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# 5-axis in-body image stabilization Dual fast phase & contrast AF 16.3MP Live MOS sensor Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16MP and 3-Inch LCD (Body Only) (Black)

**Brand:** om system
**Price:** 29 zł
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## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your vision with Olympus OM-D E-M1 — where pro power meets unstoppable adventure!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16MP and 3-Inch LCD (Body Only) (Black) by om system
- **How much does it cost?** 29 zł with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

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## Why This Product

- Trusted om system brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Durability:** Crafted with a full magnesium alloy body, this camera is dust, splash, and freezeproof—built to keep up with your most adventurous shoots.
- • **Blazing Fast Autofocus:** Experience ultra-responsive shooting with Olympus’ dual phase and contrast detection AF system, locking focus in milliseconds across 37 phase and 81 contrast points.
- • **Revolutionary 16.3MP Sensor:** Capture stunningly detailed images with the advanced Four Thirds Live MOS sensor designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
- • **Pro-Level 5-Axis Stabilization:** Say goodbye to blurry shots and shaky videos with industry-leading 5-axis sensor shift stabilization that works seamlessly with any lens.
- • **Seamless Wireless Control & Connectivity:** Stay ahead with built-in Wi-Fi for remote shooting, instant sharing, and geotagging via the intuitive OI.Share app—perfect for the on-the-go creative.

## Overview

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 is a flagship mirrorless camera featuring a 16.3MP Four Thirds Live MOS sensor, ultra-fast dual phase and contrast autofocus, and a rugged magnesium alloy body that’s weather-sealed for all conditions. Its groundbreaking 5-axis in-body image stabilization ensures sharp photos and smooth videos, while a high-resolution electronic viewfinder and tiltable touchscreen LCD provide intuitive control. With built-in Wi-Fi and compatibility with over 57 lenses, it’s engineered for professionals and serious enthusiasts seeking versatile, high-quality imaging on the move.

## Description

16.3MP CMOS Four Thirds sensor with 5-axis sensor shift image stabilization 10 frames per second continuous shooting Contrast detect and phase detect AF ISO 100-25,600 1080 30 fps HD video (H.264/Motion JPEG) Tiltable 3 inch touchscreen LCD with 1,037,000 dots Electronic viewfinder with 2,360,000 dots (1.3x magnification) Raw and Raw + JPEG shooting Magnesium alloy body Flash hot shoe and Olympus Wireless RC Flash system compatible Water, dust, and freezeproof SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot Built-in Wi-Fi

