Olympus E-M5 Mark III - Still Worth buying?
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00:22 Disclaimer
00:34 Specifications
01:05 Features
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02:40 Handling & Usability
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06:19 Firmware Upgrades
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@kittyclerico18 2 жыл бұрын
I bought this camera back in November and I couldn’t be happier! I use the off brand grip and the ergonomics are perfect. It is a joy to use. My Lumix lenses pair great with it and my Olympus lenses make perfect combos.
@ju2705s 2 жыл бұрын
Fully agree. 👍
@kittyclerico18 Жыл бұрын
@Dogfacewilson the Haoge HG-EMK5III. I ordered it from Amazon. It works perfectly. Very light and protects the bottom plate. Battery is accessible. And it has a piece that can be added if you want to do portrait orientation with a tripod (which I never do).
@alfonsovegaiii 2 жыл бұрын
Cameras these days are such overkill that you can buy a 5 year old camera and still have an amazing camera. I’m going to stick to my EM1 mk3 for a while.
@lindadee2053 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely true! In fact, I still have my original 16 mPx Olympus PEN E-P5 from 9 years ago, and it still performs perfectly, especially with the newer m.Zuiko lenses. The E-P5 was just a slightly smaller version of the great original M5, and while that PEN doesn't have all the "overkill" features in today's cameras, I just can't bring myself to part with it. In fact, I also can't seem to part with any of my older Nikons either, but I almost always reach for that PEN because it's so easy to carry and still so much fun to use.
@alfonsovegaiii 2 жыл бұрын
@@lindadee2053 I’ve been thinking of picking up a used PEN because I like the size and would be great for travel, even though I have the Ricoh GR3 already kind of covering that area. But it’s nice to have the weather sealing of the EM1, it’s already come in handy.
@JadeMonkee 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed. James Popsys just did a video where he picked up a ten year old used Lumix GX1 M43 camera for £55 or so and he loves using it. I still have my old GX7 and can't seem to part with it, even though it needs a sensor cleaning (dirt behind the glass over the sensor). Was a great little unit. In fact, I only upgraded because of that dirt, plus the image stabilisation of the EM-5 III and only then because I found it on clearance for £729 with the 12-45 f4 Pro lens. The GX7 with the Panasonic 20mm f1.7 lens is still a beautiful combination.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
I can't imagine anyone needing anything better than an EM1 Mark iii.
@Bakin 2 жыл бұрын
I just traded up from the Olympus EM10 to the EM5 Mark III and I am very happy with the additional features of this camera. The EM5 Mark III is for me the perfect travel camera.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
Thinking of doing this. From EM10 mk ii. Love the EM10ii but crap autofocus on video. Use mostly for photos and is great for that. Like the size more than the DSLR look of the EM1 cameras. I think the EM10 Mk ii black is the most gorgeous camera ever, at least since the original OM2. Has the nicest finish of all the OMDs.
@denisardeche 2 жыл бұрын
Bonjour, Merci pour cette vidéo , j'ai le E-M5 Mark III avec 12-40 pro et suis très satisfais Au plaisir de suivre vos vidéos (avec traduction) Denis
@johnsmith-gs4qf 2 жыл бұрын
Great camera with many good features and ergonomics! I bought a used Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II (camera from 2016) a couple of years ago, and it has more features than I will ever need!
@Zack_y1y1 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter, this was my 1st M43 camera which I love and use for travel. I believe the current sale indicates the new OM-5 will be announced soon.
@360misc Жыл бұрын
Very useful - thanks for posting!
@jonastruemper637 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Peter, there's one more upgrade from E-M5II and E-M10 series, which I think you forgot to mention and it's phase-detect AF. As you surely know, depending on what you're shooting, this can be game changer in accuracy and AF speed. :-) It's really nice to see this in the E-M5 series (so same as E-M1) series. And like you said, more than one C button or Mysets is really something that should be re-added through FW upgrade if possible. :-)
@Atomb 2 жыл бұрын
Bought one 6 months ago and I love it.
