Olympus OM-D E-M5 + 12-50/3.5-6.3
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14 years ago
The Olympus OM-D E-M5 is certainly the most capable Micro Four Thirds camera we've reviewed and arguably the most likeable mirrorless model yet. It falls down a little bit on its continuous focusing but we have absolutely no complaints about the image quality.
Pros:
- Very good image quality
- even at high ISO
- Bright
- punchy JPEGs make the most of camera's capability
- Very fast autofocus with most Micro Four Thirds lenses
- Weather-sealed body
- Built-in image stabilization helps increase number of sharp shots
- Good level of direct control despite small body,...
Cons:
- Focus tracking distinctly unreliable
- Small controls sometimes awkward (especially with cold/gloved hands
- No in-camera correction of CA (which can be problematic with 12-50mm kit zoom
- Default JPEG settings a bit keen to blur detail away
- Several useful features hidden in obscure and...
14 years ago
Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mirrorless Review
For anyone doubting the ability of mirrorless / compact system cameras, this is the camera that should answer a lot of concerns. It has a weather-sealed compact body, an excellent range of lenses and most importantly excellent image quality - that is significantly improved over previous Olympus PEN...
Pros:
- Excellent noise performance
- Excellent image quality
- Excellent Image Stabilisation
- 9fps continuous shooting
- Extremely fast focus
- shutter response
- shot-to-shot etc
- Weather sealed body
- Excellent range of lenses
Cons:
- 12-50mm Lens not the best - but good for macro
- IS system noise
14 years ago
Olympus OM-D E-M5
In 2008, Olympus wowed photographers with a retro-styled prototype of what would become its first Micro Four Thirds PEN camera , the E-P1 ($799.99, 3.5 stars). In the years since, the company has refined the PEN designs, adding models that support optional EVFs and other accessories like the...
Pros:
- Compact body
- Fully weather sealed
- Crisp LCD EVF
- Articulating rear display
- Sharp kit lens
- Impressive high ISO performance
- Fast autofocus
- Shoots at 9 frames per second
- In-body stabilization
- Large native lens library
- Optional grip available
Cons:
- External flash
- Lacks a standard mic input
14 years ago
Olympus OM-D E-M5 review
Three years after making its first entrance into the compact system camera arena with the PEN E-P1, Olympus has gone back to its roots again to produce the OM-D E-M5, with its retro styling owed to its analogue predecessor.
14 years ago
Olympus OM-D E-M5 review
Since the introduction of the Olympus Pen E-P1 in June 2009, the compact system camera (CSC) has taken the world by storm. The compact-sized Pen E-P1 was a clear homage to the original Olympus Pen series – a half-frame camera that spanned more than two decades – but with the added benefit of digital...
14 years ago
Olympus OM-D E-M5 Review
The Olympus OM-D E-M5 takes its design cues from Olympus' much-loved 35mm OM SLR range and is the first of a new line of Micro Four Thirds OM-D series cameras. Find out if the E-M5 is a natural successor to this line of classic cameras in the What Digital Camera Olympus OM-D E-M5 review.
Pros:
- Lovely design
- premium build
- solid performance and great images
Cons:
- Base ISO of 100 would be welcome
14 years ago
Olympus OM-D E-M5 - Oh My Darling (Updated!)
The OM-D E-M5 is a new, gorgeous, retro-tastic Micro Four Thirds camera from Olympus. It is the first from Olympus to come with an electronic viewfinder, and is aimed at enthusiasts who want a serious MFT option. We've fallen deeply in love with this camera, here's why.
Pros:
- Low noise at very high ISO settings
- Superb handling
- Excellent image stabilization
- Fast and accurate auto-focus
- Gorgeous retro-inspired design
Cons:
- Cramped and small back buttons
- Less noise difference at lower ISOs
- Camera strap hinders handling
- Banding in some very high ISO shots
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