Review: Wow...Look how far we've come! - I received this camera just this morning...and I am beyond amazed. My background in photography started in 1983 with a Pentax K1000 (anyone remember those? If the battery was dead, it still took photos, you just lost the exposure meter!). In the late 1980s, I paid my way through college earning money as a used camera and photo gear dealer. Since then, I've been more of an advanced amateur photographer (I received a degree in photography as part of a double major, but have never been paid for my work)...just enjoying it as my hobby. My experience with the MFT system began with a Lumix GF1, followed by a GX1, G3, G5, and then a G6 (for some reason I still have all these). So the E-M1 is my first Olympus MFT body. I've enjoyed the evolution and improvement of the Lumix bodies, and I've accumulated a nice collection of MFT optics. I have been reading about the E-M1 for two months since I placed my pre-order. I had even pre-ordered an extra battery, and had it charged and ready to go so I wouldn't have to wait when the E-M1 arrived! For most of the first day, I've was unable to put the E-M1 down. I went through most of the customizable settings (wow, just wow), and made adjustments and customizations to suit me. This camera has by far the most flexibility of any I've experienced...certainly the most customizable. In my hands, the camera feels like a professional tool. The weight, the speed of the focus and the feel of the shutter...all very subjective, but the focus is fast...faster than any other MFT camera I've owned. And the shutter has a different, quieter and more precise sound and feel. It certainly makes my G6 feel very amateurish. It also has some features I've not seen before, but they are features which I look forward to testing and using. A great example of one of these features is called "Live Time", where you can watch a specifically untimed, long exposure as it develops and then stop the exposure when you are satisfied with the image. Think of this as a "bulb" setting that allows you an unprecedented view of the exposure as it occurs. Another nice feature is the easy way for connecting devices through wi-fi. The E-M1 displays a QR code, which you simply scan with your device (on which you have already loaded the Olympus Image Share app). I have two other wi-fi enabled cameras, and they are not nearly as user friendly setting this up. For me, I use a number of different devices (Galaxy S4, iPad, etc), and I also configured it to work with my wife's phone and iPad (don't want to be locked down to one device). I have already rearranged my function buttons several times, trying to discern the most logical order (logical to me at least). One of my favorites is having Fn2 set to focus peaking, since this button is right behind the shutter button. I've also briefly tested the camera with some of my favorite lenses - the Lumix 20mm f1.7, the Oly 45mm f1.8, and the Oly 75mm f1.8. I also tried a couple of different Lumix zooms, including the 100-300mm. I had recently shelved my beloved Lumix 14-45mm lens in favor of the newer and much more compact 14-42mm II lens. But the 14-45mm is right at home on the E-M1...very nice size and balance combination. I believe this will be my primary lens until the Oly 12-40 f2.8 is available. It seems that the E-M1 breathes new life into my lenses...but I believe it is probably the 5-axis IBIS that is making the real difference. Obviously it is making a difference with my lenses that had no IS...like the Oly 45mm and the Oly 75mm. I was pixel peeping yesterday and realized for the first time that my german shepherd has eye lashes! The photos I've owned many, many cameras through the years...some which I seriously cherished (mostly Leicas). I've owned several DSLRs (mostly Canon and Pentax). But I can say with great confidence that the E-M1 is the most serious and capable photographic tool I've ever owned...and that is after just a couple of days use. The only negative comment I have so far is possibly the location of some of the function buttons...maybe I just need to get used to them. In particular, there are two buttons near the lens base that are a little difficult to reach. I feel like I'm really being a bit nitpicky even mentioning this though as I'm not sure what I would do to improve their location I believe for the price, this camera represents a tremendous value. Of course this is my opinion, but it is an opinion based on years of cameras. I've owned plenty of less expensive cameras and some more expensive cameras...but for me, the E-M1 seems to hit the ball out of the park when considering value. *I commit to come back to this review and update it with my experiences both positive and negative for this camera.* UPDATE Focus Tracking: I shot a cross country running event in which two of my teenage children participated. I'm not used to shooting sporting events, but I was excited about using the E-M1. I shot completely in the focus tracking mode (mostly to satisfy my own curiosity). After reviewing the photos, I can say that the focus tracking was very reliable. It didn't always focus on the runner that I wanted, but at least one of the runners in each shot are in sharp focus. I may not use this again, as I think I can do better getting a specific runner in focus. Improved Images: Regarding my earlier statement that the EM-1 seems to "breathe new life into my lenses", this is even more evident now that I've had more time with the camera and have reviewed more photos. At first I attributed this to the 5-axis IS, but now I attribute the improvements not only to the IS, but also to having no AA filter, having an improved sensor, and the automatic removal of CA (jpeg, of course) ...even on my Panasonic lenses. I plan to do a head to head comparison between the E-M1 and my G5 or G6. I really want to compare the CA under varying conditions. If I'm able to do this comparison, I'll post the results here. Other observations: The small rubber cover on the base of the camera covering the vertical grip contacts is difficult for me to remove. Too, it has already started splitting/tearing. I've removed and replaced this cover a number of times to utilize the vertical grip. I wish that the eyepiece protruded more from the rear of the camera, so that I didn't have to press my nose into the display to see through the viewfinder. The best camera I own in this regard is the G3. The G3 eyepiece protrudes ¼" further than the eyepiece on the E-M1. Maybe the (soon to be available) EP-13 eyepiece will help with this.
Review: One of the best camera - Olympus OMD EM1 is an awesome camera. I used to be a Nikon guy with D300. i bought D300 for better quality from my friend but hated the size. I wanted a smaller size camera with DSLR quality. I purchased Nikon 1 series camera but was never satisfied with the image quality. I was waiting for one of the new Nikon 1 series which kept getting delayed so i thought to try out Olympus OMD EM5. it was an expensive camera and i never tried Olympus before, i thought it was some cheap company since you never see in Bestbuy and all Anyway, the reviews were so good for EM5 that i thought, i would try it out from desertcart since desertcart's return policy is awesome and worst case scenario, i can always return it. i also purchased 45mm F1.8 lens since it was cheap and had very good reviews. When i got the EM5,i took 3 pictures of my daughter in the night and I couldn't believe what i saw. The pictures were sharp, bokeh was amazing (45mm f1.8) and the pictures were better than my D300. it just became better when i realized how awesome the stabilization was specially in videos. My videos were smooth, not jerky. So, when OMD EM1 came, i purchased it immediately. EM1 - this is the next generation of OMD EM5. It's even better than EM5 (EM5 looks better). Pros - 1) Image Stabilization on the sensor - If you have never tried Olympus with 5 axis image stabilization, you have no idea how good and important this is. Period. I can never think about taking a picture of my daughter in the room light without some flash ot tripod with D300. With OMD, i hardly ever use flash with EM5 or EM1. There is no lens stabilization by any other company which even comes near and here is the best part, it works on video too. So, your video looks smooth. 2) M43 lens are not only awesome, they are cheap - With Nikon, a good quality lens were atleast $1000 or more. Just buy Olympus 45mm f1.8 for $279 refurbished or buy Olympus 25mm F1.8 for $319 refurbished or Panasonic 25mm F1.4 for $529 new. Not only you can buy these high quality lens, you will be blown away by the image quality they produce + bokeh is awesome. 3) Size - this was also big for me. There were times, i just didn't feel like carrying around my DSLR. t was big bulky and the lenses were bulky too. M43 lens are much smaller and light. in the winter, i can carry a pancake on EM5 in my jacket pocket. Try that with DSLR. 4) image quality - EM1 and even EM5 produces better quality than D300. 5) Olympus colors - This is something you have to try. The colors, skin tones with olympus camera are better. BTW, the auto white balance works way better than Nikon if i remember. Cons - 1) Video - If you want video, you are better off with Panasonic bodies. Specially in high motion in day light when i'm taking video of my kids, the fast action shows pixilation. I wish Olympus provides better video codec. I would say unless you are carry fullframe Canon or Leica, try Olympus. You would be impressed by the quality.