@livkief Жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter. I'm not a professional and I have almost this composition (12‑40mm F2.8) 🙂 It works great !!!
@richardwalker4518 2 жыл бұрын
Its a pocket D500. It may not be the very best of anything, but it is more than competent at everything, light, ergonomically brilliant and a pleasure to use. I have a Fuji camera also, ostensibly something higher end than the EM5, but 8 out of 10 shots I take are on the EM5.
@3dtrip870 2 жыл бұрын
You have upped your production value Peter: good job!
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@1957PLATO 2 жыл бұрын
The fact that you can designate custom modes to mode dials in the EM5ii is fantastic. For my needs the mark ii is good enough, more than good enough.
@keithwilkinson8310 2 жыл бұрын
I like the EM5-3 but only one custom mode is a drawback. The ability to set MySets to the mode dials was a great featrure on all the OMD and EPL cameras before the EM5-3/EPL8. It meant you could have four custom settings and assign them anywhere on the dial. I replaced the photo-story, Art and i-auto settings with custom modes on my earlier EM10-ii and Em5-ii.
@vainin5335 2 жыл бұрын
Nice summary. I would have bought an em5 mk3 if I weren't so used to the grip on em1 mk2. The lighter weight would be an advantage, but I prefer to have the same usability in every situation.
@markschneider1396 2 жыл бұрын
I pre-ordered mine and I'm still happy. The only complaint is battery life, I wish it was made to take a battery grip. Seriously thinking of upgrading to the OM-1. I also have a G9 which has some excellent features, but Olympus auto-focus is just plain better.
@irishrose89775 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice video Peter!
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@chunkylover54 2 жыл бұрын
I just got one. Love it
@lorenschwiderski 2 жыл бұрын
Depends on use -- what an individual values, so I guess the answer is yes, and no. Doing mostly street these days, I bought the Lumix GX-9 + 12-60mm lens for $798, with tilt-only screen, and the features which match my use the best. So it was worth buying. In Olympus line, I have an EM 10 mkII and a PL-8 which are both well built metal cameras, and once decommissioned, so to speak, will look great on the shelf as a display. The 45mm lens is great! Best thing I bought from Olympus -- excellent. Good to see some camera deals again. I bought a Canon RP + 24-105mm lens, for $999 and tax free some time ago. And the Olympus deals were super good back when --- just a few hundred -- half off deals. Fujifilm perked my imagination the last year or two, but really, I have the MFT lenses, and a Canon RP for low light -- takes great JPGS too. It is good all around. And I am really liking the results for street use with the Lumix GX-9 and a 30mm macro lens from Panasonic -- solid built gear. Take care, Loren J Schwiderski
@damsjs6866 2 жыл бұрын
My major issue with the EM5 Mark III is that the buttons for changing the focus points are too small for my fingers. When I'm using the camera in the street and trying to quickly move the focus points to the subject of interest, I end up hitting the wrong place on the dial or even hitting the wrong button. I really wish there was a joy stick like in the EM1 Mark III. Otherwise, I feel this camera is a perfect combination of size, weight, and toughness for my shooting. Thanks Peter for another informative video,.
@SAMLAOSHI 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best cameras ever made reliable autofocus and great stabilisation the same time it’s small and light
@danixsc Жыл бұрын
I bought it brand new for 500€ with the M.Zuiko 14-150 II. That's been a deal for sure
@_systemd 2 жыл бұрын
when i was choosing which olympus camera to buy 3 weeks ago, I was considering the em5 mk3 as the "new" camera when laying out my pros and cons
@jessebraughler8594 2 жыл бұрын
Love my mkIII, thing is a lil champ
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
1:17 Peter do you find any disadvantage of the 8 image in camera focus stacking on this EM5 iii compared with the 15 images in the EM1 series? Seems a bit weird that they would limit it to 8.
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
I do not see that it is a big problem. I think the difference is just making the cameras a bit different. Could be the processors too.
@MichaelGerrard 2 жыл бұрын
Ah ha, the OM-5 must be on its way 😉 Looking forward to the review!
