. Animal recognition is a bonus too.I have been shooting with Olympus for 5 years and have been completely satisfied with every OM camera body that I owned. The OM 1 Mark II and Mark III have significantly more features than the OM 10 and OM 5 (You get what you pay for). The new OM 1 is a the best camera body yet ... but note ... it has the same basic camera features as the OM Mark III ... such as Live Comp, Time Lapse, Focus Stacking, Focus Bracketing, Starry Sky, etc. All the various features built into the OM 1 leads to creativity in photography ... and expanding your photographic horizons.Finally, regarding the Micro 4/3 senor which is 50 % smaller than full frame, and therefore low light photography can be more challenging. But, with the new improved processor in the OM 1, I have found significant reduction in noise issues at higher ISO's. I can shoot ISO 1600 with minimum or no noise issues. ISO 3200 is even acceptable.For me, the smaller size and weight of the OM gear is the biggest advantage. If you travel or have issues lifting heavy objects (i.e. overhead luggage bins or long telephoto lens), the size and weight of Olympus gear makes photography doable and enjoyable. Even the space needed for home storage is a huge advantage.In conclusion, the Olympus - OM Systems gear is top quality, expands your photo creativity and it makes the whole process of taking photos fun and exciting! Plus the the quality of your images are excellent too!
Purchased after a two-week rental for a trip to Costa Rica after extensive online diligence. The OM1 is everything that was promised - compact, excellent image quality and extraordinary ergonomics for birding. The autofocus and subject detection were great, and the low-light/high-ISO performance was better than expected.One of the interesting aspects of this trip was the ability to compare this camera to my son's Sony A& Mark V, a camera that costs 70% more (with a 100-400 GS lens). The Sony produces exquisite 60 mp images, but the OM1 with it's effective 800 mm reach, allowed me to frame images that required far less cropping, partially offsetting the extra pixel count of the Sony. In the end, the cropped and processed images of the Sony were probably a tiny bit ... MorePurchased after a two-week rental for a trip to Costa Rica after extensive online diligence. The OM1 is everything that was promised - compact, excellent image quality and extraordinary ergonomics for birding. The autofocus and subject detection were great, and the low-light/high-ISO performance was better than expected.One of the interesting aspects of this trip was the ability to compare this camera to my son's Sony A& Mark V, a camera that costs 70% more (with a 100-400 GS lens). The Sony produces exquisite 60 mp images, but the OM1 with it's effective 800 mm reach, allowed me to frame images that required far less cropping, partially offsetting the extra pixel count of the Sony. In the end, the cropped and processed images of the Sony were probably a tiny bit better than the OM1, but not enough to make me even consider spending the extra money. The OM1 is also almost a pound lighter, a modestly important factor when you are over 70 and hiling around with camera, binoculars and whatnot.The bird detection was excellent, holding flying birds even when they were too small for reasonable pictures. Controls and general ergonomics were excellent, and the overall the camera feels like a quality piece of precision manufacturing. Battery life, as long as you don't use the LCD screen all the time, seemed to be substantially more than the advertised 520 shots, although I didn't measure it precisely.Image quality is impressive, and the in-camera JPEGS are really nice (I used the natural setting, not any of the other options. The smaller 20 mp image size is offset by the fact that the extra reach of the 400 mm lens seems to allow better initial composition, resulting in less cropping required in post. The 20mp size is not a limitation unless you plan on printing large prints - 8x10s, even from 50% cropped images, are flawless, and probably will scale to at least 11 x 14 or more.Another standout feature is its IBS, a claimed 5 stops. I have significant age-related tremors, and stabilization is a must for me. Since the low-end $1500 100-400 lens (the nice $7500 lens works with the IBS and adds an extra stop to the IBS specs) disables the IBS (not sure why, but was told by a factory rep that it was so and verified myself with a set of test shots), I turned off the lens stabilization and relied on the IBS instead. Results have been excellent - exposures where I had difficulty holding a steady mage turning out crystal-clear. In decent light, hand-held exposures down to 1/30 second have been usable, if not trophy-quality.OM Systems makes extraordinary claims for its new stacked BSI sensor in terms of dynamic range and noise. I cannot verify the exact specifications, but exposures up to at least ISO 6400 are very difficult to tell from much lower ISSO samples, depending on the details of the scene (the Quetzal images I have posted were taken at ISO 5000 - 16000).Overall, a wonderful camera, and it's 400,000 activation shutter specification speaks eloquently to its build quality. I expect to be taking picturs on this one for quite some time.