## Features

- 16.3MP CMOS Four Thirds sensor with 5-axis sensor shift image stabilization
- 10 frames per second continuous shooting
- Contrast detect and phase detect AF
- ISO 100-25,600
- 1080 30 fps HD video (H.264/Motion JPEG)
- Tiltable 3 inch touchscreen LCD with 1,037,000 dots
- Electronic viewfinder with 2,360,000 dots (1.3x magnification)
- Raw and Raw + JPEG shooting
- Magnesium alloy body
- Flash hot shoe and Olympus Wireless RC Flash system compatible
- Water, dust, and freezeproof
- SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00EQ07PG2 |
| Aperture modes | F3.5 |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Single, Touch, Tracking |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 81 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #82,642 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #211 in Mirrorless Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 14 Bit |
| Brand | OM SYSTEM |
| Built-In Media | SD Card |
| Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Devices with Wi-Fi and smartphone connectivity |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Compatible Mountings | Micro Four Thirds |
| Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Continuous Shooting | 10 |
| Crop Mode | 4:3 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 185 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | False |
| Digital Zoom | 2 |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 1037000 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1037000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 1037000 |
| Effective Still Resolution | 16.3 MP |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | Aperture Priority, Automatic, Program AE, Shutter Priority |
| File Format | JPEG (DCF/Exif), Raw (ORF), MPO |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | SD |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Flash Memory UHS Speed Class | U1 |
| Flash Modes | Auto, On, Off, High Speed Sync |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/320 sec |
| Focus Features | Phase Detection and Contrast Detection |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Single-Servo AF (AF-S) |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Form Factor | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Generation | 1 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00050332186279, 00971498981709 |
| HDMI Type | Type D Micro HDMI |
| Hardware Interface | AV Port |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Image stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Item Weight | 443 Grams |
| JPEG Quality Level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
| Lens Construction | Interchangeable lens |
| Lens Correction Type | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens Type | Interchangeable |
| Manufacturer | Olympus |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FBA_V207010BU000 |
| Maximum Aperture | 3.5 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 Seconds |
| Memory Slots Available | 1 |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 60 seconds |
| Model Name | Olympus OM-D E-M1 |
| Model Number | V207010BU000 |
| Model Series | OM-D |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Optical Zoom | 1 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 16.3 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
| Real Angle Of View | 45 Degrees |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10, 15, 2, 20, 5 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Series Number | 20 |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Skill Level | Amateur |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Supported File Format | JPEG (DCF/Exif), Raw (ORF), MPO |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG (DCF/Exif), Raw (ORF), MPO |
| Total Still Resolution | 16.3 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Touch Screen Type | Yes |
| UPC | 050332186279 971498981709 609788730644 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Video Capture Format | H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 1.48x |
| Warranty Description | 1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Flash torch |
| Wireless Technology | 802.11b/g/n with smartphone connectivity, BuiltIn |
| Write Speed | 10 fps |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 3:2
- **Brand:** OM SYSTEM
- **Compatible Mountings:** Micro Four Thirds
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** Sensor-shift
- **Maximum Aperture:** 3.5 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 1 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG (DCF/Exif), Raw (ORF), MPO