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
There are rumors, but no official info about a new camera.
@petersmitham8273 2 жыл бұрын
Love mine…it’s absolutely bombproof!…..it would be hard for OMD-S to improve on with a mark IV version…
@18Reddy93 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Peter! Interesting video as always! I've a question: is that a suggested way to store our IBIS Olympus / OM System cameras in our camera bags? I'm always worried that storing ibis cameras in "portrait" orientation could possibly damage the cameras while storing them for prolonged time (weeks, months?) without shooting, but the manual doesn't suggest anything about storing. Sorry for the silly question, hope i haven't upset anyone.
@joestrahl6980 2 жыл бұрын
Good question! I also worry about needing to run a short distance holding a camera and how this effects the life of the ibis....
@StephenStrangways 2 жыл бұрын
The manual doesn't tell you to store the camera in a certain orientation because it does not matter. Storing the camera in any direction you like will not damage the IBIS system.
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
I do not think it matters ho you store you camera what it comes to IBIS. I always turn my camera off and when I store it. That is not even necessary if you have auto switch on.
@frankkatusa6855 Жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter unless you store it above or below the temperature extremes. I would worry more about storing it in your camera bag where mold can easily grow on a damp lens, internals etc. I have always stored my cameras on shelves in an open cabinet with air circulating. If I had to store in a bag I used several of those anti-dessicant packs especially in tropics or during high humidity or rain. Yes they are weather sealed but they are not air sealed and air carries humidity and condensed water vapor cause mold to grow in the dark. Just my 2 cents.
@deathdoor 2 жыл бұрын
Even years after my mind didn't changed, I still think the E5-MII is the better looking model of the E10, E5, E1 series.
@lim9571 2 жыл бұрын
The points you mention about plastic build are what puts me off upgrading my M10 MKII. It just seems counter intuitive that spending around £300 more should result in a more premium or equally as premium build.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
That's what I've been thinking. If it was metal, I would have found money somehow for one. However, it can be got with flash and everything else except the kit lens for £649 in the UK as of September 2022. EM1 Mk ii is tempting secondhand but you can't get a 2½ or 3 year warranty secondhand!
@sneakyscorpia Жыл бұрын
Any advice/recommendation on a general purpose lens (with weather resistance + leaning towards landscape/nature shots) for this camera? Thank you for the video, you break it down so well for new/inexperienced people like me beginning to take an interest in the hobby.
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I would look into this lens: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bZt1aZSd1rGukX0.html (14-150mm)
@sneakyscorpia Жыл бұрын
@@ForsgardPeter Thank you very much for the quick response, the video is great(fantastic shots by the way). Here in the UK there is a bundle with this camera and that particular lens so it's something I can work towards. Cheers for the help.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
You might also consider the narrower range 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO lens, the mark i original version that won't say mark i. It just will not say mark ii either! The original one can be got for about 250 GBP less than the mark ii. I saw it for 489 GBP in UK recently. Looked last week and it was 429! The mark ii was something like 779 and has even come down to 679ish. Olympus deflation! I have the mark i version and the images seem to pop out at you and hit you in the face. Also focuses pretty close.
@robertcarhartjr6234 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter. This is the body I opted for after a long layoff from photography, and it’s also my first (and only) introduction to the m43 universe. At the time (Spring 2020), I couldn’t justify spending the money on the EM-1 Mk III. But this one was offered with the 12-45 F4 Pro lens as a kit-and, as a pair, it’s perfect for most situations (at least, for the photography I do) and as a lightweight travel combo. I’ve since added the 20mm F1.4 Pro as my low-light go-to solution, and it’s another winning combination with this body. I may yet add the 40-150 F4 Pro to round out my lens collection for travel purposes (and I’m skipping the noise from those who squawk about the F2.8 Pro versions of the same or similar lens as being the superior options). Their faster apertures certainly are nice, but not the larger sizes and associated weights. If I’d needed those for my shooting, I’d still have bought them, so I don’t see any downside to what I have as the F4 lenses suit my actual needs. To this day, I’m extremely pleased with this setup, and am aware of the few deficiencies it may have compared to the other up-level bodies-but they’re not enough to make me feel I bought the wrong model. It’s the right one for me.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
Looking at an EM5 Mark iii for pictures and video. So compact. I'm used to the EM10 mark ii. Can get new for £649 with flash, no lens but I don't need a lens.
