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October 2013
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We tested the E-M1 with the new 12-40mm constant aperture f2.8 Pro lens
Which in itself is a masterpiece of mechanics and optics. Focus is lightning fast and images are excellent for sharpness
Resolution and colour fidelity. The camera feels like a unit costing several thousand dollars more.
We tested the EM1 with the new 12–40mm constant aperture f2.8 Pro lens
Resolution and colour fidelity. The camera feels like a unit
Substantial hand grip. In-camera processing options like HDR and colour control are very effective. Focus peaking. Very sharp images straight out of camera. Incredibly rugged design
Strong build quality
Excellent controls
Excellent image quality
Fast performance
Small camera body
Plenty of direct controls
Excellent EVF
High quality images
Weather sealed
Great design and weight
Two megapixel viewfinder is very clear
Supports WiFi and wireless shooting with smartphone app
Smartphone camera application can show images building in real time
Lock button for keeping shooting mode selected
Lots of buttons
The editors didn't like
We tried to find fault
But there is nothing we dislike about the EM1
Fidgety autofocus in low light. Locking mode dial takes some getting used to. Only 30fps in video mode
Shutter button too squishy for our liking
Some noticeable LCD and EVF flickering under fluro lights
LCD not variangle
Some features hard to find
High price
While we like the amount of buttons
This number may confuse people
Screen only pops out at various angles
As per normal with other Olympus cameras
No built-in flash
Colour filtration modes only officially apply to JPEG
Can we forgive the E-M1 for its flaws? You betcha! Just as with the E-M5, the interface curiosities simply aren't sufficiently annoying to detract from the overall experience of the E-M1 which is, quite simply, a hugely enjoyable and rewarding one.It's a ...
Strong build quality, Excellent controls, Excellent image quality, Fast performance
Shutter button too squishy for our liking, Some noticeable LCD and EVF flickering under fluro lights
The OM-D E-M1 takes over as the flagship camera for Olympus. It's a Micro Four Thirds-based camera with a stack of features that's aimed at those of you who want more of a 'pro' feel from a compact system camera. We love it...
Small camera body, Plenty of direct controls, Excellent EVF, High quality images, Weather sealed
LCD not variangle, Some features hard to find, High price
Happily the E-M1 isn't all style and no substance. It also delivers high quality, correctly exposed images with plenty of detail, good colour and well-controlled noise. The images look natural and sharp and although there is noise visible at relatively l...
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Published: 2013-10-14, Author: Luke , review by: gizmodo.com.au
This is the first mirrorless camera serious enough that a DSLR-less future is conceivable. The images you get out of the E-M1 are so hot it hurts. If you want a camera for serious business in all situations — daylight, low-light and even no-light — then t...
Abstract: Cameras Technology News Digital Life News DateOctober 10, 2013 reading now (4) Read later The 16-megapixel E-M1 is the company's top micro four-thirds camera. It has a 2.36-megapixel electronic viewfinder, dual contrast and phase detectio...
We tested the E-M1 with the new 12-40mm constant aperture f2.8 Pro lens, which in itself is a masterpiece of mechanics and optics. Focus is lightning fast and images are excellent for sharpness, resolution and colour fidelity. The camera feels like a unit costing several thousand dollars more.
We tried to find fault, but there is nothing we dislike about the EM1
From time to time a camera comes along that sets new standards. Nikon's D800, Canon's 5D MkII, and the Olympus OM-D E-M5 all raised the bar at the time of their release. The E-M1 does it again. It is priced against the mid-range DSLRs from other makers bu...
Published: 2013-10-10, Author: terry , review by: dpexpert.com.au
We tested the EM1 with the new 12–40mm constant aperture f2.8 Pro lens, which in itself is a masterpiece of mechanics and optics. Focus is lightning fast and images are excellent for sharpness, resolution and colour fidelity. The camera feels like a unit
We tried to find fault, but there is nothing we dislike about the EM1
Owners of Olympus OM-D EM-5 bodies will rightly see the E-M1 as a worthwhile upgrade option and/or extension to their existing kit – provided they are happy about its higher price tag. The new camera has just enough improvements entice many stills photogr...
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Published: 2013-10-08, Author: Michael , review by: gizmodo.com.au
The OM-D E-M1 is a serious investment, but if you want the experience of a professional camera without the bulk and weight a DSLR, then you should absolutely pick it up. Nothing else offers the same level of ergonomics, customisability and durability thus...
Substantial hand grip. In-camera processing options like HDR and colour control are very effective. Focus peaking. Very sharp images straight out of camera. Incredibly rugged design
Fidgety autofocus in low light. Locking mode dial takes some getting used to. Only 30fps in video mode
Even though it is a serious camera for enthusiast photographers, the OM-D E-M1 nevertheless brings a lot of fun to the imaging experience....
