The µ43 thread - welcome to the really dark side

SonicSW20 · 9 Jul 2020 at 22:41

Minstadave said:
Nice lens, enjoy

I think I'd have preferred the 35-100 over the Oly 40-150 in retrospect.

I did consider the olympus 40-150, but I couldn't justify the extra money for it!

Also...

Terminal_Boy said:
One day, I’ll get one of those to pair with my 12-35mm F2.8 II.

Already had one of these so it seemed like the perfect match for it

SonicSW20 · 13 Jul 2020 at 10:04

Trying out the 35-100mm. Village in the picture is about 4-5km away. Wrong time of day for it and there was quite a bit of haze, lovely walk though!

Minusorange · 18 Jul 2020 at 16:08

https://www.43rumors.com/panasonic-...and-the-development-of-lumix-webcam-software/

Firmware update programs for GH5, GH5S, G9, G90, G80 and GX9

Phate · 10 Aug 2020 at 09:32

Guys, I am confused about Olympus and their current stand in the camera market.

I know they have technically excited the camera market and sold their digital camera business to another company. But does this mean they're stopping production of their cameras and lenses? Or is the company which bought it going to continue producing/selling Olympus cameras?

Do people think the residual value of Oly gear will go through the floor?

Personally I will keep using my EM5M2 until the day it dies but I am not so sure I would want to invest anything further into the Oly system at the moment, or in the future.

Discuss!

Minusorange · 10 Aug 2020 at 12:12

Nobody knows @Phate , according to JIP (the company who bought Oly) they're still going ahead, the latest 100-400mm lens is still getting a release and the other lenses that were in the pipeline are also reported to get released but after that, who knows I guess it all depends on how well those new lenses fare

Roadmap says yes

I'm looking at getting the 60mm Macro when it goes on sale but looking at roadmap, maybe I should wait for the Pro version ?

Phate · 10 Aug 2020 at 14:30

Interesting, thanks Minusorange. I guess its too early to tell and will wait for JIP to comment further. It might be they're going to release those lenses due to already so far into development to try and recoup some cost?

I'd love an EM5M3 - but at this stage, I don't think it's a good idea to purchase.

EGuitarStar · 10 Aug 2020 at 14:48

Phate said:
I'd love an EM5M3 - but at this stage, I don't think it's a good idea to purchase.

There are numerous reports of a the tripod mount breaking on the EM5M3, check DPReview. Unless this is addressed and fixed or a service program for the issue I'd stay away and see if the EM1M3 is a better suit, if your budget can stretch to it.

I'd wait till the end of the year and see what JIP do or if they make any major announcements.

Phate · 10 Aug 2020 at 14:55

Ah I didn't know that, thanks!

Like I say, I'll use my EM5M2 until it dies. I could be tempted to switch back to FF at that stage, it will really depend on whats going on with Olympus/JIP at the time

Minusorange · 10 Aug 2020 at 17:27

Not interested in any of the Panasonic bodies instead so you can keep your lenses ?

Phate · 11 Aug 2020 at 00:55

Don't ask me why, cannot put my finger on it. But the Panasonic bodies just do not appeal at all.

Minusorange · 11 Aug 2020 at 11:36

That's fair enough, hopefully Olympus JIP manage to keep things viable for the future, I'm really curious about their pro Macro on the roadmap

Phate · 11 Aug 2020 at 11:48

Yeah lets see - I'm going to put money to one side for an eventual replacement, but hopefully a good few years left in my camera yet

Minusorange · 27 Aug 2020 at 13:34

https://www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-50mm-f-2-8-2x-ultra-macro-apo/

Seems Laowa is about to release a Macro lens for M4/3 first 2x macro lens for us, reviews are promising too

Also Olympus released software similar to Panasonic that allows OMD's to be used as webcams

Phate · 27 Aug 2020 at 16:03

Minusorange said:
Also Olympus released software similar to Panasonic that allows OMD's to be used as webcams

I read/heard this isn't a great idea for Olympus cameras due to sensors overheating?

Or is that wrong?

Panasonics are ok as they're more geared towards video etc.

Minusorange · 27 Aug 2020 at 16:29

I wouldn't be surprised but at least it's good news that updates and development are still getting pushed out for Oly since the takeover

Phate · 27 Aug 2020 at 16:34

Minusorange said:
I wouldn't be surprised but at least it's good news that updates and development are still getting pushed out for Oly since the takeover

I'll definitely try it out

could be good for streaming

EGuitarStar · 26 Feb 2021 at 12:49

It's been a while since anyone has posted here, has the M43 system finally died as some predicted 2-3 years ago?

Both OM Digital and Panasonic have recently said they are still committed to M43 and to expect new lenses and gear. And on that note, I've just picked up a Panasonic G9. For my needs this system ticks all the boxes.

Panasonic: https://www.43rumors.com/great-news...t-fast-primes-are-in-the-works-along-the-gh6/

OM Digital: https://www.43rumors.com/om-digital...ing-flagship-model-will-be-announced-in-2021/

This is not a FF vs, APS-C vs M43 post, so don't start.

Greebo · 26 Feb 2021 at 16:14

no its still a great system and i still miss some features from it but was drawn to the full frame and high iso performance.

joelk2 · 26 Feb 2021 at 21:52

been out of the photography game a while now, looking at picking up a small m43 system which wont break the bank. anyone got any recommendations? 2nd hand is fine.

EGuitarStar · 27 Feb 2021 at 22:46

joelk2 said:
been out of the photography game a while now, looking at picking up a small m43 system which wont break the bank. anyone got any recommendations? 2nd hand is fine.

The Panasonic GX80 or GX9 or the Olympus EM10 Mark III are more than great starter cameras.

The Panasonic 12-32 is usually supplied with the GX80 and GX9 and is a gem of a lens for a "kit lens"