@ridealongwithrandy 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Peter! How are you feeling these days, better I hope. This is my main youtube camera, and when I want to go very light, this is what I use instead of my EM1X. For my dashboard adventures, it is mounted upside down with a suction cup mount, works awesome. The Oly 12mm f2 is practically glued on the camera. The reason I like this camera is that I call it my mini X, has the same sensor, so my post work is the same for both cams. Cheers!
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
Feeling ok! Thanks!
@hauke3644 2 жыл бұрын
Recently I took the opportunity of the discount and replaced my Pen-F with the E-M5 III. Mainly because of the better ergonomics and weather sealing, but enhanced AF and ProCapture are also appreciated. Together with the 12-45 mm and the 75-300mm it makes the perfect travel package. But feature-wise the now similar priced Lumix G9 is a very strong competitor.
@Bakin Жыл бұрын
I agree but I have owned both the Panasonic G9 and presently own the Olympus E-M5 III and for me the E-M5 III is the better camera. The G9 is a great camera but it is simply too big when compared to the E-M5 III and the Auto-Focus of the G9 does not compare to the Phase Detect AF of the E-M5 III. I believe one of the best attributes of a MFT camera is the compact size especially if you ever plan to travel.
@TB-up4xi 2 жыл бұрын
I see a few comments about the base plate breakages here. If anyone is worried they can add a Haoge grip which eliminates any concerns, it is made of a block of milled aluminium and spreads any load across the entire base of the camera, improves the ergonomics and is arca-Swiss compatible. Mine cost me around $50usd. I have absolutely no concerns carrying mine on a tripod with the 40-150 f2.8 attached
@leonfourie5717 2 жыл бұрын
Agree.I am also using that grip(on recommendation of Rob Trek) and use my Oly 75-300mm on it.
@solitone Жыл бұрын
Can that grip also be used with a Peak Design clip? I love to carry my camera attached to my backpack strap.
@jasonwrites9186 2 жыл бұрын
I love my EM5 Mark III. I think for most people, it's all the camera they need. While not *quite* as perfect in the hand as the EM 10 Mark IV, it's still comfortable enough, looks great, performs well, weather-sealed, all that good stuff. One note though: while it feels solid in the hand, don't attach a strap to the tripod mount like the Peak Design Capture Clip. There's tons of evidence on Reddit, but you will break the bottom of that camera mount over time. Because it's a composite, and not magnesium alloy like their higher end cameras. But if you plan on not using the tripod mount, or just mounting it to a tripod, the value of this camera is really hard to beat.
@hakanbengtsson2115 2 жыл бұрын
I was going to write about this as well. I would have owned only the E-M5iii had it not been for the PD-Clip issues. I also use 12-100 often, and would hesitate to put it on the E-M5 iii on a tripod. I´m still considering the E-M5iii in silver as a nice small alternative to my E-M1ii. If I had both, the E-M5iii would probably get the most usage.
@TB-up4xi 2 жыл бұрын
Just buy a Haoge grip it will not only improve the overall ergonomics but also eliminates any concerns over tripod mount issues and the added benefit is it's also arca-swiss compatible
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
@@TB-up4xi Good idea. The tripod mount break issue that I saw online is a deal breaker nearly but if I want tripod use, I would use the EM10 mark ii. However, one might want to use a gimbal or at least a selfie stick with it, so you'd recommend the action grip you mentioned going on first and then mounting that on a selfie thing?
@burkett1983 2 жыл бұрын
I replaced my em10 mk Iv with this camera as it’s weather sealed. My lens collection is finally complete consisting of the 8-25, 12-45, 40-150 f4 pro lenses and they all fit handily in my hex ranger sling bag. Perfect travel set up.