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Configuration, Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I'm considering the Canon 6D for portraits, but the OMD EM1 has really captured my interest.  Would this camera do the job for portraits?**
A: Hi. It, it is that you go as a full-size, and are you okay with Micro Four Thirds. Take a look at the Photo-photo on the home page of Olympus. You'll think it may not be a full size anymore. Lightness and ease of use of the camera, not losing image quality. My store will sell in the lowest price. Please consider all means. COOL JAPAN OSAKAhttp://www.getolympus.com/us/en/digitalcameras/omd/e-m1.html?icn=homepage&ici=billboards_em1http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00EQ07PG2/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new

**Q: I have a pl3 and lenses for it.  I assumed they would work just as well with the e-m1.  Do I really need a mmf-3 adaptor as one reviewer implied?**
A: I assume you are referring to the Olympus E-PL3.  If that is the camera you have, then you have m43 lenses.  The e-m1 is also a m43 system.  There is some confusion between m43 and 43 systems so I will try to clear it up a little.  The 4/3 system and m43 system use exactly the same sensor size.  However, the 4/3 system was a DSLR system which had a mirror box.  This put the flange distance about 3/4" further away than the m4/3 system.  So while m43 and 4/3 have the same size imaging circle, the 4/3 system focuses about 3/4" further behind the flange than the m4/3 does.  Therefore, to use 4/3 lenses on a m4/3 camera you need an adaptor which gives you that 3/4" back.  Also, 4/3 lenses use phase detect auto focus while m4/3 use contrast.  So except for the EM1, 4/3 lenses focus much slower than m43 lenses.  4/3 lenses tend to be quite a bit larger than their m4/3 cousins.If you used your lenses on an E-PL3 without and adaptor, the will work on the E-M1 without an adaptor.

**Q: Do I need an dapter to use Lumix Micro 4/3 l;enses?**
A: Greetings,The beauty of the Micro 4/3 is that is compatible with any brand that has Micro 4/3 mounts without having to use an adapter. For example with the E-M1 you can use Panasonic Lumix Micro 4/3 Lenses, Sigma for Micro 4/3s and even leica for Micro 4/3s. Hope this help.Best,Gala H and B Digital Team

**Q: I have seen reports of sunlight harming the EFV by causing green streaking and spots on the EVF.
 Has this been a problem for current owners?**
A: I own an Olympus omd em5 mkII and it has many of those spots on the EVF... it's a great camera and my work around right now is to use peaking to make sure I'm in focus because of those spots covering most of the EVF I too read that it also affected the omd em1 but I just purchased one yesterday.  I think it does not happen to every single camera.  So, the best way to prevent this from happening is to no let the viewfinder get direct sunlight.  I heard many people would put some sort of covering over there lens but that would seem to me to just be a bother... Also I didn't buy a new omd em1 because buying used I know that it hasn't happened to the camera I purchased so I felt it would not happen now.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow...Look how far we've come!
*by J***. on October 24, 2013*