I'm an amateur photog and am into bird and wildlife, nature, macro and general family photos. Coming from Sony apsc, I wasn't happy with the ergonomics and got tired of waiting for Sony to come out with a new apsc body with features found in their higher full frame models and other competitors. Indeed, Sony stopped manufacturing apsc for more than half of 2022 and just seems into vlogging for the format. I loved my Nikon d750 and d7500 but made the switch to mirrorless a few years ago and can't look back. Nikon Z is very expensive, the z6 and z7 series don't have bird AF, and I dont want to wait for the z9 tech to trickle down to a more affordable z camera. So, a few months ago I bought a used em1 mark ii and was very surprised at the ergonomics and increased ... MoreI'm an amateur photog and am into bird and wildlife, nature, macro and general family photos. Coming from Sony apsc, I wasn't happy with the ergonomics and got tired of waiting for Sony to come out with a new apsc body with features found in their higher full frame models and other competitors. Indeed, Sony stopped manufacturing apsc for more than half of 2022 and just seems into vlogging for the format. I loved my Nikon d750 and d7500 but made the switch to mirrorless a few years ago and can't look back. Nikon Z is very expensive, the z6 and z7 series don't have bird AF, and I dont want to wait for the z9 tech to trickle down to a more affordable z camera. So, a few months ago I bought a used em1 mark ii and was very surprised at the ergonomics and increased usability. Picked up some used lenses like the 300 f4 pro and was very happy with the results I was getting. I wanted the Om1 for the improved AF and additional computational modes.Enter the Om1. After approx 2 weeks with the camera, I have no regrets with my purchase. Pros: Bird AF is spot on amazing. This camera senses birds in dense foliage like a champ. AF locks on and sticks. Had to learn that the AF area determines where subject detection works. Animal AF works really well too. The camera pairs terrifically with the 300 f4 pro. To me, the Om1 is lighter and just as comfortable as my Nikon d750 which to me is high praise. Much more comfortable than the Sony a6400. Also loving the dedicated back button AF.I'm very happy with the additional computational photo modes like ND and 80mp high res mode. HDR photo stacking has been fairly quick and the results look great. The high noise reduction processing of jpegs has saved me time processing photos that I'd have to do with the em1 mark ii. I can share jpegs sooc and not feel like I need to futz with Lightroom or OM workspace. Need to play around with starry AF some more.Cons: Menus are different from the em1 mark ii but still not great. The fact that I can't quickly switch tabs in the menu but have to scroll through many pages to get from one end of the menu to the other is annoying. Once I've added all my frequently used items to the customizable my menu, the frustrating menu system will be less of an issue.Ergonomics for me are a very slight downgrade from the em1 mark ii. Don't really notice an issue with the recessed wheels but also not wearing gloves right now (summer season). Grip is ever so slightly bigger and curved differently and the camera just feels a little more cramped than the em1 mark ii. However, it's still perfectly fine to use for long periods of time and after an initial adjustment period I don't notice any issues with the grip.I wish the camera came with a dedicated battery charger and was not happy that I had to shell out $220 for a charger and another battery but I don't buy camera bodies often and I plan to get many years out of this camera. I figure the camera is worth at least another $120 ($220 charger/battery combo minus $100 battery) given its feature set rivals the Sony a1 so in the end, not a big deal.As an aside, I bought the 12-40mm f/2.8 kit because it was surprisingly in stock for a day. Didn't plan on buying the Om1 with the kit lens but this lens has been fantastic as well. There's nothing kit about this lens. I really like the 24-80mm effective focal length and the lens is sharp and well built. Wish it was f/2 to get a little more bokeh but that's what primes are all about I suppose. The lens is not heavy and balances very well on the Om1.I'm betting OM System will have a big future with all the hype this camera has been getting and the fact that demand far outpaces supply since release.