@fiffbo 7 ай бұрын
Do you feel a difference? Especially in autofocus? Thanks
@kaushaltiwari9773 2 жыл бұрын
I know a street photographer in Norrhampton who uses his EM5 mk2 to create amazing street pictures.
@momchilyordanov8190 2 жыл бұрын
I would buy it used in 2022. I see it on reputable sites for 750 euro in "Like new" condition. For that kind of money, it's a good deal imo.
@walterzannoni Жыл бұрын
Hi Peter. How is the EVF compared to Lumix GX9? (If you have information ;) )
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
I have not tested the G9. It has 3,68Mpix EVF and OM-11 has 5,76. At least on paper OM-1 has a EVF.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
There's another deal on with the EM5 Mk iii as of 1 October 2022. Something on the EM1 mk iii too I think. Some dealers also have discounts on EM5 iii bodies.
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
At least in EU OM STSTEM store there is a 300-350 cash back on E-M5 Mark III. That is a good deal.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
@@ForsgardPeter Cheers Peter! Anyway last week I went for the EM5 Mk iii body deal, no lens because I already have enough. I got the kit box new, minus the lens but including the little flash unit for £635.
@nedvigbendeguz 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought this camera a few weeks ago. (with the 12-45 f4) Just before this promotion 😅 I got it on a reduced price but still, I'd love to have the extra lens and battery... So finally I'm an Olympus user!!! Still getting to know the system...
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@petervandijk4044 2 жыл бұрын
A little time ago I upgraded my EM-10-III to EM-5 III with a free 45 mm lens. By the way this camera is also water resistant. I have also a suggestion for the C mode. Is it possible with firmware to create a C2 mode instead of the auto mode? I think, somebody hwo needs a second C mode under a button will not need the auto-mode anymore. Best regards, Peter
@leonfourie5717 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with that.Just a simple small firmware opdate could give us asecond Custom option
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
Most likely it would be possible to add C-modes.
@martindemanable 2 жыл бұрын
Thats my main gripe to. Let me assign more custom modes to the dail. I would never use the art or scn mode thats on the dail. I rather have the option to select either default scn / art mode, or a custom one.
@offgridnomads377 2 жыл бұрын
Peter, you said you can use camera on video with a portable charger. Can u share the model pls and how to set up the camera pls.
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
You cannot charge it while using it. Any power bank is ok.
@AguilaDeOnix85 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Peter. Non-EM5 related, but I'm seeing an EM1-X body with 3 batteries for $750. would you consider that a deal?
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a good deal. Check the shutter count if you can.
@noodlefoo Жыл бұрын
I own the E-M5 Mk I and currently in Australia Olympus has cashback deals on some of their cameras and lenses. Just ordered the E-M5 Mk III with the 12-45mm f/4 lens at AUD $1445, and I can later claim back from Olympus Australia a VISA credit of AUD $400, effectively making this camera + lens combo at AUD $1045. Not a bad deal at all.
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
Sounds like a good deal!
@willcoonphotography Жыл бұрын
Thinking of moving to OMD from LUMIX. I assume there would be no issues with using my LUMIX lenses. Thanks for the video.
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
In most cases no. There are a few Lumix lenses that are not best with OM SYSTEM/Olympus cameras.
@LEVUAProduction Жыл бұрын
Hi! Please tell me, can I put LOW ISO (64) when I record 4k video? Because the lowest iso in this mode is 200 but sometimes it's too much😞
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
It is not possible to use ISO64 in video. You need to use a ND-filter to block light.
@LEVUAProduction Жыл бұрын
@@ForsgardPeter Strange things... how it works😁 in stills you can , in video-nope!(( I will try to ask the engineers a question. I think it is possible by hardware.
@LEVUAProduction Жыл бұрын
@@ForsgardPeter Thnx for your answer.