I received this camera just this morning...and I am beyond amazed. My background in photography started in 1983 with a Pentax K1000 (anyone remember those? If the battery was dead, it still took photos, you just lost the exposure meter!). In the late 1980s, I paid my way through college earning money as a used camera and photo gear dealer. Since then, I've been more of an advanced amateur photographer (I received a degree in photography as part of a double major, but have never been paid for my work)...just enjoying it as my hobby. My experience with the MFT system began with a Lumix GF1, followed by a GX1, G3, G5, and then a G6 (for some reason I still have all these). So the E-M1 is my first Olympus MFT body. I've enjoyed the evolution and improvement of the Lumix bodies, and I've accumulated a nice collection of MFT optics. I have been reading about the E-M1 for two months since I placed my pre-order. I had even pre-ordered an extra battery, and had it charged and ready to go so I wouldn't have to wait when the E-M1 arrived! For most of the first day, I've was unable to put the E-M1 down. I went through most of the customizable settings (wow, just wow), and made adjustments and customizations to suit me. This camera has by far the most flexibility of any I've experienced...certainly the most customizable. In my hands, the camera feels like a professional tool. The weight, the speed of the focus and the feel of the shutter...all very subjective, but the focus is fast...faster than any other MFT camera I've owned. And the shutter has a different, quieter and more precise sound and feel. It certainly makes my G6 feel very amateurish. It also has some features I've not seen before, but they are features which I look forward to testing and using. A great example of one of these features is called "Live Time", where you can watch a specifically untimed, long exposure as it develops and then stop the exposure when you are satisfied with the image. Think of this as a "bulb" setting that allows you an unprecedented view of the exposure as it occurs. Another nice feature is the easy way for connecting devices through wi-fi. The E-M1 displays a QR code, which you simply scan with your device (on which you have already loaded the Olympus Image Share app). I have two other wi-fi enabled cameras, and they are not nearly as user friendly setting this up. For me, I use a number of different devices (Galaxy S4, iPad, etc), and I also configured it to work with my wife's phone and iPad (don't want to be locked down to one device). I have already rearranged my function buttons several times, trying to discern the most logical order (logical to me at least). One of my favorites is having Fn2 set to focus peaking, since this button is right behind the shutter button. I've also briefly tested the camera with some of my favorite lenses - the Lumix 20mm f1.7, the Oly 45mm f1.8, and the Oly 75mm f1.8. I also tried a couple of different Lumix zooms, including the 100-300mm. I had recently shelved my beloved Lumix 14-45mm lens in favor of the newer and much more compact 14-42mm II lens. But the 14-45mm is right at home on the E-M1...very nice size and balance combination. I believe this will be my primary lens until the Oly 12-40 f2.8 is available. It seems that the E-M1 breathes new life into my lenses...but I believe it is probably the 5-axis IBIS that is making the real difference. Obviously it is making a difference with my lenses that had no IS...like the Oly 45mm and the Oly 75mm. I was pixel peeping yesterday and realized for the first time that my german shepherd has eye lashes! The photos I've owned many, many cameras through the years...some which I seriously cherished (mostly Leicas). I've owned several DSLRs (mostly Canon and Pentax). But I can say with great confidence that the E-M1 is the most serious and capable photographic tool I've ever owned...and that is after just a couple of days use. The only negative comment I have so far is possibly the location of some of the function buttons...maybe I just need to get used to them. In particular, there are two buttons near the lens base that are a little difficult to reach. I feel like I'm really being a bit nitpicky even mentioning this though as I'm not sure what I would do to improve their location I believe for the price, this camera represents a tremendous value. Of course this is my opinion, but it is an opinion based on years of cameras. I've owned plenty of less expensive cameras and some more expensive cameras...but for me, the E-M1 seems to hit the ball out of the park when considering value. *I commit to come back to this review and update it with my experiences both positive and negative for this camera.* UPDATE Focus Tracking: I shot a cross country running event in which two of my teenage children participated. I'm not used to shooting sporting events, but I was excited about using the E-M1. I shot completely in the focus tracking mode (mostly to satisfy my own curiosity). After reviewing the photos, I can say that the focus tracking was very reliable. It didn't always focus on the runner that I wanted, but at least one of the runners in each shot are in sharp focus. I may not use this again, as I think I can do better getting a specific runner in focus. Improved Images: Regarding my earlier statement that the EM-1 seems to "breathe new life into my lenses", this is even more evident now that I've had more time with the camera and have reviewed more photos. At first I attributed this to the 5-axis IS, but now I attribute the improvements not only to the IS, but also to having no AA filter, having an improved sensor, and the automatic removal of CA (jpeg, of course) ...even on my Panasonic lenses. I plan to do a head to head comparison between the E-M1 and my G5 or G6. I really want to compare the CA under varying conditions. If I'm able to do this comparison, I'll post the results here. Other observations: The small rubber cover on the base of the camera covering the vertical grip contacts is difficult for me to remove. Too, it has already started splitting/tearing. I've removed and replaced this cover a number of times to utilize the vertical grip. I wish that the eyepiece protruded more from the rear of the camera, so that I didn't have to press my nose into the display to see through the viewfinder. The best camera I own in this regard is the G3. The G3 eyepiece protrudes ¼" further than the eyepiece on the E-M1. Maybe the (soon to be available) EP-13 eyepiece will help with this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the best camera
*by R***R on August 23, 2014*