I have been using the camera for around 4 months and compared it to my OM-D E-M1III or E-M1X.OM-1 represents a significant upgrade in the following areas:PROS:1. Improved new stacked back-illuminated Sony sensor with 1,053 cross-type phase detection points (v.s. 121) and faster TruePic X processor (2-3x faster processing) leading to:a) improved autofocus performance in face and subject detection and tracking; these changes make the hit rate for fast moving subjects (animals, birds, kids, etc.) dramatically better compared to E-M1III or E-M1X.The hit rate for birds using the 300 mm PRO lens with continuous auto-focus (large area) and subject recognition (birds) is largely improved (by 50-70%) compared to E-M1III and E-M1X.b) improved sensitivity in low ... MoreI have been using the camera for around 4 months and compared it to my OM-D E-M1III or E-M1X.OM-1 represents a significant upgrade in the following areas:PROS:1. Improved new stacked back-illuminated Sony sensor with 1,053 cross-type phase detection points (v.s. 121) and faster TruePic X processor (2-3x faster processing) leading to:a) improved autofocus performance in face and subject detection and tracking; these changes make the hit rate for fast moving subjects (animals, birds, kids, etc.) dramatically better compared to E-M1III or E-M1X.The hit rate for birds using the 300 mm PRO lens with continuous auto-focus (large area) and subject recognition (birds) is largely improved (by 50-70%) compared to E-M1III and E-M1X.b) improved sensitivity in low light, which is -8Ev on the OM-1 and -6Ev on the E-M1 III (measured with an F1.2 lens)c) maximum of 50fps (with C-AF) and 120fps (AF locked) with electronic shutter and compatible pro lenses (7-14mm F2.8 PRO;12-40mm F2.8 PRO;12-100mm F4.0 IS PRO;40-150mm F2.8 PRO;150-400mm F4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO;300mm F4.0 IS PRO) (vs. 18 and 60fps)d) number of improvements in movie quality and settings (e.g. 4K up to 60p and 10-bit internal recording without sensor crop, Full HD at 240p with 16% sensor crop; additional HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) profile; unlimited movie recording time with a single file generated)e) improved speed in computational features like live ND, focus stacking, hand-held high resolution mode (approx 2-2.5x) and additional stop of live ND filter function; now 6 stops effect (ND64) vs 5 stops;f) increased ISO range from 200-6400 to 200-25,600 and in movie mode from 200-6400 to 200-12800; marginally improved noise processing in JPG files, hardly any difference in noiseperformance and dynamic range of the sensor based on RAW file processing using adobe, DXO softwareg) improved buffer capacity, but only marginallyh) faster flash sync in electronic shutter mode: OM-1 to sync flash up to 1/100s and ISO 12,800, or 1/50s and ISO 16,000 when using theelectronic shutter; by comparison, the E-M1 III can do 1/50s up to ISO8,000, or 1/20s with higher sensitivities.2. Improved higher resolution viewfinder and LCD screen:Upgrade OLED viewfinder 5.76M vs. 2.36M LCD; the magnification is a bit higher too (0.83x on the OM-1 versus 0.74x on the E-M1 III) and it also features an anti-fog coating. The LCD resolution on OM-1 is 1.62M vs 1.04M3. Improved battery life (approx 20-25%), new battery; can be charged via the USB C port, and also accept power delivery4. Improved more intuitive menu system5. optional bluetooth wireless remote (and battery grip)6. Improved weather sealing (IP53 rating, which is higher than the IPX1 rating found on the E-M1 III)CONS:1. The sensor high ISO performance and dynamic range is virtuallyunchanged based on RAW file processing; RAW files or movies are still 12 bit only2. Using the silent shutter and continuous auto-focus (CAF) single point with the 12-100 mm F4 PRO for landscapes/cityscapes sometimes results in out of focus images; this never happened with E-M1III and E-M1X; this also happens using the handheld high resolution mode using CAF. A few days ago a firmware update was released (1.2) to improve the CAF performance, hopefully this will improve/fix these issues3.Almost every 4 weeks 1-3 new dead pixels appears on the sensor, luckily these can be mapped out with the pixel mapping feature; I never observed such phenomenon with previous Olympus cameras4.The higher resolution viewfinder is great in good light and very useful, however under low light conditions it becomes extremely noisy and falls apart (the old LCD viewfinder was more useful in low light)5. The mechanical shutter speed is decreased from 15 fps to 10 fps6. Marginally improved buffer despite higher frame rates7. The old battery and battery grip is not compatible with OM-1; no battery charger is provided8. Fragile micro HDMI (type D) connector9. Higher price (2200$ vs 1600-1700$)Conclusion:OM-1 has a largely improved autofocus precision and speed, bettersubject tracking with enhanced video features and a higher resolution viewfinder and LCD screen. This is combined with class leading weather-proofing, built-in stabilization, and improved battery life makes it a perfect camera for adventure and wildlife photography. However, if you do not need the improved autofocus, better viewfinder, menus and video features you will be perfectly fine with OM-D E-M1III, OM-D E-M5III or E-M1X with similar image quality for much less price.