@caw25sha 2 жыл бұрын
One of my favourite features of this camera is the screen which you can fold round to face the body, protecting it when not in use. I also use the viewfinder only a lot so folding the screen away also protects it when in use. I think all cameras should have this. A small niggle I have is that the microphone socket cover is a bit loose and often pops off. Does anyone else have this problem? I never use it so I need to think of some way of fixing it in place semi permanently.
@michaelshorts9436 2 жыл бұрын
I do not have a problem with the microphone cover. I use the mic input often.
@RoyJenkinsPacker 2 жыл бұрын
It would of been nice for the camera to have Tethering, E5 mk 2 had. Hope it might come in an update.
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree.
@ricebug0 2 жыл бұрын
It can shoot 120fps slow motion video which is em1ii can not. That was only reason I got em5iii, but now I think It's one of the best camera in the MFT system. It has better IQ than em1ii and significantly lighter. I think it has more richer colors and dosen't show purples at dark noisy area unlike em1 series including em1x. It is my 1st pick of my gears including ff bodies in almost every situations (although I have g9, em1ii, em1x, r6 etc).
@jacobchapman8515 10 ай бұрын
Still valid today Peter? Trying to decide between EM10 mk iv or EM5 mk iii
@ForsgardPeter 10 ай бұрын
It is. I would propaply buy E-M5 mark III.
@SuchanBajracharya 2 жыл бұрын
Totally worth it! This camera is what Micro Four Third is all about. Small, Compact, Stunning pictures and videos with full sensor 4k readout, great autofocus, superb ibis,... Thanks for sharing!
@BoxOfShockolates 3 ай бұрын
….hello, is it still worth getting in 2024 since it’s 5 years now? I’ve been looking at the e10 mark iv & I’m still learning about cameras & all the options does my head in 😭😭😭 you can get good deals on this used.
@ForsgardPeter 3 ай бұрын
I think it still is. It is a great little camera.
@nachohernandez9491 Жыл бұрын
For a first camera This Olympus or Nikon d700 just for photos?
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
Very hard to say. It depends a lot what your are photographing. E-M5 Mark III is a nice and small package. D700 is a lot bigger and it is a DSLR.
@jeangariepy4623 Жыл бұрын
If the OM5 uses the same sensor, body, battery, whatever as the EM5 MKIII, but adding more tools with true pic IX, then I want a smartguy who would be able to cook an unofficial/Or Official update of the main engine.(One of the first reasons I liked four third cameras back then, was their update capacity... Recently, these updates were very...light to say the least.)Imagine one moment, that for, lets say, a hundred bucks, I could update my EM5 in OM5... WoW! And since in general, nobody will need to change his EM5 mk III for an OM5, anyway, it is not a loss for OM System. Quite the opposite in my opinion. So much that I would not be surprised to find this possibility in their business strategy to gain market shares. It would also explain AND EXCUSE the fact that the sensor in the OM5 is the same... What do you think 😉
@d-entrecasteaux 2 жыл бұрын
I will never sell my EM5mk3. For me it’s the perfect size and weight for m4/3 lenses. I’m using it daily paired with a m.zuiko 75-300mm and the grip for wildlife. Walking the dog to the cafe - it’s paired with the 17mm f1.8. The grip comes off to store in a smaller bag. I couldn’t see any difference in image quality (video or stills - uses same sensor) or performance to my now sold EM1mk3. I love this camera also because it has PDAF which the mk2 didn’t have. I reach for this camera because it inspires me to shoot. I know it sounds corny but I think the shutter sound and design is the best of all the OM-D family.
@caw25sha 2 жыл бұрын
I'm imagining you dog getting excited when you get your 17mm out because it's the signal for walkies.
@d-entrecasteaux 2 жыл бұрын
@@caw25sha 😂she comes on nature walks too - so actually it’s the sound of velcro ripping and house keys rattling that sets her off.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
It's funny how we have favourite things. For me it's the black EM10 mark ii that has the best ever black finish. Next to the EM1s and earlier EM5s with that rough knobbly finish, the EM10ii looks so much better. Plus it's metal and feels great. I'm still thinking I'd like a new EM5 iii though after looking at the EM1 marks i, ii and iii secondhand. Can't beat a 2½ or 3 year warranty and I like the smaller size of the EM10s and EM5s and the EM5iii seems to be dropping in price.