Olympus OMD EM1 is an awesome camera. I used to be a Nikon guy with D300. i bought D300 for better quality from my friend but hated the size. I wanted a smaller size camera with DSLR quality. I purchased Nikon 1 series camera but was never satisfied with the image quality. I was waiting for one of the new Nikon 1 series which kept getting delayed so i thought to try out Olympus OMD EM5. it was an expensive camera and i never tried Olympus before, i thought it was some cheap company since you never see in Bestbuy and all Anyway, the reviews were so good for EM5 that i thought, i would try it out from Amazon since Amazon's return policy is awesome and worst case scenario, i can always return it. i also purchased 45mm F1.8 lens since it was cheap and had very good reviews. When i got the EM5,i took 3 pictures of my daughter in the night and I couldn't believe what i saw. The pictures were sharp, bokeh was amazing (45mm f1.8) and the pictures were better than my D300. it just became better when i realized how awesome the stabilization was specially in videos. My videos were smooth, not jerky. So, when OMD EM1 came, i purchased it immediately. EM1 - this is the next generation of OMD EM5. It's even better than EM5 (EM5 looks better). Pros - 1) Image Stabilization on the sensor - If you have never tried Olympus with 5 axis image stabilization, you have no idea how good and important this is. Period. I can never think about taking a picture of my daughter in the room light without some flash ot tripod with D300. With OMD, i hardly ever use flash with EM5 or EM1. There is no lens stabilization by any other company which even comes near and here is the best part, it works on video too. So, your video looks smooth. 2) M43 lens are not only awesome, they are cheap - With Nikon, a good quality lens were atleast $1000 or more. Just buy Olympus 45mm f1.8 for $279 refurbished or buy Olympus 25mm F1.8 for $319 refurbished or Panasonic 25mm F1.4 for $529 new. Not only you can buy these high quality lens, you will be blown away by the image quality they produce + bokeh is awesome. 3) Size - this was also big for me. There were times, i just didn't feel like carrying around my DSLR. t was big bulky and the lenses were bulky too. M43 lens are much smaller and light. in the winter, i can carry a pancake on EM5 in my jacket pocket. Try that with DSLR. 4) image quality - EM1 and even EM5 produces better quality than D300. 5) Olympus colors - This is something you have to try. The colors, skin tones with olympus camera are better. BTW, the auto white balance works way better than Nikon if i remember. Cons - 1) Video - If you want video, you are better off with Panasonic bodies. Specially in high motion in day light when i'm taking video of my kids, the fast action shows pixilation. I wish Olympus provides better video codec. I would say unless you are carry fullframe Canon or Leica, try Olympus. You would be impressed by the quality.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unbelievable.
*by S***D on December 2, 2013*