I fully realize my title is a bold statement. And believe me the last thing I expected when receiving an OM-1 was to be so bowled over by it. Let's start with build quality and design. The build quality is the utmost of what is available out there. To me only the 1 Series Canon's and a Z9 Nikon are in this build quality league. The design for me is outstanding. The customization levels of all the buttons (and there are a ton of buttons to choose from) is without a doubt class leading. I have to argue completely with those that are intimating that prior generations of Olympus branded cameras are even close to this. They are NOT I assure you. Many of the AI feature sets have indeed been carried over, but improved once again. As always the image stabilization is class ... MoreI fully realize my title is a bold statement. And believe me the last thing I expected when receiving an OM-1 was to be so bowled over by it. Let's start with build quality and design. The build quality is the utmost of what is available out there. To me only the 1 Series Canon's and a Z9 Nikon are in this build quality league. The design for me is outstanding. The customization levels of all the buttons (and there are a ton of buttons to choose from) is without a doubt class leading. I have to argue completely with those that are intimating that prior generations of Olympus branded cameras are even close to this. They are NOT I assure you. Many of the AI feature sets have indeed been carried over, but improved once again. As always the image stabilization is class leadingI find the color rendition to be the ONLY camera that has matched up to my beloved Canon cameras I've had. Speaking of which a month with the OM-1 and some of the Pro glass and I sold off ALL my R5 and RF lens collection. I'm a professional Real Estate, Portrait and Event shooter which sure is high praise for such a move. The OM-1 keeps up easily with tracking and focus accuracy. Higher ISO noise (like above ISO6400) is a NON issue when you use Topaz DeNoise, ON1 or DXO Photolab 5 which wipes out noise altogether but retains all the beautiful detail right on up to ISO 12,800. Dynamic range is also improved as I've used prior generation Olympus cameras and they were indeed MORE sensitive to bright areas in a shot. The BSI Stacked sensor can partially be thanked for that.A large part of the reason for my offing the Canon R5 and other lenses was I compared the output of the OM-1 against the R5 directly and when using the Olympus Pro glass the detail was ALL there right next to the R5 images taken. There was NO glaring advantage for it and I certainly couldn't see all that expensive Canon gear sitting in the bag. The OM-1 is just TOO much fun to go out and shoot with. Keepers are always in the 98% range or better. I now have 6 Pro lenses from the 8-25 f4 on up to 100-400 Olympus lens. I only strayed for a Sigma 56 f1.4 which is the close cousin to the Bokeh Master 105 f1.4 ART full frame lens that is the BEST bokeh in the business for portraits. That's my story and I'm sticking too it.
I am a long-time Canon user who recently switched to the Olympus/OM System world. So far, I do not regret the switch, which in my case includespurchase of the new OM-1.Before buying the OM-1, I considered the Olympus E-M1 Mk ii on the used market-an excellent camera that lacks some of the advances made in the OM-1 but that still has high IQ and (bought used) is a bargain at roughly one-third the price of the OM-1. Two key differences in the OM-1, however, were important to me: (1) the vastly improved clarity of the EVF and rear LCD and (2) the introduction of an AF system that rivals cameras that cost two to three times more. I am primarily a bird photographer, and these two things are keys to my ability to get better shots. The other improvements over earlier ... MoreI am a long-time Canon user who recently switched to the Olympus/OM System world. So far, I do not regret the switch, which in my case includespurchase of the new OM-1.Before buying the OM-1, I considered the Olympus E-M1 Mk ii on the used market-an excellent camera that lacks some of the advances made in the OM-1 but that still has high IQ and (bought used) is a bargain at roughly one-third the price of the OM-1. Two key differences in the OM-1, however, were important to me: (1) the vastly improved clarity of the EVF and rear LCD and (2) the introduction of an AF system that rivals cameras that cost two to three times more. I am primarily a bird photographer, and these two things are keys to my ability to get better shots. The other improvements over earlier Olympus cameras ... faster processing and readout speeds, even better weather sealing, higher e-shutter frame rates, tweaked computational modes ... these are features I'm glad to have, but to me they are incidental to the improved EVF and focusing capabilities.The video capabilities of the OM-1 are improved as well, but they're not anything that would make owners of recent Panasonic or Fujifilm cameras jealous. In addition, while the OM-1 can save custom settings for taking still photos, it can't currently save settings for taking videos-something that hybrid shooters would not only want but expect. I mainly shoot stills and won't ding OM System for this issue, which is possibly fixable in a firmware update, just as other issues can be addressed on any camera that has just been launched.All in all, I really like the OM-1 and look forward toexploring and becoming proficient with its many capabilities. Like many converts to M43, I switched from full frame looking for a lighter-weight kit, longer reach with the 2x crop factor, smaller more hand-holdable lenses, and lower overall costs. I now have these things in the OM-1.
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Crop Factor | 2x |
| Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Metering Range | -2 to 20 EV |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