@devroombagchus7460 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 1 mark mark iii and find it a good camera. What keeps bothering me with Olympus digital is the limited dynamic range and the quality of the EVF. I prefer bright objects and this too often results in a lot of orange and blue in the viewer. That is why I keep my OM4Ti.😇🤫☺️. None of all the great digital features, but more details in the bright and dark parts of e.g. a narrow street in Italy.
@frankkatusa6855 Жыл бұрын
What I wish I found instead of the Mar III was a camera with much less bells and whistles but digital. I don't need them , I don't want them and I don't use them. There are some features which I like but won't enumerate them here . Robert if you know an Olym. camera not tech heavy let me know please. thanks I agree with limited (very) dynamic range and the EVF.
@drpentecost 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Peter, I'm a Canon full frame shooter thinking of switching to Olympus. I know that Olympus cameras have good image quality, so that's not the main issue for me. I do some hand held property photography. I use the exposure bracketing function quite a lot and can take 3 photos in succession with a 3 stop difference between each photo. Can the Olympus E-M1 MK III do the same thing ? Thanks for your help.
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
It can but, I would choose either E-M10 MKII or MKIV.
@drpentecost 2 жыл бұрын
@@ForsgardPeter Thanks Peter
@WhoIsSerafin 2 жыл бұрын
When I see these videos this tells me you ambassadors have been testing the new rumored om5 coming out.
@caw25sha 2 жыл бұрын
When there are special offers on older cameras it usually means there's a replacement coming soon, and I think the E-M5 is the most likely camera to be replaced next.
@tomparra4549 2 жыл бұрын
Came to see if others though this, too. Wasn't disappointed. Maybe not testing, but at least announced/confirmed to them.
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly I have not. I have heard some rumors, but there is no official info.
@tomparra4549 2 жыл бұрын
@@ForsgardPeterhi Peter, I hope you get well soon! Thanks for clarifying, the E-M5 is my favourite line of cameras from Oly so I'm quite eager for more =] Take care!
@perandersdahlstrom2846 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve read about some people reporting the bottom of the body breaking around the tripod mount. This is something that would worry me as I like to carry my MK ii in a Peak Design Capture on the shoulder strap of a back pack.
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
I have heard that too, but I have had no problems with that.
@bosamuelsson5814 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! I have m1markII=m5markIii, but bigger. Befor I travel to southamerika I bougth m10 markIV. And 12-40mm f2,8, 40-150 f2, 8 and 25mm F1,7 panasonc, forgive me. That small camera I use most Evert day beacuse it so small.
@VuthaRos 2 жыл бұрын
Silver or black?
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
Either one is ok, I prefer black.
@davebellamy4867 Жыл бұрын
BLACK! Unless you like silver. 🤣 I have EM10 mark ii in silver and in black. I wanted black. The local dealer had it in silver. So I just bought it. Silver looks lovely with the chrome rings and black writing... but the BLACK EM10 mark ii is ... GORGEOUS! It's just so BLACK! It actually looks a little smaller than the chrome one, though it isn't. However, the EM10ii has a different black finish. Much nicer than the EM1 and EM5s that have that rough surface. The polycarbonate EM5 iii looks less rough on the surface than the mark ii but I bet it's still not quite as nice as the EM10 mark ii finish plus the cool feel of actual metal. I mean one day in my home town many years ago in the 1980s, a dude drove down the street in a black Lotus Esprit. It shat on the red ones. It was ultimate. Then in London I saw a black MX5. About the cutest car I ever saw but could not beat the Lotus. Think black Olympus OM2.