Wow. I came from an E-PL5 which I loved and cannot recommend highly enough, but after a year of usage I was ready for the next level up. I was not disappointed, the photos coming out of this thing are amazing, and I have to say that the image stabilization makes a difference for low light shooting. I have the 45mm f1.8, the 75mm f1.8, the 20mm f/1.7, and the 12mm f/2.0 which all worked amazing with the E-PL5 - but the E-M1's extra grip, WiFi features for your iPhone & iPad, the aforementioned extra axis of image stabilization are huge additions. Other favorite items are not having to dig through software menus for Aperture and Shutter Speed controls, the balance from counterweight when using a large lens like the 75mm, the viewfinder and included flash (and not having to choose between the two for one hotshoe), the several shots per second you can take in rapid fire to capture the moment without blinking or motion blur.This feels like a pro DSLR in every way to me, but with lenses that are considerably more affordable, and a size that fits in my wife's purse or slung over my shoulder easily. 5 Stars. ------------- Updated now that I had some more time to write. 12/2/13 ------------- A year ago I decided to get more serious about taking photos. I've always loved photography and I took classes in college, I used to do bottle shots in the Napa wine industry, and I love portraiture. There was one problem: I hate lugging around a DSLR and lenses, I hate how much DSLR lenses cost, and I always end up shooting everything fun in my life with my iPhone unless go leave the house thinking "today is a day dedicated to shooting photos." I hate using a flash and taking terrible flat photos with a DSLR, I hate having to use a flash because the only lens I could afford had an unacceptably high f-stop floor (anything above f/2.0 is unacceptable to me). This lead to my Canon Rebel XT sitting in the closet for months at a time. After hearing of the advancements and affordability in the Micro 4/3 standard of camera and lenses, I decided to take the plunge. I decided to invest in a new camera so that I could have with me without it being an event in itself, one that people would not be intimidated by when I point it at their faces, one that has an affordable but killer range of lenses available. That camera was the Olympus E-PL5. It's been a great year with the E-PL5, and I've taken the best pictures of my life with it for a fraction of the cost of a DSLR, without sacrificing any tangible quality (to my eyes). In fact, I would say the quality is actually better and more fully realized since I can now afford a wealth of lenses with much greater ease and no guilt! I now have a full range of amazing lenses to use with it from 24mm - 150mm (in micro 4/3 parlance that would be 12mm-75mm, you simply divide by 2). Also notable is that I do not buy any lens with an f-stop floor over f2.0 - this keeps me able to shoot excellent photos in natural light even indoors with no flash required at ISO 800-1600. I never go higher than that because I hate noise in my photos. And this also means that since I require lenses at f/2.0 or below, that I will only shoot prime lenses - no zooms. This means I zoom with my feet, not with the barrel of the lens. It's an adjustment but ultimately worth it for the types of things I like to shoot. I just the sold the E-PL5 and am now rocking an Olympus E-M1, which has many similar components within it but is pretty much improved all around. It has excellent improved 5-axis image stabilization which makes my grip on the camera even steadier, enabling me to work with slightly slower shutter speeds at lower ISOs, reducing noise and the necessity of using a flash in low light. It has dedicated hardware knobs for adjusting shutter speed, aperture and ISO - so no more taking my eyes off the viewfinder to dig through software to adjust. It's got a ridiculously rugged magnesium alloy exterior and is weather proof, freeze proof and dust proof. It can connect to iOS devices through a wifi network it spawns itself, no external network needed. And best of all, my lenses still work with it. Can't recommend the micro 4/3 camera world enough. I wrote this because I have never been happier shooting photos in my life, and if I were me before this photographic evolution, I would want to read this review. The E-M1 is the best experience the Micro 4/3 world has to offer. I'm amazed.

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