@MM-gn9cm 2 жыл бұрын
Peter, I understand that you are an OMDS ambassador and I appreciate your videos very much, but this vid is too euphemistic for me. One of the controversies you haven't mention, for example, is that there were no official statements from Olympus regarding user reports about broken baseplates. So I am very apprehensive about using the camera on tripods. And also extremely annoying about this camera is that all settings are lost with (almost) every firmware update - I have to redo all my adjustments four times so far (including custom modes and all setting options, so very time consuming). And Olympus/OMDS has totally failed to give any feature updates. No starry sky af, no sweep panorma, no option to save settings and a face af that is way behind competition in modern times. Therefore, OMDS, if you still want to sale this camera nowadays, you have to provide a proper software update, otherwise the summer deal looks more like a loveless sell-off.
@keithmoorechannel 2 жыл бұрын
I agree regarding broken baseplates. I bought the camera on the base of it being the ‘perfect’ camera for adventure travel…. Small, tough and weatherproof. I was enjoying the camera up until the base plate broke mid-trip. I tried to have my local Olympus dealer fix the camera but they did not want to help me. I finally found a repair shop that agreed to replace the plate (but not under warranty). It is still in the shop. I hope to get the camera back someday, but in the meantime I have replaced it with the much tougher E-M1 MarkIII. I wish I would have known about the seemingly common baseplate ‘problem’ before buying. Olympus owed this to their loyal customer base, especially if they are marketing the camera as an ultimate adventure travel camera.
@ForsgardPeter 2 жыл бұрын
I have heard about the problem. The thing is that I have not had any problems with that. It is hard to say anything about it.
@demarestk 2 жыл бұрын
Cameras don't take pictures photographers do... Any camera from the past decade is overkill for the vast majority of users ..
@frankkatusa6855 Жыл бұрын
After owning 2 photography studios and a private black and white lab, teaching photography at college level, using almost every film format including 8x10, using digital cameras for 20 or more years, after selling my Canon bodies with L lenses because they were just too heavy with advancing age and arthritis, aftere selling my prints for decades, even 2 months ago I bought this Camera, a Mark II body and three lenses including a 1000US$ 8mm to something mm, macro lens and medium zoom lens I can honestly say this camera is the worst mistake I have made. Every other camera, from Deardoffs, Hassies film and digital , Canons film and digital from consumer amateurs to high end pro models I could open the box , charge the battery, load film or put in card and shoot...THEN learn what I wanted to learn about the camera. This thing was a dog from the get-go 2.5 stops under, has little range in contrasty scenes, overkill on "all it can do", but what it does have is the light weight I wanted. Granted I will admit I do not use or need all the bells and whistles . I am not going to debate this because it is my experience and judgement after 50 years of photo experience with some travel covers under my belt, lots of ad work, social events, political campaigns, wedding , portfolios, commercial work... etc etc. I don't think it is worth it at all. I'm selling this after I get back from Europe and I am NOT taking this with me. I'm using my phone . I bought this in Jan 2022 and rarely used it....it isn't reliable....sorry Mark III lovers....just one guys opinion.
@ForsgardPeter Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that you had some bad experience. It has worked perfectly for me. It would be interesting to hear some more about it not being reliable.
@frankkatusa6855 8 ай бұрын
I think I said enough about the limitations of this camera...limited exp range, soft autofocus, slow auto focus with slow video scans and very contrasty soft imaging.... I can't get it sold even going to 50% of the total price of about 3K US$. I used to teach both Videography and Photography at the High School College and Voc School level and this is NOT some newbie complaining. As I said. worst camera I have owned and no one wants to buy it. @@ForsgardPeter
@joanantonim.p.2400 2 жыл бұрын
👌👍👍🙏 👋🙋
@mladen5016 2 жыл бұрын
It's a 2 year old camera.. Why wouldn't it (still) be worth buying? At first, it sounded like a spoof on a bunch of similar videos about ten year old tech.
@mopz2093 2 жыл бұрын
There is no alternative EM5 iii . EM 1 bigger than that and an panasonic auto focus worse than it as a m43 prospective.
@ricebug0 2 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@dariolofino 6 ай бұрын
I’m watching this in 2024, do you think is still worth buying?
@ForsgardPeter 6 ай бұрын
I think it is. Still good value for money.
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